THE ULTIMATE SIZING HACK
Kids' to Women's Shoe Size Conversion: A Guide to Saving Money
Wondering what a youth shoe size to women's is? This guide breaks it down. Discover that a kids' 7 equals a women's 8.5 and learn how this simple conversion can unlock better prices.
For women with smaller feet (typically size 9 or under), the kids' shoe section offers significant cost savings and sometimes exclusive styles. This conversion guide helps you navigate between kids' and women's sizing to find the perfect fit at better prices.
How to Convert Kids' to Women's Shoe Sizes
Step-by-Step Guide
- Know Your Women's Size: Determine your current women's shoe size in US, UK, or EU. This is your starting point for the conversion.
- Use the General Rule: To convert from women's to kids', subtract 1.5 from your women's size. For example, a women's 8.5 = kids' 7.
- Check the Conversion Chart: Use the detailed conversion chart below for precise conversions based on foot length. This ensures accuracy across all sizing systems.
- Try Before You Buy: When possible, try on kids' shoes in-store to verify the fit, as some brands may have slight variations.
Quick Reference Examples
Common Conversions:
Women's 7 → Kids' 5.5
Women's 8 → Kids' 6.5
Women's 8.5 → Kids' 7
Women's 9 → Kids' 7.5
Size Range:
This conversion works best for women's sizes 5.5 to 9, which correspond to kids' sizes 4 to 7.5. Larger sizes may not be available in kids' sections.
💡 Money-Saving Tip: Kids' versions of popular sneakers are often 20-40% cheaper than women's versions, even though the design and quality are typically identical. This makes the conversion knowledge very valuable for budget-conscious shoppers.
Why Buy Kids' Shoes? The Two Big Advantages
"It's one of the best-kept secrets in shopping. The design is often identical, but the price isn't. This is the ultimate sizing hack."
For women with smaller feet (typically a size 9 or under), the kids' shoe section is a goldmine. There are two primary reasons why learning the kids' to women's shoe size conversion is a game-changer:
- Major Cost Savings: This is the biggest draw. Youth versions of popular sneakers and shoes are consistently priced lower than their women's counterparts. You get the same style and brand recognition for a fraction of the cost. It's a simple way to get amazing deals on footwear.
- Wider Selection & Availability: Sometimes, exclusive colors or limited-edition styles are released only in youth sizes. By knowing your equivalent size, you open up a whole new inventory of options that others might miss.
How to Enter US Kids' Shoe Size
Brand: Generic / Standard
Examples: US 3C, US 4C
Range: US 1C to 7
Note: Different brands use different US size formats. Please select the correct format based on the brand.
Selected Brands:
Kids: Generic / Standard
Women's: NikeKids' (Youth) to Women's Conversion Chart
This chart provides a precise comparison for any kids' shoe size to women's based on foot length. For example, you can see that a women's size 7 is a kids' 5.5Y in most cases. Use this chart to find your perfect match.
| Big Kids' Size (Youth) | Equivalent Women's Size | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | UK | EU | CM | IN | CN | JP | US | UK | EU | CM | IN | CN | JP |
| 2.5 | 2 | 34 | 21.4 | 8.4 | 215 | 21.4 | 4 | 1.5 | 34.5 | 21.2 | 8.3 | 215 | - |
| 3 | 2.5 | 35 | 21.8 | 8.6 | 220 | 21.8 | 4.5 | 2 | 35 | 21.6 | 8.5 | 215 | - |
| 3.5 | 3 | 35.5 | 22.2 | 8.8 | 220 | 22.2 | 5 | 2.5 | 35.5 | 22 | 8.7 | 220 | - |
| 4 | 3.5 | 36 | 22.4 | 8.8 | 225 | 22.4 | 5.5 | 3 | 36 | 22.4 | 8.8 | 225 | - |
| 4.5 | 4 | 36.5 | 22.7 | 9 | 225 | 22.7 | 6 | 3.5 | 36.5 | 22.9 | 9 | 230 | - |
| 5 | 4.5 | 37.5 | 23.2 | 9.1 | 230 | 23.2 | 6.5 | 4 | 37.5 | 23.3 | 9.2 | 235 | - |
| 5.5 | 5 | 38 | 23.5 | 9.3 | 235 | 23.5 | 6.5 | 4 | 37.5 | 23.3 | 9.2 | 235 | - |
| 6 | 5.5 | 38.5 | 23.8 | 9.4 | 240 | 23.8 | 7 | 4.5 | 38 | 23.7 | 9.3 | 235 | - |
| 6.5 | 6 | 39 | 24.3 | 9.6 | 245 | 24.3 | 7.5 | 5 | 38.5 | 24.1 | 9.5 | 240 | - |
| 7 | 6 | 40 | 24.6 | 9.7 | 250 | 24.6 | 8 | 5.5 | 39 | 24.5 | 9.7 | 245 | - |
Important Note:
This chart uses generic sizing data and may have slight variations. For the most accurate brand-specific sizing information, please visit our brand-specific shoe size charts page, where you can find detailed sizing data for individual brands like Nike, Adidas, New Balance, and more.