{"id":628,"date":"2021-10-27T12:36:58","date_gmt":"2021-10-27T16:36:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.luxtiques.com\/blogs\/?p=628"},"modified":"2023-06-15T11:41:03","modified_gmt":"2023-06-15T15:41:03","slug":"sock-size-chart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/soxy.com\/blogs\/sock-size-chart\/","title":{"rendered":"Sock Size Chart &#8211; Your Guide to Finding Your Size"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/soxy.com\/blogs\/sock-size-chart\/#How_to_Determine_Sock_Size\" title=\"How to Determine Sock Size&nbsp;\">How to Determine Sock Size&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/soxy.com\/blogs\/sock-size-chart\/#Sock_Sizing_Guide\" title=\"Sock Sizing Guide&nbsp;\">Sock Sizing Guide&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/soxy.com\/blogs\/sock-size-chart\/#Sock_Size_Chart_Conversion\" title=\"Sock Size Chart Conversion&nbsp;\">Sock Size Chart Conversion&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/soxy.com\/blogs\/sock-size-chart\/#Sock_Length_Guide\" title=\"Sock Length Guide\">Sock Length Guide<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Determine_Sock_Size\"><\/span><strong>How to Determine Sock Size&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A sock size chart can be confusing, making you want to avoid it all together. That runs the risk of purchasing socks that are too loose or end up squeezing your feet. So we\u2019ll break down how a sock size chart works, so that you never have to return a pair ever again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the interest of simplicity, most of this guide will deal with standard US sock sizes. We do want to help as many readers as possible, however, so you\u2019ll also find a useful section on sock size conversions, for sizing schemes across the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An important note on US sock sizes: they do resemble their shoe size counterpart,&nbsp;<em>but<\/em>, sock sizes are entirely based on&nbsp;<strong>foot length in inches<\/strong>. The length of your foot in inches \u2014from the heel to the tip of your toe\u2014is what actually determines your sock size.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So when you see socks labelled \u201csock size 9-11\u201d or \u201csock size 10-13\u201d, just note that this is in reference to your foot length in inches,&nbsp;<em>not<\/em>&nbsp;your shoe size. Whether you\u2019re buying men\u2019s, women\u2019s, or kid\u2019s socks, the foundation for finding the right size is to&nbsp;<strong>first measure your foot length<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sock_Sizing_Guide\"><\/span><strong>Sock Sizing Guide&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll give a run down of how to determine your sock size in each category. Sock size is mostly predicated by foot length, though there are a few distinctions (life is never as easy as you want it to be).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Women\u2019s Sock Sizes&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the perfect fit for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/womens-socks\">women\u2019s socks<\/a>&nbsp;is rather simple. Once you\u2019ve determined your foot length, you can ideally place yourself within one of the ranges that women\u2019s socks are typically offered in (ex. sock size 9-11).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re without a measuring tape, or the idea of measuring your feet is strange, you can also determine your sock size based solely on shoe size. If your shoe size lies anywhere between 5 and 10, for instance, you should have no issues wearing a sock size 9-11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wear larger than size 10 shoes, it may be worth wearing a men\u2019s pair of socks. Men\u2019s socks are not all that different compared to women\u2019s\u2014certainly not in a practical sense. With such an array of stores to shop at on the world wide web, you\u2019ll always find a pattern or style you like,&nbsp;<em>whether or not they\u2019re specified for men or women<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Men\u2019s Sock Sizes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Never fear, guys, determining sock size is just as easy for you. Foot length in inches is the key here, so figure that out before you start online shopping.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/mens-socks\">Men\u2019s socks<\/a>&nbsp;are typically sold under the label \u201csock size 10-13\u201d. Just to be clear (again), this is in no way a reflection of your shoe size. If your shoe size is anywhere in the range of 8-12.5, then you should have no problem buying a 10-13 pair of socks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Adult Sock Size Chart<\/strong><strong>Sock Size<\/strong><strong>US Women\u2019s Shoe Size<\/strong><strong>US Men\u2019s Shoe Size<\/strong>9-115-104-7.510-1310.5-138-12.514+14+13+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Kids Sock Sizes&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids socks can get a little more difficult compared to adults, since there\u2019s no one universal size for children in certain age groups. Parents, you already know children are a handful, so just add their sock sizes onto the list of grievances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids grow tremendously throughout their transition into adolescence and adulthood. They shoot up like weeds. Especially young children, who seem to grow right before your eyes. You&#8217;ll find just one sock size chart for kids below, but&nbsp;keep in mind the three sizing categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Baby socks&nbsp;<\/li><li>Toddler socks&nbsp;<\/li><li>Boys socks and girls socks<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Baby socks, ie. the cutest pieces of clothing ever, are meant for children&nbsp;<strong>no older than 1 year<\/strong>. It\u2019s recommended, considering the rate of growth, to go a size up. Even if the socks are&nbsp;too big, your baby will grow out of them soon enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Toddler socks are typically reserved for children&nbsp;<strong>between ages 1 and 3<\/strong>. These socks will generally accommodate your kids if their shoe size ranges between 4 and 7. If you\u2019ve got an exceptional grower on your hands, you may want to consider going up into the kids sizes for any child with a shoe size 8 or more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boys and girls socks are essentially the same, barring any aesthetic differences. Age and shoe size play an integral role in determining the right sock size for children.&nbsp;If your kids are beginning to outgrow this category of socks, you can bump them up to a women\u2019s size. This works for boys too, who may not have feet large enough to fit men\u2019s socks, but have outgrown kids socks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no need to throw away your kids&#8217; socks after they outgrow them\u2014you can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/blogs\/guide\/what-to-do-with-old-socks\">repurpose socks<\/a>&nbsp;into toys, mug holders, headbands, and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>&nbsp;Kids Sock Size Chart<\/strong><strong>Age&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>US Shoe Size&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>US Sock Size&nbsp;<\/strong>0-6 Months&nbsp;0-2.5&nbsp;3-4&nbsp;6-12 Months&nbsp;1-5.5&nbsp;4-5.5&nbsp;12-24 Months&nbsp;5-9.5&nbsp;5-6.5&nbsp;2-4 Years&nbsp;9-12&nbsp;6-7.5&nbsp;3-7 Years&nbsp;11-4&nbsp;7-8.5&nbsp;5-10 Years&nbsp;2.5-6&nbsp;8-9.5&nbsp;9-Adult&nbsp;5.5-10&nbsp;9-11&nbsp;10-Adult&nbsp;6-12&nbsp;10-13&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sock_Size_Chart_Conversion\"><\/span><strong>Sock Size Chart Conversion&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UK shoe sizes are determined using math similar to that of the US and Canada. The only difference is that UK shoe sizes start at 0, not 1. There\u2019s also no distinction between men\u2019s and women\u2019s sizes. If you use the UK\u2019s shoe size metrics, you can easily determine your corresponding US shoe size with simple addition:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Men add 0.5-1 to their UK shoe size to determine their US men\u2019s shoe size (UK 6-6.5 = US Men\u2019s 7)<\/li><li>Women add 2-2.5 to their UK shoe size to determine their US women\u2019s shoe size (UK 6-6.5 = US Women\u2019s 9)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The arithmetic when it comes to Euro sizes isn\u2019t quite as concise, so to save your brain the trouble: we\u2019ll give you a conversion table, which you can apply to the sock size chart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>US Women\u2019s to Euro Women\u2019s Shoe Size Conversion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>US Women\u2019s Shoe Size<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Euro Women\u2019s Shoe Size<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>36<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6<\/td><td>37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7<\/td><td>38<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8<\/td><td>39<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9<\/td><td>40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10<\/td><td>41-42<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11<\/td><td>43<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12<\/td><td>44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>13<\/td><td>45<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>US Men\u2019s to Euro Men\u2019s Shoe Size Conversion&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>US Men\u2019s Shoe Size<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Euro Men\u2019s Shoe Size<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7<\/td><td>40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8<\/td><td>41<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9<\/td><td>42<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10<\/td><td>43\/44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11<\/td><td>44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12<\/td><td>46<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>13<\/td><td>47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14<\/td><td>48<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>15<\/td><td>49<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>16<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to do the same with your Australian shoe size, it\u2019s relatively similar to the UK shoe size formula. In general, because this is no exact science: an Australian men\u2019s shoe size is about half a size smaller than its US men\u2019s counterpart. While the Australian women\u2019s shoe size is about 1 and half sizes smaller than its US women\u2019s equivalent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the tables set out here, you can easily determine your US men\u2019s or women\u2019s shoe size, at which point you\u2019ll be able to use the sock size chart to pairs that fit perfectly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sock_Length_Guide\"><\/span><strong>Sock Length Guide<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Socks come in a variety of lengths, each having their own styles and designed for different functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>1. No Show Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/no-show-socks\">No show socks<\/a>&nbsp;only reach part way up the foot. This length is meant to be invisible, or minimally visible, while wearing shoes. No show socks are used in athletics, affording temperature regulation and optimal mobility. They\u2019re also common in fashion, as they allow more emphasis to be placed on an outfit. No show socks often feature antimicrobial and moisture-wicking properties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>2. Ankle Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These socks are an expression of their name, only reaching your ankles.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/ankle-socks\">Ankle socks<\/a>&nbsp;are often used in athletics, as they provide breathing room to the legs and feet. Ankle socks pair well with any ensemble, due to their subtlety. Ankle socks are lightweight; you can wear them comfortably with casual or formal attire.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>3. Micro-Crew Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Micro-crew socks are longer than an ankle sock but shorter than regular crew socks. They end above the ankle and below the mid-calf. They pair well with mid or high top shoes and help to prevent chafing from occurring around your ankles. Micro-crew socks are most commonly worn during hiking. They protect your ankles from sharp objects like rocks and plants and those pesky mosquito bites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>4. Crew Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/crew-socks\">Crew socks<\/a>&nbsp;are cut between ankle and mid-calf length, typically ending under the calf muscle. This cut is most often used in casual socks, though athletic socks and dress socks also come in this length. Crew socks are the most common length and pair well with any boot or shoe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>5. Quarter Length Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/quarter-socks\">Quarter socks<\/a>&nbsp;length generally sits atop the middle of your ankle bone, meaning its slightly visible above the heel collar of your shoe. Quarter length socks are sometimes called the short crew, as they\u2019re longer than ankle socks and shorter than the typical crew. Quarter length socks are useful if you\u2019re wearing mid or high shoes and you want to prevent chafing around your ankles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>6. Mid-Calf Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mid-calf, or trouser socks, are cut a few inches below the knee. They\u2019re a popular style for day-to-day wear. Along with knee high, mid-calf is a common length for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/mens-dress-socks\">men\u2019s dress socks<\/a>. Mid-calf socks are a winter go-to, along with knee highs, as they offer more coverage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>7. Knee High Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soxy.com\/collections\/knee-high-socks\">Knee high<\/a>, or over the calf socks run the length of your legs to just below the kneecaps. They\u2019re ideal for keeping your legs warm, pairing well with boots, dress shoes, and running shoes on brisk morning jogs. For women, knee high socks can also be an attractive complement to a skirt. Knee length socks generally feature stay-up technology to prevent them from rolling down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>8.&nbsp;<strong>Thigh High Socks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as over-the-knee socks or O.T.K., this length is paired with skirts, shorts, dresses or longer tops. Thigh highs can be a suitable alternative to wear during the colder months, since they cover much of the leg. Expect the elastic around the cuff to be tight since it\u2019s working to hold up more material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigating your way through sock sizes and lengths can be difficult if you\u2019re not prepared with the right information\u2014now that you are, a sock size chart will never confuse you again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How to Determine Sock Size&nbsp;Sock Sizing Guide&nbsp;Sock Size Chart Conversion&nbsp;Sock Length Guide How to Determine Sock Size&nbsp; A sock size chart can be confusing, making you want to avoid it all together. That runs the risk of purchasing socks that are too loose or end up squeezing your feet. 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