how to find shoe size at home

 

Knowing your shoe size is important because it will help you find the right fit of shoes. At home, there are many ways to measure shoe size which includes using a ruler and using a measuring tape. However, if you want to use an easier method then what you need is something called as a "shoe calculator". The next time before going out shopping for shoes make sure that you know how to find your size by looking at the following sites:

If you need a quick way to find shoe size, this article shares how you can use the two marks on your foot for shoe size. It will also tell about the factors that could affect your measurement. If you are looking for more ways to measure, other methods of finding shoe sizeincluding: heel length, point of toe and ball diameter are provided in the article.

 

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There is also a short list of brands that have what is needed in their stores or online so you don't have to worry about running out too quickly.

Finding your shoe size is easy with this quick tip. If you don't have a measuring tape or ruler, use the handy two marks on your foot as a guideline. Although there are more accurate ways to measure feet, this method will give you an idea of what size to buy, especially if you are in a hurry.

Step 1: Stand on a ruler so the numbers are on the bottom of your foot. Make sure that it is flat against the floor with no gaps. The edge of the ruler should be parallel to the floor so you can see it in your reflection and read it accurately.

Step 2: Find your long mark first. The long mark is the longest one on the inside of your foot while the short one is on the outside. Write down this number, which should be in centimeters or millimeters. It should be just less than an inch. These measurements will help you determine whether you need a men's size 15 or women's size 5 shoe.

 

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Step 3: Look at your short mark next. This number should be slightly less than half of the length of your long mark but more than a third.

Step 4: If the short mark is between half and a third, you will most likely buy size 6 to 7 shoes. If it is less than half, you should buy a size 8 to 9. If it is more than a third, you will buy size 10 to 11 shoes.

Step 5: Find your big toe mark next. This mark should be just below the middle of your foot, about where your second toe starts and ends. Write down this number in centimeters or millimeters if no measuring tape is available on your foot.

Step 6: Look at your heel mark next. This mark should be at the bottom of your ankle, where your heel starts and ends. Write down this number in centimeters or millimeters if no measuring tape is available on your foot.

Step 7: If you are doing this by yourself, you will probably want to cut a small piece of paper and write down the numbers for each mark. This will help you determine what size shoe to buy based on all three measurements combined. You can also look online for a size chart that is easier to use.

Factors that Affect Shoe Size

Foot size differs among individuals and factors such as gender, age, weight and even climate can affect size as well.