We have more or less figured it out, then how to determine the fullness of the foot and is it necessary to take this indicator into account at all? - Few people think about it. Meanwhile, this is also extremely important characteristic, ignoring which can lead to very serious consequences for both children and adults. The vast majority of people have a standard, average foot size, but when choosing shoes they also need to check this parameter so as not to accidentally buy a size for a narrow or wide foot. By the way, if the fullness of the shoes is not indicated in the product description, then it is standard.

Why determine the fullness of the foot?

Speaking in simple language, the fullness of the shoes (aka width) is a parameter that determines how comfortably the selected pair will fit on your foot. Won't boots, shoes, sneakers put pressure? Or, on the contrary, will they wobble to such an extent that you will have to literally hold the shoes with your fingers.

Neither one nor the other option can be considered healthy (we won’t even talk about discomfort, calluses and pain when walking). Especially when it comes to children's shoes. Ignoring fullness can lead to disturbances in the development of the foot, which in turn will form an abnormal gait and affect the physical development of the child.

In the case of adults, the fullness of the foot is an equally important parameter. Standard full-length shoes will put pressure on a wide foot, which impairs blood circulation, makes you get tired faster, and contributes to the development of cramps and vascular disorders.

Often, knowing that shoes of “their” size are tight, people buy a pair a size or even two larger. And this is again bad: such shoes rub, cause the formation of calluses, and even deform the foot, eventually leading to the formation of protruding bones.

About the fact that in too narrow or too wide shoes you can simply fall, sprain or even break your leg - it’s probably not worth going on about, this is already understandable. It’s probably best not to know what months in a cast and crutches are for those who haven’t experienced it yet.

As you can see, regardless of the options, the result of ignoring the width is disastrous. Therefore, it is better to play it safe and clearly understand what kind of fullness of shoes is right for you. Moreover, there is absolutely nothing complicated about it. It is enough to measure your foot once, check the results obtained and take them, as they say, “for use.”

How to measure foot fullness

Fullness of the foot- this is the circumference of the foot at its widest part. As a rule, the widest part of the foot is near the toe, in the area of ​​the bones near thumb and little finger.

If you don’t have a special device at hand, then it doesn’t matter - to determine the fullness of your foot, you will need a centimeter (flexible tailor’s tape) and a calculator. To avoid mistakes in measurements, consider the following recommendations.

1. It is necessary to measure the fullness of the foot in the evening - during an active day the foot “spreads”.
2. Both legs need to be measured. As a rule, the feet are asymmetrical, and the larger of the two numbers obtained is taken as the result.
3. If you are buying shoes that will need to be worn over socks or tights, take measurements directly into them.

Now let's proceed directly to the measurements.

Place your foot (and then the other) on a piece of paper, transfer your weight to your foot. Bend over and use a tailor's tape to measure two parameters:

• the width of the foot at its widest point;
• foot length.

As mentioned above, we take into account the largest numbers obtained when measuring two legs.

These measurements are only an intermediate stage. Shoe manufacturers, depending on the region of location, indicate the fullness of the foot according to their own rules. So, in Russia, in accordance with GOST 3927-88, the width of shoes is marked with numbers from 1 to 12 with an interval of 4 mm. In Europe there is a similar marking - but with an interval of 5 mm. In the UK and the USA, letter designations are accepted - A, B, C, D, E, F every 5 mm. In addition, doublings and triplings are accepted in letter systems ( AA, AAA, FF, FFF) letters that indicate a slightly increased completeness value compared to standard values.

Fullness of the foot Russian system calculated using the following formula:

W= 0.25*B - 0.15*C - A, where:

W- fullness of the foot (our desired parameter);

IN- foot circumference, measured with a tailor's tape, mm;

WITH- foot length, mm;

A- a constant coefficient, which is equal to 16 for men and 17 for women.

Let's give a simple example of calculation.

Suppose you are a man and you have measured that: your foot circumference (B) is 23 cm, and your length (C) is 25 cm.

In this case: W = 0.25*230 - 0.15*250 - 16 = 4

Thus, the fullness of the foot in the Russian coordinate system is 4 .

For information: a fullness index of 6 is considered normal fullness of feet. Indicators 2-5 characterize feet that are already average. 7 and above – wider than average, wide, full, very wide.

To make it easier determine the fullness of the foot, we have prepared a table for you.

Well, to convert the resulting leg fullness to another measurement system - European or American - use this shoe fullness correspondence table.

Concerning children's shoes, then the fullness of a child’s foot in European and American online stores is often indicated as follows:

1 = Narrow(narrow) = N

2 = Medium(average) = M

3 = Wide(wide) = W

4 = X-Wide(very wide) = XW

5 = XX-Wide(very very wide) = XXW

You can clearly see how to measure the fullness of your feet in this video.

Today there are a lot of women's, men's and children's shoes on store shelves. Most often, when you come to the store, it is not possible to immediately choose boots by size, since they are produced in different countries Oh. It happens that the size is suitable, but the fullness is more or less than necessary.
If you choose the wrong shoes, various health problems may arise. Therefore, you need to buy suitable shoes, following the recommendations of experts.

To determine the shoe size, the length of the foot in centimeters must be known. It is best to measure your foot size in the evening. Many people ask the question: “How to measure the length of the foot.” You should take a sheet of paper and completely outline both feet in order to choose the larger one. 90% of the population has feet of different sizes; differences can be from 0.1 to 1 cm. It is best to measure your feet in socks, since shoes are worn in them.
The drawn leg should be measured at the longest points. After the two drawings have been measured, the average value should be calculated from the results obtained. The measured foot parameters are the desired shoe size.
You can simply make marks on the most prominent point of the heel and toes, connect them with a straight line and measure the length. This is shown in more detail in the video. Width is measured at the widest part of the foot.
Fig - Foot size and girth
Different countries use different shoe sizes. For example:

• Russian system (foot size is measured from big toe to heel in millimeters, rounded to the nearest 0.5 cm);
• European system (the length of the insole is measured, which should be 6.7 mm longer than the foot);
• American system (measurements are made in inches, 1 inch equals 2.54 cm; the smallest size of a newborn baby’s foot is 4 inches. The size itself is determined by the insole);
• English system (the system is similar to the American one, but is larger).

Even knowing the size of your feet, you still need to measure your shoes, as the fullness or height of the shoes may not be suitable.

Tables

Completeness calculation

To calculate the fullness of the foot, you need to multiply 25 mm by the circumference of the foot in millimeters, then subtract 15 mm, multiply by the length of the foot in millimeters and subtract a constant factor. For children it is 16.5 mm, schoolchildren - 13.5 mm, women - 16 mm, men - 17 mm.

Size changes

Changes may be observed depending on the time of day. In the morning the foot is rested and has the same size; by evening the feet increase under the weight of their own weight by about 0.5 -1 size. Changes in leg volume are also caused by swelling and pregnancy. As soon as the swelling subsides, the limb regains its previous size.
During pregnancy, under the influence of the hormone relaxin, which helps relax the pelvic joints and ligaments of the foot, the size of the leg increases and does not return to its previous centimeters.
The problem of choosing shoes appears for both small and large sizes legs Today, orthopedic cosmetology centers offer to make the size of the foot larger, but in this case you will have to come to terms with the size for the rest of your life. In the same centers you can reduce the size of the foot.

Shoe selection

When choosing shoes, you should definitely try them on, as sizes vary from one manufacturer to another by up to several centimeters. And also the right foot may differ from the left not only in size, but also in shape and width. The rise of the foot is also individual. If the shoes have lacing or straps, then the width of the shoes can be reduced or increased.
It is better not to buy tight shoes, as this leads to calluses, sweating, impaired blood flow, and swelling. A model that is too big will fall down and possibly cause blisters on the heels. If a pair fits properly but is not the same width or height, it will most likely lead to flat feet and bone deformities, and gait may also be affected.
It is better to make a purchase in the afternoon, when the legs increase slightly in width from fatigue. If you buy shoes or boots in the morning, there is a chance that by the end of the day your feet will be very tired and swollen.
If we talk about material, natural ones, such as leather or fabric, have a more beneficial effect on the skin of the feet than artificial ones. You should also pay attention to the number of seams. The fewer there are, the better.
It’s better to try on both shoes; if they have lacing, lace them up. Walk around for a couple of minutes, you can sit down. There should be no discomfort in your legs. Your foot size and shoe size must match exactly. The pair should not be bought back to back. Allowed 0.5-1 cm of free space from the long finger, especially for winter models, because in cold weather warm socks are most often worn.

Due to the emergence of various online stores, many are faced with the problem of how to accurately determine their shoe size. Knowing the length of the foot and using the table for different countries, you can determine which shoes are suitable for you or your child. But you need to take measurements as accurately as possible.

Trace the foot on a piece of paper and measure the specified length

When ordering in an online store, they offer many attractive models at a competitive price to choose from, but the main task is not to make a mistake with the parameters. Often the parcel comes from afar without a courier. For these reasons, returning unsuitable shoes is problematic and involves additional costs. Adults are luckier because they can easily take measurements in several ways.

Method 1

You need to place your foot on Blank sheet paper and, placing the pencil at an angle of 90° to the plane, outline the leg. Measure the resulting mark with a measuring tape from the middle of the heel to the end of the big toe. Next, the table will help you determine your foot size based on its length. For a summer purchase, the foot must be bare; for a winter purchase, it must be in a sock, with which boots or shoes are supposed to be worn.

Data for men and women on foot size in centimeters are the same. However, you need to discuss with the seller what parameters a particular product has. You can tell him your exact measured data and ask him what would be preferable to order. In addition to the length size itself, you can find out whether the model fits in width, as this is often a problem.

Method 2

For a clearer result, it is advisable to determine the length of each foot. In adults, normal feet differ slightly in length, by about 5-7 mm. The choice should be made on the larger side. It is recommended to take measurements in the evening - at this time the feet swell slightly and their length increases, so the purchased new thing will not press.

Method 3

You can easily determine your size by the length of the insole of the shoe that fits you well. To correlate the data with the information of a seller from another country, just look at the correspondence diagram between Russian models and foreign ones. Many countries have their own measurement systems. This can be visualized using a table:

American and European shoe sizes and their correspondence to Russian

Listening to these practical advice, it is easy to determine your exact parameters, and the purchase will bring joy instead of disappointment.

How to find out the size of children's shoes

Parents often have to buy this item of clothing for their child without trying it on. The baby still cannot clearly say about his feelings. Besides, going to the store with children is a challenging task. Many people quickly run out of patience. Will help solve the problem original way, with which you can easily determine the length and size of your child’s shoes in advance:

1. Take a regular baby sock. For summer shoes you will need thin ones, for demi-season shoes, and warm ones for winter ones.
2. Wet the sock under the tap and wring it out well.
3. Put it on the baby.
4. Place a sheet of white paper on the floor and place the baby's foot in the center.
5. Immediately try to trace the mark with a pencil before the water has time to dry.
6. Using a ruler, draw a line from the middle of the heel to where the big toe ends.
7. It is not difficult to understand how to measure the parameter being determined: transfer the obtained data in centimeters to the correspondence table.

If the length of the foot has an intermediate value, for example, 10 cm, choose a larger value, since the child’s foot grows quickly. When purchasing in an online store for the upcoming season during a sale, you should consider how approximately the parameters will change:

• In a child under 3 years of age, the foot gains one point every 3 months.
• For children 3-6 years old - after 4 months.
• For primary schoolchildren and teenagers – within a six-month period.

If the order takes a long time or the new item is not needed immediately, it is better to purchase a size with a reserve.

How to choose the right shoes for a child

To ensure that the baby is comfortable and the growing foot is not subject to deformation due to low-quality shoes, shoes or boots, it is not enough to correctly determine the size of children's shoes. Orthopedists advise parents to choose products that meet the following requirements:

• The product is made of genuine leather, suede, textiles. Then the sweat evaporates quickly, the foot does not sweat or chafe.
• Shoes, sandals and other items are equipped with arch supports to support the arch of the foot.
• There is a small heel under the heel, which is necessary to prevent the formation of flat feet. This also applies to boys.
• The sole is ribbed with an anti-slip coating, made of elastic but plastic material.

It is also important to consider the type of fastener: younger children should have Velcro; from about 5-6 years old they learn to tie their shoelaces. Thanks to simple way After determining the parameters, you can go shopping and sales without a child who does not tolerate such walks well.

Before buying shoes for an adult or a child, you should determine the parameters in advance using simple manipulations. Then all that remains is to look at the correspondence table to determine the exact data. Then new item your wardrobe will fit, and you won’t have to waste time exchanging or returning it.

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Currently, there are many models of shoes for both men and women. There are cases when people, when measuring, cannot accurately decide on the choice, and in the end they choose it not according to the size or shape of their feet. For example, the size is yours, but the fatness is more than necessary, or vice versa.

Often, the wrong shoe size leads to various diseases. To choose the right shoes, follow our recommendations.

How to determine the shoe size for an adult - choose the right size!

Every person's shoe size means foot length, but not everyone realizes that shoe size is its length and width. Shoes must also be selected according to the width of your feet.

For example, if a person who comes to the store has narrow feet, then he needs to choose shoes that are a smaller size, and if they are wide, then vice versa - a larger size.

There are several shoe sizing systems:

To determine your shoe size, do the following:

• Take a blank sheet of paper and a well-sharpened pencil.
• Place your foot on the paper and carefully trace it. It is recommended to do this in the evening, since in the evening your legs swell - especially if you have an active lifestyle. If you wear future shoes with a sock, wear a sock.
• Remove the foot from the paper and use a ruler to draw a long line.
• Measure both legs and choose the largest number.
• Finally, you need to round this figure to 5 millimeters and choose a size in table.

Winter and summer shoe sizes- one. But you should remember that when trying on winter shoes, it is better to give preference to a larger size. This is due to the fact that winter shoes may have artificial or natural fur, which will make your feet feel tight. Also, in the cold, your feet swell and your shoes begin to squeeze them. Be sure to wear a thick sock before measuring.

When choosing summer shoes, one of the nuances is selection of sneaker size . They also need to be chosen so that the shoes do not put pressure on the toe and are loose, otherwise you run the risk of injury to the joints.

Foot fullness for all sizes of women's and men's shoes - how is fullness measured, and why is it necessary?

Sometimes a person does not have the opportunity to try on the shoes he plans to buy. To do this, you can measure the fullness of your feet at home in order to correctly determine your shoe size without trying on.

Completeness can be determined using the following formula: W = 0.25V – 0.15C – A , where W is the fullness of the leg, B is the girth of the foot in millimeters, C is the length of the foot in millimeters, A is a constant coefficient (for men – 17, for women – 16)

Here's an example: Let’s say your foot length is 26 mm, your foot circumference (at the widest point) is 24 mm. Therefore, 0.25*240 – 0.15*260 – 16 = 2. We come to the conclusion that according to the Russian system, the fullness of your foot is 2.

You can also find out the fullness of your legs using the table. First, take the leg measurements shown above using paper and pencil.

Then compare the width of the foot and the length.

The fullness of the foot is shown in the top cells of the table:

In most cases, the values ​​​​given in the table are suitable mainly for classic shoes, since their material is more rigid and does not have the ability to stretch. Shoes made of soft material may lose their shape over time when worn and stretch.

Size chart for women's shoes - table of shoe sizes for women

Before you pay attention to shoe sizing charts, you need to measure your foot length and compare it with the measurement system you need.

For example, if your leg length is 24 cm, then according to the Russian measurement system the size will be 37.5. If 23.3, then it is better to give preference to shoes with size 36.6.

Determine your size using the table below:

Shoe size chart for men - size chart for men's shoes

The size of men's shoes can also be determined according to the table:

Attention: According to the Chinese system, there are almost no large shoe sizes for men.

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Learn how to correctly measure your foot size in centimeters. And what are the size charts?

When you are going to buy shoes, the sales assistant is primarily interested in the size of your feet. Therefore, you need to know the size of your feet. In addition, if you decide to purchase boots, sandals or shoes in an online store, then the size of the shoes should be determined in advance. How to do this, read on.

How to correctly measure your foot in centimeters?

The first thing that comes to mind is that to determine the size of your leg, you need to measure its length in centimeters. But it’s not the leg itself that’s supposed to be measured, but its imprint on the paper. After all, when the foot is on a hard surface, its parameters are greater than in another position. To get the exact value, do the following:

1. Take a regular thick sheet of paper
2. Place your foot on it
3. Use a pencil to outline the heel and toes
4. Measure the length at the highest point with a measuring tape
5. Do the same with the other leg.
6. The size is determined from the table data
7. Use the parameters of the foot that is longer

IMPORTANT: It is advisable to take the measurement in the late afternoon, because at this time of day the legs can increase in size. Some clients who shop for shoes in the morning (and in close sizes at that) very often complain that in the evening they cannot even put on shoes or boots.

Are the foot sizes of the right and left legs the same in centimeters?

Every person has a slight asymmetry between the right and left half of the body. It also appears when measuring feet. It is known that only 14% of people have the same size. Small deviations within 5-7 mm are considered normal. There are often people whose right leg is smaller in size than their left. After all, the left is considered the supporting one. But there are cases and vice versa - when the right one is larger.

Table of correspondence between foot sizes in centimeters and shoe sizes for children

If the child is still small, then shopping to buy the shoes he needs is unlikely to be pleasant. Therefore, it is better for mom to measure her leg herself. The process of determining parameters occurs as follows:

• Moisten your baby's foot with plain water.
• Let him then step on a blank sheet of paper
• Measure the size with a ruler

IMPORTANT: To set the size, look at the table. For example, the resulting measurement in centimeters is 12.9; will correspond to size 21. We round the first value to 13 cm, and see what parameter it corresponds to.

Table of correspondence between foot sizes in centimeters and shoe sizes for women

Almost always, only one foot parameter is given in the tables - its length. As you can see in the diagram below, the size is also set according to the length of the leg in centimeters. If you have normal fullness in your feet, then the shoes fit true to size. And if your feet are full, then it is better to take shoes a size or two larger.

Determining the parameters of women's shoes using the table is very simple. All you have to do is select the rounded value of your foot measurements in the bottom column, and then find the appropriate size by working your way up vertically.

Table of correspondence between foot sizes in centimeters and shoe sizes for men

The parameters in the tables for men's legs differ from women's. But the process of determining the right size is the same:

1. First find the “centimeter” length of the foot
2. Further down vertically look for the number of your size

Example: foot length - 23.3 (you should immediately round the value to 23.5) corresponds to Russian size 36.5 and European size 37.

Tips for choosing shoe sizes for children, women and men

When choosing children's shoes Please note the following factors:

• In babies up to three years old, the legs grow quickly, the size changes in a three-month period
• In older children (up to six years old), this parameter changes over a four-month period.
• In older children - at five to six months
• For comfortable wearing of shoes by a child, add 0.5 cm to the results obtained, and in winter - 1.5

If the purchase of shoes is made by a man or a woman, then it will not hurt to take into account these tips:

• If the length of your left and right feet differs, then choose shoes according to the larger parameter.
• When purchasing shoes, boots, sandals on Aliexpress, keep in mind that sometimes the sizes indicated in the tables do not correspond to reality. Therefore, check with the seller for parameters. Otherwise, the shoes may come in small sizes.
• When buying boots for the winter, keep in mind that in severe frosts you will want to wear warm socks. Therefore, take shoes a size larger.
• Don't forget that a person's foot size is smaller in the morning than in the evening. So keep this in mind when making a purchase.

Video: How to determine your foot size?