Today a huge number of shoes are sold for every taste, color and budget. Choosing a new couple is not only an exciting, but also a responsible process. Before purchasing in a store, we are used to trying on new clothes, but purchasing through an online store can cause some difficulties. In order to avoid mistakes and not be disappointed in your purchase, it is important to know the exact size. By this parameter we assume the length of the foot, but this is not entirely true. Foot size also includes such a parameter as completeness. It denotes its volume in the widest part, i.e. near the bone in the toe.
What parameter is the fullness of the shoes?
This parameter corresponds to the girth of the leg, but more often you can hear “block” or “instep”. Many buyers do not think about measuring it, since for most of humanity this parameter is standard. Those with fairly massive feet or, conversely, narrow feet, rarely think about this characteristic and purchase shoes a couple of sizes larger or smaller.It is not right. At best, this can lead to the appearance of calluses, at worst - to the formation of joint lumps and growths.
How is completeness indicated?
By measuring your leg in the widest area, you can easily determine its fullness. All volumes are clearly recorded:
- in the English system the designation is alphabetic: A, B, C, D, E, F. Moreover, there are 5 more smallest sizes - 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A, 6A, as well as 5 increasing ones - 2F, 3F, 4F, 5F , 6F. As a rule, such designations cannot be found in a regular store; more often they are made to order. Mass production includes basic parameters ranging from A to G/2F. If when purchasing you see “2F” or “G” on the box, don’t be surprised, they are the same size. The step between values is 0.5 cm;
- in the European system, a numerical designation is adopted, the step is 0.5 cm, the size range is designated from 1 to 8. The French system is very similar, but manufacturers begin their series with a slightly larger size, that is, 1 French parameter corresponds to 3 European ones and then in ascending order ;
- The Russian system has a distinctive feature - separate tables are compiled for male and female representatives. The step is 0.4 cm. The designation is digital, but there are 12 sizes in a row. The difference for men and women is 5 mm, so the 2nd female corresponds to the 1st male, the 3rd female corresponds to the 2nd male.
Completeness tables
In tables the fullness of the shoe corresponds not only to the girth of the leg, but also corresponds to the length of the foot. After all, having the same foot length, people can have different volumes or, conversely, with similar fullness, completely different lengths.People with standard feet can afford not to measure the volume; they feel comfortable wearing any shoes. Indicator 6 is considered normal, average. Indicators 2–5 characterize feet that are narrower than average. 7 and above – wider than average.
Women's:
Men's:
How to determine “your” parameter?
It is necessary to determine your individual size if you feel some discomfort when wearing and walking. Very It is important to take measurements in the evening, as the foot is slightly larger in the evening. The foot is measured with a measuring tape at the widest part. If you plan to wear shoes with a sock, then you need to put it on. Please note that it is necessary to measure each leg, because absolute symmetry is rarely found in nature. The maximum value must be selected.
So, if you have a size 38 leg, and its volume at the widest point is 231 mm (23.1 cm), then you need to find the value in the table above (if it is not there, then it is approximate) and round down. This rounding rule is mandatory, as shoes will wear in and stretch over time. For men - size 7, and for women - size 6.
Features of fullness in children's shoes
The values for children's shoes are also set out in GOST, but this table is currently very difficult for manufacturers to adhere to. The problem is information can be considered outdated due to pronounced “early maturation”. Today's youth are clearly more mature than their peers who lived about 20 years ago.
Well-known manufacturers have already begun their own research in this area, but given that GOST is fixed for the execution of flexible options, fittings are used that help shoes “grow” by several values.These are all kinds of Velcro, zippers, and lace fasteners. Thanks to them, parents can easily adjust the size.
Differences in completeness in American, European, Russian and British tables
The main difference between the English and American tables and the European and Russian ones is to designate. If in English-speaking countries a letter designation is accepted, then in other cases a digital designation is used.
Despite the seemingly significant difference, the English system is still a little similar to the European version. The values in the table are in order (as in alphabet or ascending order). Among all the tables, buyers have a particular misunderstanding regarding the American designation. In America, a symbolic designation is accepted.
For women:
- 4A (SS - super slim) - very narrow;
- 3A (S – slim) – narrow;
- 2A (N -narrow) - slightly smaller than standard;
- B (M medium) - standard;
- C (W wide) - slightly larger than standard;
- D (2W double wide) - wide;
- E (3W triple wide) - very wide.
For men, the designations shift by 3 positions:
- A (SS) - very narrow;
- B (S) - narrow;
- C (N) - slightly less than standard;
- D (M) - medium, standard;
- E (W) - slightly wider than standard;
- 2E (2W)—wide;
- 3E (3W) - very wide.
Both the main option and the option presented in brackets are acceptable for use.
Knowing the specifics of shoe sizes, everyone will be able to find a suitable pair, even if they previously experienced enormous difficulties.
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