Are Converse true to size? Even if you know your own shoe size, sometimes when you've bought a new pair of sneakers they unfortunately don't fit right. So we're going to take a look at the different Converse sneakers available and make sure we find the right size for you.
How to determine your own shoe size
First of all, it is important to determine your own shoe size. When you order sneakers online, it is not as easy as when you walk into a shoe shop and can try on the shoe on the spot.
Here is what you need to measure your own shoe size:
- 2 sheets of A4 paper
- A pencil
- A ruler
How to calculate the dimensions of your foot:
Take a sheet of paper and the pencil, choose a wall you can stand upright against, and put your heel all the way up against it. It is best to put on the socks you will also wear in your new shoes. Secure the sheet of paper to the floor with tape or your weight and stand on it with your heel against the wall. It is best to ask someone to draw around your foot with the pencil. Once you have a nice outline, grab a ruler and measure the distance from the heel to the tip of your big toe. Record this result in centimetres.
Repeat this process on your other foot too. It may sound duplicate, but for many people, the sizes differ from one foot to another. Then take the largest foot as a reference to determine your shoe size using the appropriate table. Remember that information from different manufacturers may differ and therefore you should always follow their size charts.
The Sizing Guide for Converse
Converse Chuck 70
The Converse Chuck 70 is one of the most popular and widely worn trainers in the Converse collection. It pays homage to its origins and combines classic details and modern comfort.
Both the high-top and low-top Chuck 70 come out large. When ordering, we therefore recommend half a size smaller.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star
Around for over 100 years, but with a design that's remained largely the same, the OG basketball shoe Converse Chuck Taylor All Star has become the favourite sneaker model of many artists and musicians.
The Chuck Taylor All Star fits big. Therefore, we recommend taking both the high-top and low-top half a size smaller.
Converse One Star
In 1974, Converse introduced a low-top suede version of the Chuck Taylor All Star: the One Star. The name reflects the simple but vibrant change in style, namely the single star on the outside of the sneaker.
The Converse One Star fits true to size. So you can stick to your own size when ordering.
Converse Jack Purcell
The Converse Jack Purcell gets its name from its designer, world badminton champion Jack Purcell. It is characterised by the ‘smile’ on the toebox and subtle style.
The model falls true to size, so you can stick to your own size when shopping.
Converse Run Star Hike
The Converse Run Star Hike is a surprising twist on the legendary Chucks. Namely, the model has an added chunky knurled rubber platform sole to the familiar Chuck Taylor upper.
The Run Star Hike also falls true to size. Therefore, choose your own size when shopping.
Converse Run Star Motion
Another playful, eye-catching sneaker is the Converse Run Star Motion. The shoe reflects the energy of the city and is made to move in.
When buying, you can stick to your own size, as the Run Star Motion falls true to size.
Converse Star Player
Designed in Italy, the Star Player 76 combines elements of Converse basketball sneakers. Through the iconic profile of Chucks, the classic brick sole pattern of the Pro Leather, this shoe brings authentic sports style to the everyday.
The Star Player 76 falls true to size, so choose your own size when ordering.
For more sizing guides for your favourite sneaker models, visit the Sneaker Sizing Guide page.
