Balenciaga sizing can be confusing, especially when you’re used to wearing the same size in most of your sneakers. So, how do Balenciaga shoes fit compared to what you’re used to? From the pairs I’ve tried, most run big, but some need a much bigger size adjustment than others. I normally wear a US 9 … Read more
To help you find your boot size, Frank’s Boots size chart uses two measurements: foot length and foot width, or the circumference around the ball of your foot. I’ve also turned the chart into a calculator, so you don’t have to scroll through all 135 sizing combinations. Just select your measurements, and you’ll see the … Read more
A half shoe size is 1/6 inch, or roughly 4.23 mm (0.42 cm), in the traditional US sizing system. Not much, right? Well, there’s more to the story, and those 4.23 mm won’t tell you much about how a shoe will actually fit. I wear a US 9 in the regular Nike Dunk Low, but … Read more
People wear boots for all sorts of things. Some are made for hiking or winter activities, others for casual everyday wear, and then you’ve got work boots, which have a pretty different job to do. There’s quite a bit to check when you’re buying work boots. You’ve got the length, width, heel fit, and arch … Read more
Rubber is a great material used in quality shoes because it doesn’t wear out fast or allow water inside the shoes. Unfortunately, if you don’t wear rubber shoes for a long time, they can contract and become tighter, especially when it’s cold. If this happens to your shoes or you just happened to buy a … Read more
If you wear a US 9 in Nike, what size should you buy in Adidas, Asics, or New Balance? Our Universal Brand Shoe Size Converter uses size charts from 12 footwear brands to find the closest match. Start with your current shoe size and brand, then pick the brand you’re interested in. The tool will … Read more
Trying to figure out your Red Wing size? The Red Wing size chart below covers men’s and women’s US sizes, UK and EU conversions, and the different boot widths Red Wing offers. I’ve also included sizing recommendations for popular models like the Iron Ranger, Classic Moc, and Beckman, because your usual shoe size won’t always … Read more
I’ve spent quite a bit of time figuring out Frank’s Boots sizing, and I’ve learned a few things along the way. Between wearing my own Hybrid Highlanders, chatting with Mario at Frank’s, and comparing notes with people who’ve worn just about every PNW boot out there, I’ve picked up some useful sizing advice that I … Read more
Leather boots can stretch, but how much they’ll give depends on the leather, how the boots are made, and where you need more room. There are several ways to go about it, from boot stretchers to the DIY tricks you see online. Some are worth trying. Others I’d be careful with. THE SHORT ANSWER How … Read more
Trying to figure out what your shoe size is in another country? I’ve put together shoe size charts for men, women, and kids, covering US & Canada, UK, EU, centimeters, and inches. You can look up your size in the tables or use the calculator to get the conversion straight away. And if you’re shopping … Read more