How to correctly measure a child's foot for shoes?
When looking for the right shoes for children, it is very important to measure their feet accurately. Whether you're shopping online or in a brick-and-mortar store, knowing your child's exact foot measurements will help ensure your child's fit and comfort. In this article, we will give you the steps to do it at home and answer the most common questions.
Step by step: how to measure a child's foot:
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Prepare the necessary tools
- A sheet of paper
- Pen or pencil
- A ruler or measuring tape
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Take the measurement on a hard surface
It is recommended that the child stands on a hard surface and wears thin socks (or the ones they usually wear when wearing shoes). -
Record the shape of the foot
Place the child's foot on the paper and carefully draw an outline around the foot. It is important to hold the pen upright to get accurate measurements. -
Measure the length of your foot
Take a ruler and measure the distance from the heel to the longest toe. This is the most important dimension in choosing the right footwear. -
Don't forget to factor in growth
For a growing child's foot, it is recommended to add about 0.5-1 cm of extra slack - this will ensure comfort and allow the foot to move freely.
What if one foot is bigger?
This is quite common! We recommend choosing shoes according to your larger foot, and you can find more advice on choosing the right shoes on our blog.
With accurate measurements, order the right footwear
With the exact length of your foot, you will be able to safely choose shoes online and not worry about inaccuracies. Browse our collection of children's shoes - here you will find a wide range of quality footwear for different seasons and styles!
Foot size charts by age
In many emails In stores you will find foot size tables by age , but please note that they are only indicative. Every child's foot is different, so always check the foot length according to the method provided.
Children's foot sizes according to age and foot length
Age | EU size | Foot length (cm) |
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0-6 months | 16-17 | 9.7-10.4 |
6-12 months | 18-19 | 10.5-11.7 |
12-18 months | 20-21 | 11.8-12.5 |
18-24 months | 22 | 13.0 |
2 years | 23 | 14.0 |
2.5-3 years | 24 | 14.7 |
3-3.5 years | 25 | 15.3 |
3.5-4 years | 26 | 16.0 |
4-4.5 years | 27 | 16.7 |
5 years | 28 | 17.4 |
5.5 years | 29 | 18.0 |
6 years | 30 | 18.7 |
6.5 years | 31 | 19.4 |
7 years | 32 | 20.0 |
7.5-8 years | 33 | 20.7 |
8-8.5 years | 34 | 21.4 |
9 years | 35 | 22.0 |
10-11 years old | 36-37 | 22.7-23.4 |
12-13 years old | 38-39 | 24.0-24.7 |