If you’ve ever tried buying shoes across genders, you know how confusing the sizes can be. We understand that it’s frustrating when you’re unsure of the size to buy.
But the good news? We’re here to help.
A women's size 9 typically converts to a men's size 7 in US shoe sizes. Keep in mind that the difference between men's and women's sizes is usually about 1.5 to 2 sizes.
However, this can vary depending on the brand and type of shoe. So, what to do? Keep reading and you will know everything.
Key Points
- Women's size 9 typically equals men's size 7.
- Men's shoes are usually wider than women's. Shoe width is important when converting sizes.
- Shoe sizes can vary slightly between brands.
- Brands don’t always use the same sizing rules. So, always check a brand’s specific size chart.
What is a Size 9 in Women's in Men's? Know the Answer
A woman's size 9 is equal to a men's size 7 (in US shoe sizes). Note that the difference between men's and women's sizes is usually about 1.5 to 2 sizes.
But remember, this conversion isn't always perfect. In our experience, different shoe brands have slightly different sizing. So, it's always a good idea to check the specific brand's sizing chart.
Here are the general shoe size conversion tables:
Women's to Men's Shoe Size Conversion Chart
|
Women's |
Men's/Youth |
UK |
Euro |
|
4 |
2 |
1 |
34 |
|
4.5 |
2.5 |
1.5 |
34.5 |
|
5 |
3 |
2.5 |
35 |
|
5.5 |
3.5 |
3 |
35.5 |
|
6 |
4 |
3.5 |
36 |
|
6.5 |
4.5 |
4 |
36.5 |
|
7 |
5 |
4.5 |
37 |
|
7.5 |
5.5 |
5 |
38 |
|
8 |
6 |
5.5 |
39 |
|
8.5 |
6.5 |
6 |
39.5 |
|
9 |
7 |
6.5 |
40 |
|
9.5 |
7.5 |
7 |
41 |
|
10 |
8 |
7.5 |
41.5 |
|
10.5 |
8.5 |
8 |
42 |
|
11 |
9 |
8.5 |
43 |
|
11.5 |
9.5 |
9 |
43.5 |
|
12 |
10 |
9.5 |
44 |
|
12.5 |
10.5 |
10 |
44.5 |
|
13 |
11 |
10.5 |
45 |
|
13.5 |
11.5 |
11 |
46 |
|
14 |
12 |
11.5 |
46.5 |
Men's to Women's Shoes Size Conversion Chart
|
Men's/Youth |
Women's |
UK |
Euro |
|
2 |
4 |
1 |
34 |
|
2.5 |
4.5 |
1.5 |
34.5 |
|
3 |
5 |
2.5 |
35 |
|
3.5 |
5.5 |
3 |
35.5 |
|
4 |
6 |
3.5 |
36 |
|
4.5 |
6.5 |
4 |
36.5 |
|
5 |
7 |
4.5 |
37 |
|
5.5 |
7.5 |
5 |
38 |
|
6 |
8 |
5.5 |
39 |
|
6.5 |
8.5 |
6 |
39.5 |
|
7 |
9 |
6.5 |
40 |
|
7.5 |
9.5 |
7 |
41 |
|
8 |
10 |
7.5 |
41.5 |
|
8.5 |
10.5 |
8 |
42 |
|
9 |
11 |
8.5 |
43 |
|
9.5 |
11.5 |
9 |
43.5 |
|
10 |
12 |
9.5 |
44 |
|
10.5 |
12.5 |
10 |
44.5 |
|
11 |
13 |
10.5 |
45 |
|
11.5 |
13.5 |
11 |
46 |
|
12 |
14 |
11.5 |
46.5 |
Converting between men’s and women’s sizes can be tricky, just like understanding European sizing. Learn more about it in What Does EUR Mean in Shoe Size? Here’s the Comparison.
Understanding the Shoe Sizing
Before you convert size 9 in women’s to men's, we suggest you understand all about shoe sizing, too. Don’t worry. All you will have to do is to check the basic sizing charts.
Women's Sizes
|
US |
Euro |
UK |
Inches |
CM/Mexico |
|
4 |
35 |
2 |
8.1875" |
20.8 |
|
4.5 |
35 |
2.5 |
8.375" |
21.3 |
|
5 |
35-36 |
3 |
8.5" |
21.6 |
|
5.5 |
36 |
3.5 |
8.75" |
22.2 |
|
6 |
36-37 |
4 |
8.875" |
22.5 |
|
6.5 |
37 |
4.5 |
9.0625" |
23 |
|
7 |
37-38 |
5 |
9.25" |
23.5 |
|
7.5 |
38 |
5.5 |
9.375" |
23.8 |
|
8 |
38-39 |
6 |
9.5" |
24.1 |
|
8.5 |
39 |
6.5 |
9.6875" |
24.6 |
|
9 |
39-40 |
7 |
9.875" |
25.1 |
|
9.5 |
40 |
7.5 |
10" |
25.4 |
|
10 |
40-41 |
8 |
10.1875" |
25.9 |
|
10.5 |
41 |
8.5 |
10.3125" |
26.2 |
|
11 |
41-42 |
9 |
10.5" |
26.7 |
|
11.5 |
42 |
9.5 |
10.6875" |
27.1 |
|
12 |
42-43 |
10 |
10.875" |
27.6 |
Men's Sizes
|
US |
Euro |
UK |
Inches |
CM/Mexico |
|
6 |
39 |
5.5 |
9.25" |
23.5 |
|
6.5 |
39 |
6 |
9.5" |
24.1 |
|
7 |
40 |
6.5 |
9.625" |
24.4 |
|
7.5 |
40-41 |
7 |
9.75" |
24.8 |
|
8 |
41 |
7.5 |
9.9375" |
25.4 |
|
8.5 |
41-42 |
8 |
10.125" |
25.7 |
|
9 |
42 |
8.5 |
10.25" |
26 |
|
9.5 |
42-43 |
9 |
10.4375" |
26.7 |
|
10 |
43 |
9.5 |
10.5625" |
27 |
|
10.5 |
43-44 |
10 |
10.75" |
27.3 |
|
11 |
44 |
10.5 |
10.9375" |
27.9 |
|
11.5 |
44-45 |
11 |
11.125" |
28.3 |
|
12 |
45 |
11.5 |
11.25" |
28.6 |
|
13 |
46 |
12.5 |
11.5625" |
29.4 |
|
14 |
47 |
13.5 |
11.875" |
30.2 |
|
15 |
48 |
14.5 |
12.1875" |
31 |
|
16 |
49 |
15.5 |
12.5" |
31.8 |
Understanding conversions between men’s and women’s sizes is useful, but what about size 39? Get the details in What Is 39 in Shoe Size? Explained.
The Difference Between Men's and Women's Shoe Sizes
Men's and women's shoe sizes are indeed different. If you look at them carefully, you will notice differences mainly in length and width. Typically, men's shoes are about two sizes larger than women's shoes (for the same foot length).
Additionally, men's shoes are generally wider.
Let’s see why.
Length Differences
The first thing to understand about shoe sizes is that men’s and women’s sizes aren’t the same. If you look at a women’s size 9 and a men’s size 9, they won’t match up. The women’s shoes will be smaller.
As discussed above, men’s shoes are about 1.5 to 2 sizes larger than women’s shoes. So, a woman's size 9 would be about a man's size 7.
Why is this?
It all comes down to how shoes are made. Shoe companies design men’s and women’s shoes to fit the average foot size (for each gender). Since men usually have larger feet than women, their shoes are sized differently.
We asked footwear experts about this. They said the different length sizes make sure that both men and women can find shoes that fit them well.
Width Differences
Besides the length, another key difference between men’s and women’s shoe sizes is the width. Men’s shoes are generally wider than women’s shoes. Even if the length of the shoe is the same, the men’s version will be roomier.
We tried this and found that there is extra space in the middle and front of the foot.
This is because men and women have different foot shapes. Men typically have broader feet, so their shoes need to be wider. On the other hand, women’s shoes are usually narrower.
This is important to keep in mind when converting sizes.
Now, you might also be curious about what width sizes like “B” mean. Find out more in What Does B Mean In Shoe Size? Here’s the Answer.
Common Mistakes in Shoe Size Conversion
People make a lot of mistakes during the shoe sizing conversion. We know all of them, but have found that there are three common ones. In fact, we think almost every person repeats these three mistakes when converting shoe sizes.
Mistake #01: Not Considering Brand Differences
One big mistake people make is thinking that all shoe brands use the same sizing. They don't!
A size 9 in one brand fits differently than a size 9 in another. That’s because each brand has its own way of measuring shoes. Some brands make their shoes a little bigger or smaller, even if the size number is the same.
This is what we’ve experienced:
- Nike: Runs small.
- Adidas: True to size.
- Converse: Runs large.
- Vans: True to size.
- Puma: Runs small.
- New Balance: True to size.
- Yeezy: Runs small.
To avoid any problem, always check the brand's size chart before buying shoes. This chart will show you how that specific brand measures its shoes, so you can pick the right size. It might seem like a little extra work, but it’s worth it.
Mistake #02: Ignoring Shoe Width
Another common mistake is not thinking about shoe width. Men's shoes are usually wider than women's shoes, even if the length is the same. If you’re switching from a women’s size to a men’s size, the shoes can feel “too wide.”
On the other hand, if you’re switching from a men’s size to a women’s size, the shoes might feel too tight.
To make sure your shoes fit well, pay attention to the width.
Mistake #03: Forgetting to Measure Your Feet
Finally, many people forget to measure their feet before buying shoes. Your shoe size can change over time, so it’s important to measure your feet now and then.
If you don’t measure, you will end up with shoes that don’t fit well.
To measure your feet, you can use a simple piece of paper and a ruler. Stand on the paper, trace your foot, and measure the length from your heel to your longest toe. It’s that simple.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion:
- A woman's size 9 usually converts to a men's size 7.
- Men’s shoes are wider than women’s shoes of the same length.
- Always measure your feet for accurate size conversions.
- Check the brand's size chart before purchasing.
If you remember these points, you will be able to shop confidently.
