Converse Sizing: How Do They Fit?

An absolute staple in sneaker collections across the world, the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star. outshines nearly every other lifestyle sneaker to secure its place as a must-have shoe. A staple since the 1920s, the sizing of Converse sneakers has evolved over the years. The classic Converse All Star is a sneaker available in many different styles, meaning finding the perfect fit for your Converse can be tricky. We get sent questions everyday asking, do Converse run big or small? Will Converse stretch? Do Converse Chuck 70s fit different to Converse All Stars?

To answer all these questions, we’ve put together the definitive Converse Size Guide with everything you need to know about how Converse fit, what size you should cop and whether they run big or small. This is everything you need to know about Converse Chuck Taylor sizing!

So, if you want to know what size Converse to cop next time you're buying online, keep scrolling!

Generally speaking, Converse fit bigger than your average shoe. According to the brand's own website, most models fit around half a size larger, however, certain people recommend sizing down a full size.

It is worth noting however the narrowness of some of Converse's silhouettes. If you are someone with wider feet, sizing down a full size might mean that your feet feel restricted and uncomfortable.

Truthfully speaking, this all depends on the shape of your foot, so it will vary on the individual. Many users online do report discomfort when wearing Converse for extended amounts of time. This is likely due to the lack of cushioning and arch support from the flat sole. If your feet are prone to discomfort, Converse might not be the shoe for you, unless you add an insole.

With that said, while Converse are not recommended for most exercises, certain silhouettes have found favour among the weightlifting community due to the flat soles making them good for certain lifts. Just don't go running in them.

Like the majority of shoes, Converse will stretch over time. However, with many of them being made from canvas uppers, they won't give way that much. Other models that are made from leather and different materials are more prone to stretching over time.

It's also worth noting that the vast majority of Converse models arrive with a signature rubber toe box. This means this area will not stretch, but on the plus side, it won't crease either.

Converse will always remain stylish. Amidst the ebb and flow of fashion trends, Converse has stayed true to its origins and continues to put out some of the best casual footwear on the market. No matter your style or dress sense, there's truly room for a pair of Converse in any footwear rotation.

Originally designed in the '20s as a functional basketball shoe, the Converse All Star "Chuck Taylor" has rich history, loyal following and world-famous evolution. Walking the path from sports shoe to lifestyle fashion shoe, the Converse hi-top is so iconic, you'd be able to pick the silhouette out of a line-up even if it were completely devoid of all branding.

Boasting collabs with world-famous fashion houses like COMME des GARCONS, Off-White, JW Anderson and Missoni, this sneaker's impact on the fashion world paved the way for other sports shoes to follow the same path.

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