Shoe Width Size Chart

Men's and women's US width letters—including 2E, 4E, EE, and EEE—plus a quick UK width reference. For “what does D mean” detail and the live converter, use the shoe width chart guide.

Men's width chart Women's width chart How to measure shoe width

US shoe width letter chart

Standard (medium) width is usually D for men and B for women. The same letter can mean different things by gender.

Men's shoe width chart

Standard = D · Wide = 2E / EE · Extra wide = 4E

Letter	Width	Notes
B / C	Narrow	Less common; some brands use C
D	Standard (Medium)	Default if no width is listed
E	Wide	One step wider than D
2E / EE	Wide	Most common “wide” label
EEE	Extra Wide	Between 2E and 4E on many charts
4E / EEEE	Extra Wide	Often labeled XW

Women's shoe width chart

Standard = B · Wide = D · Extra wide = 2E

Letter	Width	Notes
AA / A	Narrow	AA is narrower than A
B	Standard (Medium)	Default for most women's shoes
D	Wide	D on women's shoes = wide, not men's standard
2E / EE	Extra Wide	Wide width shoes for women who need more room

Wide width shoes for women

Women's D is wide—not the same as men's standard D

If the length is right but the shoe pinches across the ball of the foot, try women's D (wide) or 2E (extra wide) before going up a full length size. Sizing up only adds length and can cause heel slip.

Brands with strong women's wide options include New Balance, Brooks, and ASICS.

Shoe width chart UK (quick reference)

UK width letters are not identical to US letters. UK F is a common medium for men; wider UK letters trend toward US E / 2E. Always confirm on the brand chart.

UK letter	Typical fit	Notes
C–E	Narrower	Varies by maker
F	Standard (Medium)	Common UK “regular” for men
G–H	Wide	Roughly toward US E / 2E
I–L	Extra wide	Brand-specific; check the chart

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a wide shoe size?

Wide shoes add room across the ball of the foot. Men often use E, 2E (EE), or 4E; women often use D or 2E. Choose correct length in a wide width instead of sizing up only.

What is 2E shoe width?

2E (also written EE) is a common wide width for men—about two steps wider than men's standard D. For women, 2E is typically extra wide.

What is 4E shoe width?

4E (EEEE) is extra wide for men, often labeled XW. It is wider than 2E and is common on New Balance and some Brooks or ASICS models.

What is EE or EEE shoe width?

EE usually means the same as 2E (wide). EEE is one step wider than EE and sits between 2E and 4E on many brand charts.

Do women need wide width shoes?

Yes—if standard women's B feels tight across the forefoot. Women's wide is often D; extra wide is often 2E. Men's D is not the same as women's D.

Which brands offer wide width options?

New Balance is known for D, 2E, and 4E. Brooks, ASICS, and many running brands also offer wide widths. Dress and fashion brands often have fewer width choices.

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