How Shoe Sizes are Measured

Quality, comfort, and fit are very important to SAS, which is why we always recommend being professionally fitted at one of our SAS retail stores whenever possible. Our in-store fittings include the use of the Brannock Device to get an indication of proper size. A shoe is not truly ‘fitted’ until it is placed on the foot, but the fitting process can begin with this device. Size is first measured heel to toe, then the arch measurement is taken from ball to heel and width measurement is indicated on the outer side of the foot. Both feet are measured and a variety of sizes and widths may be recommended to try before making a final selection.

Selecting a Size Online

While a professional fitting is ideal, we do realize that our customers may need to make a purchase decision online. For this reason, we have provided guidelines to help make a size selection based on standard sizing.

In the US & Canada, women’s and men’s foot lengths are measured in thirds of an inch with half sizes add an additional sixth of an inch. SAS Women’s sizes begin at size 4 and run through size 13. SAS Men’s sizes begin at size 6 and run through size 16.