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Should shoe size and socks size be the same?
In the US, a numerical sock size is essentially how long your foot is in inches. This means that a sock size labeled 9-11 is often not a shoe size, but rather how long your foot is in inches. For example, a women’s size 7 shoe is about 9 5/16 inches, so it would fit that size sock no problem.
Is it better to size up or down in socks?
From heel to toe, your socks should be about one inch shorter than the length of your foot. But of course, not everybody fits perfectly in the available sizes. If you’re somewhere in between, we recommend going up to a bigger size.
How do you know what size sock you wear?
The length of your foot in inches —from the heel to the tip of your toe—is what actually determines your sock size. So when you see socks labelled “sock size 9-11” or “sock size 10-13”, just note that this is in reference to your foot length in inches, not your shoe size.
What size socks should I buy?
Size and Care
| Sock Size | US Men’s Shoe Size | US Women’s Shoe Size |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 4-6.5 | |
| Medium | 6-8.5 | 7-9.5 |
| Large | 9-12 | 10-13 |
| X-Large | 12.5-15.5 |
What is women’s sock size 9 11?
Women’s socks are typically listed on sock packaging as “Size 9-11.” This translates to a women’s U.S. shoe size of about 5-10. Men’s socks are typically listed on sock packaging as “Size 10-13.” This translates to a men’s U.S. shoe size of about 8-12.5.
What does one size mean in socks?
OS (One Size) means the product is only available in One Size from the supplier. As there is no standard size for what constitutes an OS product (or XL, for that matter), it is possible for some OS products to fit plus-sized folks.
What do you do if your socks are too big?
Shrinking Socks by Drying. Soak your socks. Getting your socks wet with warm or hot water before putting them in the dryer will help them react to the heat better and shrink more, faster! Set the dryer to the hottest setting for cotton or polyester socks.
What size socks should I buy for my foot size?
Buy extra-large socks for men’s US shoe sizes 12.5-15.5. These are the biggest socks available and fit the feet of the largest men. Choose these if you wear men’s shoes in this size range. If your feet are any bigger than this, some sock brands may offer 2XL socks.
Are US sock sizes the same as US shoe sizes?
US sock sizes mustn’t be confused with US shoe sizes. Sock sizes in the US are based entirely on the length of the foot in inches, while US shoe size is defined as three times the foot’s length in inches, minus 22 for men and 21 for women. You can learn more about shoe sizes by taking a look at our shoe size conversion calculator.
What is the difference between men’s and women’s socks?
Women’s socks are typically listed on sock packaging as “Size 9-11.”. This translates to a women’s U.S. shoe size of about 5-10. Men’s socks are typically listed on sock packaging as “Size 10-13.”. This translates to a men’s U.S. shoe size of about 8-12.5.
What do the numbers on kids’ socks mean?
Kids’ Socks are usually labeled with either shoe size, a alpha size (S-M-L) or a specific kids’ sock size (number between 0 and 12).