Posts Tagged ‘shoe sizes’

There are two measurements commonly used to determine shoe size: length and width. For children, length is used most frequently. Width is used when special sizing, such as narrow and wide, are available. Use these guidelines to measure your child’s feet accurately.

While the idea of a gender-neutral, universal-style kid’s shoe can offer freedom from having to make certain choices, it may not be popular with everyone, given our culture’s desire for options and clarity. But, style is a different issue from size, and the notion of simplifying shoe sizes across ages and genders seems reasonable right now.

A recent study on children’s shoe sizing conducted in Sweden finds that nearly 70-percent of kids are wearing shoes that are too small or too big for them. In large part, this is due to the finding that the size listed on shoes by the manufacturer is rarely the true size. In nearly all cases, the manufacturers overstate the size. Here are some tips for navigating shoe sizes and finding shoes that fit your child properly.