How to choose shoe size?

Sometimes it happens that you see beautiful boots or shoes of an interesting style, and that's it, the mind gives way to an insane desire to have this pair. But it is not without reason that fitting is so called - it gives only an approximate result, so to speak, only represents the first impression of shoes. When trying on, we can say for sure only one thing - press shoes or fit. All the rest is able to show a long sock - the only way to find out all the flaws of the model, material features and performance errors. In this article, we will talk about how to choose the size of the shoe so that it is as comfortable as possible for you and can last for a long time.

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Why choose quality shoes?

Incorrectly selected shoes will reward their master with corns, calluses and other unpleasant things. In addition, such problems are quite difficult to treat due to the fact that they are located in remote places.

For the entire time of treatment, you have to practically eliminate the usual shoes, and go to work in slippers, which is not very aesthetically pleasing. But these are just “flowers”: excessive enthusiasm for “unstable” shoes, flat soles or huge heels often leads to the development of scoliosis, joint problems and varicose veins.

That is why it is so important to choose primarily convenient and comfortable shoes, and it will be great if its design can complement this quality.

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A bit of size theory

It is very important to know how to choose the shoe size. There are several size systems, taking into account whose products it is:

1. International Standard ISO 3355-77 - involves the determination of size in millimeters along the length of the foot (from the tip of the toe to the heel with rounding up to 0.5 cm).
2. European system - insoles are measured in centimeters. The insole should be larger than the foot and have a unit of measure ⅔ cm - 6.7 mm.
3. English system - has a designation in inches and is numbered through ⅓ inches - 8.5 mm, and is determined by the insole. The smallest size is 4 inches (for a newborn baby).
4. The American system is similar to the English one, but it is slightly smaller. This system has this numbering: every ⅓ inch - 8.5 mm.

Important! Remember that in the cold and in the heat, the legs can swell, and the shoes will squeeze them.

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How not to make a mistake with the size?

In order to determine your shoe size, you must do the following:

• Take a blank paper sheet and a well-sharpened pencil.
• Place a stack of paper on the paper and gently circle it.

Important! If you wear shoes on a toe, then put on a toe.

• Take your foot off the paper, use a ruler to draw a long line.
• Measure both legs in this way and select the largest number.
• Round this figure to 5 mm, select the size in the special size chart.

Important! The size of summer and winter shoes is one. However, it should be remembered that when trying on winter shoes, it is better to give preference to a larger size, since winter shoes can have natural or artificial fur, because of which your legs can be cramped. In addition, in more spacious boots you will be much warmer than in narrow ones, but you don’t need to go to extremes either. Better - choose the right shoe size.

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Completeness

The next thing you need to pay attention to when choosing your shoe size is completeness.This parameter is determined by the girth in the beams, that is, the volume of the foot from its widest part. The so-called bundle line goes around the foot along the protruding bones of the little finger and thumb. It is also necessary to consider the rise of the foot. Based on these parameters, completeness is calculated.

Important! The completeness from E to I are considered internationally recognized, where the most common are H.F and F.G - for thinner legs, F1 / 2, G - for medium, from G ½, H and more - for more complete. Already in childhood, the feet can vary in completeness, so this parameter is important for any age.

If you correctly determined the completeness, then the shoes should sit tightly along the beam line, but do not press:

• With great fullness, the foot slides forward, and the heel “climbs” out of the back of the shoe.
• If it’s too small, the shoes get trampled very quickly.

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Shoe tips

In addition, in order to choose the shoe size, it is also advisable to take into account the following when buying a new pair:

• Experienced sellers suggest first measuring the shoes on the right foot - in most cases, the right foot is slightly larger than the left. If the right foot shoes just right, then you can measure the left.
• It is best to try on in the evening, because by the end of the day, even healthy legs are slightly swollen. So you can avoid rubbing and squeezing the foot.
• In the process of fitting, you should pay attention to how the shoes grasp the foot - if it is in time, then there should not be any compressive sensations.
• Shoes should not sit butt on the foot, but not too loose. Otherwise, wearing will cease in anguish and lead to complications, for example, bending of the fingers, ingrown toenail, impaired circulation or bursitis.

Important! To assess how the foot feels in new shoes, you should put on both legs and walk around the hall, feeling your toe with your fingers.

• Regarding the sole, it is worth saying that it should bend a little, returning to its previous state. Its thickness should be sufficient so that the legs do not feel when walking all the unevenness of the coating, stones and cracks in the ground.
• If you buy shoes for every day, then convenience should definitely be a priority, and not a tribute to fashion. Therefore, it is better to give preference to shoes on a platform with a slight rise, and not on a stile of 15 cm.
• Do not succumb to provocations and try to prove to everyone that a real woman should absolutely always be in high heels. First of all, she must be beautiful and healthy. According to orthopedists, a high heel is an unjustified risk of getting a vertebral injury, since heels do not spring in the process of walking, allowing each step, like a whip, to hit the spine. Hence the occurrence of scoliosis, vertebral hernias and osteochondrosis.
• Never try on shoes only while sitting. In the process of walking, our feet are lengthened, which is why walk in shoes, and only then make a purchase.

Important! Set aside time to buy - don't buy new shoes in a hurry.

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Material

Choosing a shoe size is half the battle. Of great importance for the comfort of our feet are the materials of the upper, as well as the lining of the shoes. To find the perfect pair, it is important to take into account some of the nuances:

• The ideal option for both summer and winter shoes is genuine leather, since in this material the skin of the legs can breathe, and you will feel comfortable, regardless of the weather.
• If you wear shoes made of artificial materials, please note that this may cause some damage to your health. Under the influence of heat, the chemical elements that make up the material can begin to evaporate, and then absorb into the skin of the legs. In addition, in such shoes, the legs do not breathe at all, and therefore the risk of fungal diseases increases significantly.
• If you can’t afford shoes made from natural materials, then put forward increased requirements for synthetic ones - at least the interior and insole should be made of natural wool or textile.

Important! Shoes should be treated with antibacterial treatment.

• When buying shoes made of synthetic materials, remember that unlike natural shoes, it does not wear out, so the size should be perfectly matched.
• Patent leather is very popular because it looks very impressive. But wearing it constantly is undesirable - the legs in it do not breathe at all. It is better to use this option occasionally - in some special occasions.
• When choosing shoes for the winter, keep in mind that the weather at this time is finicky. Therefore, the material from which the shoes are made must be waterproof.
• Pay particular attention to the clasp - if it is too low, there is a risk of wetting your feet.
• When choosing winter shoes, pay attention to the sole. It is better to take a thicker sole with a relief that will prevent slipping.

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Now you know how to choose the right shoe size and more. We hope our tips and tricks will help you choose a really high-quality pair that will be comfortable to wear and will last more than one season.