Sizing Guide
Vintage sizing follows the conventions of its era and origin not always today's standard. Here's how to find your true fit.
Why Vintage Sizing Differs
Unlike modern footwear built to standardized lasts, vintage pieces reflect the sizing conventions of the decade and country they were made in. A European 38 from the 1990s may sit differently than a European 38 today and Japanese-market sizing, common across much of our collection, follows its own logic entirely.
This guide is a starting point. Every listing includes the item's specific measurements, and we always encourage reaching out before you buy.
Women's Size Conversion
| US | UK | EU | JP (CM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 35–36 | 22 |
| 6 | 4 | 36–37 | 23 |
| 7 | 5 | 37–38 | 24 |
| 8 | 6 | 38–39 | 25 |
| 9 | 7 | 39–40 | 26 |
| 10 | 8 | 40–41 | 27 |
Most major luxury houses—Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga—use EU/French sizing. Vintage sizing may vary slightly depending on the brand and year of production.
A Few Things to Know Before You Buy
Measure, don't guess. If you have a Brannock device or can trace your foot on paper, your foot length in centimeters is the most reliable cross-reference especially against our JP sizing.
Heels run differently than flats. A sneaker that fits true to size may need a half-size up in a structured heel or boot, particularly in vintage construction.
Check the listing's specific measurements. Every pair in our collection is individually measured insole length, width and these numbers are more reliable than any general chart, vintage especially.
When in doubt, message us. We've handled enough of these pieces to give you a real answer, not just a chart-based guess.
Still Unsure of Your Fit?
Send us a message with the piece you're considering we'll help you get it right.