How do shoe sizes compare (Mens and Ladies)?

Question

That is if I wear a 9.5 womens, what would that translate to in mens sizes? I need to buy steel toed shoes and can't find any womens that I like.

Answer 1

My experience is that there is a 2 size difference from men to women. Mens 8 womans 10

Answer 2

I highly recommend you try them on before you purchase them to guarantee the size, but you will probably wear 8 or 8 1/2. I do this all the time with mens sneakers, I wear a 9 wide or 9 1/2 regular womens and when I get sneakers I always get a mans 8 or 8 1/2, depending on the manufacture. I also have an 8 1/2 in men's Harley boots.

Answer 3

Start with a size 8 and go up or down from there. Some manufacturers say the difference is 2 sizes, others say 1. I wear a women's 10, and usually fit best into a men's 8.5. But it all depends on the brand AND style. Even within brands, you could need a different size.

Answer 4

usually from womens to mens its about a 1 and a half size difference so if you wear a 9.5 you would probably be most comfortable in a mens size 8

Answer 5

if u wear a 9.5 in womens you could probably wear a 6 to 7 in mens boots, just go in the mens section & try them on keeping in mind you will be wearing heavy socks in the winter.

Answer 6

Women's size = Men's size - 2 generally

However, the heel area on men's shoes are deeper & wider than on women's shoes so it's key to give yourself lots of time to try them on & walk in them before making a purchase.

Answer 7

you would wear an 8 in mens. The size difference is 1.5 with women't being smaller.

Answer 8

If you wear a women's 9.5 then you would wear a 7.5 in men's.

Answer 9

Hi. Your best guess would probably be an 8 or 8.5 in mens.