Women’s Shoe Size Guide

We make it easy to find the right size. This guide provides general women’s shoe sizing information and European size references to help you choose confidently. Because shoe sizing is not universally standardized across brands, European (EU) sizing is used as a consistent baseline, with fit varying by brand, style, materials, and construction.

US to European Shoe Size Conversion

US Women’s Size EU Size Reference
5.5 – 6 36
6.5 – 7 37
7.5 – 8 38
8.5 – 9 39
9.5 – 10 40
10.5 – 11 41
11.5 – 12 42

Key Factors That Affect Fit

  • Brand: Each brand uses unique lasts and sizing standards.
  • Style type: Sneakers, loafers, flats, sandals, and boots fit differently.
  • Toe shape: Pointed, square, and rounded toes change interior volume.
  • Materials: Soft leathers, woven uppers, and unlined styles may stretch.
  • Construction: Handcrafted and European-made shoes often fit more precisely.
  • Width profile: Some styles run naturally narrower or roomier.

Easy Exchanges & Returns

Because shoe fit can vary across brands and styles, we make it easy to find the right size. Qualifying online orders containing an eligible non-sale item include a peel-and-stick return label. If your pair doesn’t fit, simply peel the label, place it on the box, and send it back. Once the return shipment is received, we issue your refund promptly so you can reorder the correct size with confidence.


Personalized Size & Fit Assistance

If you are unsure between sizes or have questions about how a specific style fits, our team is happy to help. Personalized guidance remains the most accurate way to ensure the right fit across brands and constructions.

 Contact Us for Size & Fit Help

Shoe sizing can vary by brand, last, toe shape, material, lining, and construction. Use this guide as a general reference rather than a guarantee of fit. For personal help, contact Main & Taylor or visit the Raleigh or Greensboro store.

Width Reference

Medium

May appear as M, B, Medium, Standard, or with no visible width option.

Narrow

May appear as N, AA, or Narrow.

Quad

May appear as SS, AAAA, or Quad.

Not every brand or product is offered in multiple widths. The option shown on the product page is always the actual purchasable width.

How To Measure

  1. Measure both feet near the end of the day.
  2. Stand with weight distributed naturally.
  3. Place the heel against a wall or straight edge.
  4. Mark the end of the longest toe.
  5. Measure the longer foot.
  6. Note the widest part of the foot.
  7. Compare with the brand’s own guide when available.
  8. Consider socks, hosiery, orthotics, or intended use.

What Affects Fit

Brand & Last

Two shoes labeled the same size may fit differently because they are built on different lasts.

Toe Shape

Pointed, almond, square, and round toes distribute space differently.

Material

Leather, suede, textile, knit, and synthetic materials feel different and may relax differently.

Construction

Lining, footbed, sole, heel height, platform, and upper structure all affect fit.

Style

Loafers, sandals, sneakers, heels, boots, and backless shoes require different fit considerations.

Width

A customer may need a different width in one brand or style than another.

Getting Fit Help

When contacting Main & Taylor, it helps to include the brand, product or style name, your current size, width if known, another brand or style that fits well, whether the issue is length, width, heel slip, toe pressure, arch, or instep, the intended use, and a product link.

Size conversions are estimated fit references and can vary by brand and style. Main & Taylor cannot guarantee fit from a conversion table alone.