Shoe Width Chart for Men | Visit HealthyFeetStore.com (2024)

FAQs

What is normal width for men's shoes? ›

A 'D' width is the most common size for men and is considered a Normal/Medium/Standard width. For women, a 'D' width is considered Wide.

Foot Width:

Boots are typically available in 6 widths: B (extra narrow), C (narrow), D (regular), E (wide), EE (extra wide), and EEE (triple wide). We suggest ordering your boots according to the size chart above.

It can be difficult to figure out what size shoe you should buy, especially because different brands and styles come in multiple sizes. However, the average male's foot is generally between 6 and 7.5 inches in width and 9 and 10 inches in length.

Finally, compare your shoe size to your shoe width. A regular or medium foot width is a little less than half of your foot size in inches. For example, if you wear a size 7 shoe, then a regular foot width would be around 3.45 inches, whereas a wide size 7 foot would measure anywhere from 3.75 to 4.25 inches.

People with standard feet sometimes find wide-fit shoes more comfortable, especially if they have wider-than-average feet, wear custom orthotics, or spend a lot of time standing.

Another way to check this is to slip a finger between the heel of your foot and the heel of your shoe. There should be just enough space for your finger to fit nice and snugly. If your finger slides in easily with space to spare, you should probably go down a half size, while if it's a tight squeeze, go up half a size.

For a UK size 6 women's shoe, the average width is usually around 9 cm. A wide foot will measure around 10 cm or more.

A 'D' width fits most men and is considered their Standard/Medium, but for women is a wider fit. If you're not sure what your shoe size is, or you're finding shoe width letters confusing, trying on a few pairs of shoes is a good way to figure out your sizing.

Shoe size and shoe width tend to be proportional in standard sizing, so large shoes may run a little wider than necessary if you have long, but narrow feet. However, we'd advise against opting for a larger shoe size, solely for the purpose of getting a wider fit, as this could cause a trip hazard.

A: In American shoe sizing, letter indicates width. C is narrow, D is standard (or medium, hence the accompanying "M") and E, EE (or 2E), AND EEE (or 3E) are the extra wide sizes. If most off-the-shelf shoes in size 44.5 fit you, go with a corresponding US size in D(M).

How do I know my shoe width? ›

To find your width, measure the marks for the widest part of your foot and use the inch-to-size table. For example, if you are a man with a U.S. size 14 length and your width measures 4-8/16", you will wear a medium width (D) shoe.

However, if your feet are sliding side to side, the shoes are too wide for you. Downsizing in length with wide shoes may cause pain and injury to your toes and isn't always the right solution. Yet, neither problem is a complete death sentence for the style you're attempting to achieve.

Podiatrists commonly recommend New Balance shoes for their patients, and it's no wonder why. This brand is well-known for its comfortable pairs that offer plenty of arch support and cushioning. New Balance also promotes foot health by catering to varying foot widths.

If your shoes fit well, you should be able to feel one finger's width of space between the tip of your longest toe and the front of the shoe. You can also insert a finger into the gap in between the back of your heel and the back of the shoe to check how they fit, and the width can be checked using the same method.

A: The "M" stands for medium width of the shoe. The sizes are standard for women. Therefore, you should order your normal shoe size.

A wide foot will measure around 10 cm or more. Some shoes, like heels, cater to narrow feet, and some brands manufacture narrow shoes. Since there isn't a standardised measurement system for shoe width, it can be challenging for people with wide feet to find comfortable fitting shoes.

Wide fit shoes, on the other hand, will usually measure in the region of 10cm in width, while extra-wide fit shoes will measure around 11cm across or more. If you are unsure of what your size might be, you can easily measure the width of your feet with a tape measure or ruler.