Shoe sizes
EU shoe size 42 worldwide
European shoe size 42 is US 9 in men's shoes, US 10.5 in women's shoes and UK 8. It fits a foot length of about 26.5 cm (Japan / Mondopoint 26.5).
EU shoe size 42 in every sizing system
| EUEurope (Germany, France, Italy, Spain …) | 42 |
|---|---|
| UKUnited Kingdom | 8 |
| US MenUnited States, men's shoes | 9 |
| US WomenUnited States, women's shoes | 10.5 |
| cm / JPFoot length in cm (≈ Japan, Mondopoint) | 26.5 |
Will EU shoe size 42 actually fit?
If your foot is longer than 26.5 cm or you wear thick socks, choose EU 43. If your foot is no longer than 26 cm, EU 41 fits.
Your own measurements are the safest guide: here is how to measure – then the calculator's “From measurements” mode suggests the size that fits.
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Questions about EU shoe size 42
What is EU shoe size 42 in US sizes?
EU 42 is US 9 for men and US 10.5 for women. Women's US sizes run about 1.5 numbers above men's.
What is EU 42 in UK shoe sizes?
EU 42 is UK 8.
How long is a foot in EU size 42?
About 26.5 cm. Measure your feet in the evening and use the longer one.
Does EU size 42 fit the same in every brand?
No. Brands differ by up to a full size, and running shoes often run small. Compare your foot length with the brand's own chart.