Converse trainers 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 trainers (be it Low or 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
Unisex Converse shoes
Please note that the majority of Converse trainers are offered in unisex sizes that look like this: "M9/W11" (men's and women's respectively).
According to the brand's official sizing scheme, there is a two-size difference between men's and women's US sizes. For example, men's US size 7 equals women's US size 9.
How Converse shoes fit
Made of stiff and robust materials like canvas and rubber, Converse trainers feel quite tight at first. They don’t exactly stretch out with time, but their components lose the original stiffness and conform better to the foot.
Long-time Converse wearers claim that it takes two weeks for these kicks to feel fully broken in.
So, when you first try on a pair of Chucks, make sure there is about a thumbnail’s width space in front of your toes. The sneaker is supposed to have a one-to-one fit but there should be no pinching or cramping on the sides.
You can measure your foot width in the widest part (where the ball of the foot is) and see if you can comfortably fit into Converse's standard width (measurements presented in millimetres):
| Toebox width in the widest area | Toebox width at the big toe | |
| Converse Chuck 70 Low Top | 99.7 | 63.7 |
| Converse Chuck 70 High Top | 100.1 | 66.5 |
| Average sneaker | 99.0 | 74.7 |
We do NOT recommend wearing 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.
Check out our in-depth lab reviews for more detailed information on the fit and sizing of various Converse trainers. We measure the toebox dimensions of each shoe and even cut it open to measure the internal length with a calliper.
Wide widths in Converse
Most popular silhouettes from Converse (including Chucks) are now available in both standard and wide widths. Considering how narrow and tapered the toeboxes of these trainers are, you may want to opt for the wider width even if you have medium feet.
Converse sizing vs. Nike and Vans
When shopping for a pair of Converse trainers, 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 | 6.5 |
| 240 | 7.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| 250 | 8.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 8.5 |
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).
