What is a wide shoe size?

For men, a 2E is considered a Wide shoe, while a 4E or larger will be considered Extra Wide. For women, a 2E or larger is considered an Extra Wide shoe. Some shoes are available in sizes larger than 10E, which is more common for diabetic shoes.

How do I know if my shoe size is wide?

If you find that you frequently try on shoes that are supposed to be your size, but they feel really tight when you walk around the store, then it’s likely that your feet are actually a wide width. The next time you are at a shoe store, ask for a professional to measure both the length AND width of your feet.

What is D or EE for shoe width?

Boots are typically available in 6 widths: B (extra narrow), C (narrow), D (regular), E (wide), EE (extra wide), and EEE (triple wide). We suggest ordering your boots according to the size chart above. First, measure the length of your foot to find your base size.

Do you size down in a wide shoe?

In this way, it’s perhaps most accurate to think of width as “fittings.” Size up a width, and the circumference at the ball of the shoe increases, thus increasing volume. Size down a width, and the circumference shrinks, thus decreasing volume.