Converse sneakers can cause some confusion with their sizing scheme, so it is best to know your exact foot length measurements before trying to figure out the right size.
PLEASE NOTE! If you are planning to purchase the iconic Chuck Taylor All Star or the Chuck 70 sneakers (both Low and High), go down 0.5 US size (for both men and women) from your normal shoe size.
Example:
| Regular US size | Regular Converse size | Converse Chuck Taylor size | |
| Men | 9 | 9 | 8.5 |
| Women | 7 | 7 | 6.5 |
Other popular silhouettes like the Run Star Hike follow the brand's regular sizing (a.k.a. your normal sneaker size).
The table below shows Converse's standard sizing scheme:
Converse men's and women's size chart
Converse sizing vs. Nike and Vans
When shopping for a pair of Converse sneakers, people often consider kicks from Vans and Nike as well. This comparison table will help you understand the size differences between these brands.
| MM | Converse (regular) | Converse (Chucks) | Vans | Nike |
| Men's US sizes | ||||
| 260 | 8 | 7.5 | 8 | 8 |
| 270 | 9 | 8.5 | 9 | 9 |
| 280 | 10 | 9.5 | 10 | 10 |
| Women's US sizes | ||||
| 230 | 6.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 6 |
| 240 | 7.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7 |
| 250 | 8.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 8 |
How should Converse shoes fit
Made of stiff and robust materials like canvas and rubber, Converse sneakers are meant to feel a bit tight at first. However, there should still be about a thumbnail’s width space in front of your toes and no pinching on the sides.
Converse shoes don’t exactly stretch out with time, but their components do lose the original stiffness and conform better to the foot.
Long-time fans claim that it takes 2 weeks for Converse shoes to feel broken in.
It is NOT recommended to wear a newly bought pair for a long period of time as it tends to cause chafing and blisters. Wear thick socks with a pair of new Converse shoes around the house for about an hour a day until you feel that it has become more pliable.
Have trouble measuring your feet right now? Grab a sneaker from another brand that fits you well and find out which size you should get in Converse using the tool below (if you’re getting Chuck Taylor/All Star, remember to additionally subtract 0.5 US size).
