Generally speaking, there's a 1.5-size difference in length between women and men shoes (ladies, if you're a size 8.5, you'd be a size 7 in men's shoes) but the width size remains the same (so if you're a women's D, you're also a men's D).
To go from men's shoe sizes to women's, McFarland recommends adding 1.5 or 2 sizes (i.e., a men's size 7 is approximately a women's size 8.5 or 9).
Men's/Women's Size Conversion Chart
For example: A women's size 9 would wear a men's size 7.
Men and women have different shoe size scales because the men's shoe size scale is based on 33/8 inches for a standard size, and the women's shoe size is based on 3½.
Casual shoes fit women's heels 22% looser (0.5psi) than men's. In contrast, men's and women's work boots, running shoes, and hiking boots have similar fit. Dress shoes follow the opposite pattern, where Women's fit 180% tighter (5.5psi) than Men's!
If you usually wear men's shoes, try a women's shoe instead. The standard width for women is equivalent to a men's narrow width, and sometimes the heel of women's shoes is also slightly more narrow. Just add 1.5 shoe sizes to your usual men's size to determine what size to try in women's.
If you use the “1.5 rule”, a man who wears a size 7 shoe will wear a women's 8.5. Women who wear a size 8 will wear a men's size 6.5. Again, this is a generalization because of how shoes fit. You can never be sure if the “1.5 rule” will work every time.
Most brands have a 1.5 size difference when converting between men's and women's shoes. So, a men's size 9 is equivalent to a women's size 10.5, for example.
The calculation to convert women's shoe sizes to men's (or vice versa) is simple: subtract 1.5 from the women's shoe to find the equivalent men's size. For example, a women's size 10 would be equal to a men's size 8.5.
There is an approximate 1.5 size difference between Men's and Women's sizing. NOTE: Unisex styles are in men's sizing. Women should size down 1.5 sizes. Women who wear a women's size 6.0 or smaller may be able to wear our Kid's shoes.
Wearing women's sneakers as a man is more than fine
It's important to keep in mind that women's sneakers are cut thinner than men's sneakers and fit a bit snug. However, as long as you're able to successfully convert your men's size to the right women's size then you shouldn't have to worry too much about how they fit.
Generally speaking, there's a 1.5-size difference in length between women and men shoes (ladies, if you're a size 8.5, you'd be a size 7 in men's shoes) but the width size remains the same (so if you're a women's D, you're also a men's D).
Usually, a size 9.5 women's is 8 in men's, but it's a men's size 8.5 for brands which use a different size system. For example, a women's 9.5 is 8 in men's Nike but 8.5 in men's Adidas.
There is an approximate 1.5-size difference between men's and women's sizing. NOTE: Unisex styles are in men's sizing. Women should size down 1.5 sizes.
There is a size and a half between men's and women's shoe sizes. Add 1.5 to convert a men's size to a woman's size. (A men's 7.5 is a women's 9).
According to Nike, if you fall between two sizes in terms of length or width, you should go with a half size up or the larger of the two sizes. In general, Nike running shoes tend to run small.
Shoes that are on the tighter side are likely to rub, and since this friction can cause blisters, it's best to have a bit of wiggle room. The ball of your foot should fit comfortably in the widest part of the shoe, and at the heel make sure that you have some room for slight heel slippage.
The difference can be recognized by the ratio between the US size and the other sizes. You can find these sizes in the tongue or inside of your sneakers. The Nike Air Max, for instance, a women's US size is 1,5 larger than the related men's size. For example, WMNS US 10 equals MEN US 8.5.
However, wide shoes may not be the most comfortable on your feet or the most secure and supportive. A half size up is a good option if you just want a little more room, but whether to go wider or just bigger will depend on the style of the shoe and how long you will be wearing it.
Australian shoe sizes are equal to American shoe sizes, so if you're purchasing footwear from a US-based retailer, you should find the fit is the same. If you're buying from a UK-based store, go down 2 sizes. If you're a 7 in Australia, you're a 5 in the UK.
Q: What's the difference between men's and women's widths? A: A men's medium width is a 'D' width whereas a women's medium is a 'B'. Men typically have wider feet and therefore the standard width for a men's shoe would be a wide for a woman's shoe.
Adidas sizing is generally true to size. The label themselves advise that for a more loose feel, you should go up a size or, for a more snug fit, try a size smaller. These are, after all, relaxed sports-oriented pieces that need to fit your particular lifestyle.