I’ve worn Converse Chucks for several years and in this article I use side-by-side photos to compare Converse Chuck Taylor sizing to the sizing of other popular brands. My conclusion is this: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sizing runs a half size bigger than normal shoe sizing. I recommend sizing Converse Chucks down a half size in comparison to your normal shoe size.
***UPDATE: Converse now has their own sizing tutorial to help you find the right fit based on your specific foot size. Click here to view the Converse sizing guide available at Converse.com (paid affiliate link takes you to Converse.com). This is the best place to start for Converse Chuck sizing along with checking out the comparison photos on this page.
When I started to compare Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sizing to other major brands, I found them to consistently run about a half size bigger than normal shoe sizing. This was true for both men and women’s Converse Chucks sizing.
For example, here is my men’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star shoe compared to Nike Air Max (both size 12):
And here is a women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star shoe compared to Nike Air Max (both size 7):
Converse Chucks do run a little narrow compared to many other types of shoes. For example, when I compare them directly to Crocs (which are well-known for having a wide, roomy toe box), you can see a difference in width. Here is my men’s Converse Chucks compared to Crocs (both size 12):
And here is women’s Converse Chucks sizing compared to Crocs (both size 7):
The main takeaway is you can expect Converse Chucks to run about a half size big regarding length, but also expect Converse Chucks to run a little narrow compared to normal shoe sizing. Yes, Converse Chucks are available in wide sizes. This is where you can jump ahead to read more about the width of Converse Chucks.
In this Converse Chucks sizing article I will directly compare the sizing of Converse Chuck Taylor All Star shoes to the sizing of other popular brands for both men and women. I would also suggest you used the Converse.com sizing tutorial linked in the next paragraph to help verify your sizing.
***Verify Your Size: Converse now has their own sizing tutorial to help you find the right fit based on your specific foot size. Click here to view the Converse Chucks sizing tutorial available at Converse.com (affiliate link takes you to Converse.com).
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sizing Photos for Men
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Dunk Sizing
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Blazer Sizing
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Converse One Star Sizing
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sizing vs Nike Air Max Excee
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Crocs Sizing
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Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Waffle One Sizing
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Air More Uptempo Sizing
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs K-Swiss Classic Sizing
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs New Balance 550 Sizing
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs New Balance 997H Sizing
***Verify Your Size: Converse now has their own sizing tutorial to help you find the right fit based on your specific foot size. Click here to view the Converse sizing tutorial available at Converse.com (affiliate link takes you to Converse.com). This is the best place to start for Converse Chuck sizing.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sizing Photos for Women
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Court Vision Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Dunk Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Jordan 1 Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Vans Era Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Asics Gel Kayano Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Reebok Club C Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Blazer Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs New Balance 574 Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Birkenstock Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sizing vs Nike Air Max 1
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Adidas Superstar Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Hey Dude Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Crocs Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs Nike Court Legacy Sizing
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sizing vs Nike Air Max Excee
Women’s Converse Chuck Taylor All Star vs K-Swiss Classic Sizing
Are Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars Wide or Narrow?
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sizing has a narrow design compared to many other types of popular shoes. However, there are a few important things to unpack to get a full understanding of how they fit regarding width:
- Upper Material – Yes, Converse Chucks fit narrow. However, the upper canvas material (despite being durable) is not stiff, and does conform to the shape of my foot. Still, if you have wide feet, you will likely need to order wide sizing. Are Converse Chucks available in wide sizes?
- Wide Sizing – Yes, Converse Chucks are available in wide sizing. To order wide Converse Chucks, you need to visit the the wide width page at Converse.com. This is where you can view wide sizing for Converse Chucks available at Converse.com (paid affiliate link takes you to Converse.com).
- Toe Box Depth – The depth of toe box on Converse Chucks sizing is a bit shallow compared to many other popular types of shoes. This can create a snug feeling for some, so adjust sizing if needed. I took photos comparing the depth of the Converse Chucks toe box versus other popular shoes, which are in the next section below.
Toe Box Depth
The toe box depth of Converse Chucks is a bit shallow compared to many types of shoes. For example, here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Nike Air Force 1:
Here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Nike Air Max:
Here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Crocs:
But there are also many types of popular shoes that have a similar toe box depth. For example, here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Nike Blazer:
And here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Vans:
Here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Nike Dunk:
Here is the toe box depth of my Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars compared to Reebok Club C:
The main takeaway is do not expect Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars to have a deep, roomy toe box.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Sizing Conclusion
Do Converse Chuck Taylors Run Big or Small?
After wearing the Converse Chucks for several years and comparing their sizing to other popular brands my conclusion is they consistently run bigger than other popular brands. They even run a little bit bigger than many other types of Converse shoes, although I did find the sizing for Converse Chucks to be very similar to the sizing of the Converse One Stars.
Ultimately, I would recommend sizing down the Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars a half size in order to match your normal shoe sizing. The fit is definitely looser than other popular casual shoes. It’s also important to understand that these shoes have a narrow design. If you have wide feet, it would be best to size down a half size, but also order wide sizing.
To read more about Converse shoes, visit our other resources linked here:
- How Do Converse Fit?
- Converse Jack Purcell Sizing
- Vans vs Converse shoe sizing
- How much Converse shoes weigh
- Nike Blazer vs Converse
Do Converse Chuck Taylors Fit Wide Feet?
Converse Chuck Taylors may be worn as a casual shoe in today’s society, but the history of this shoe is rooted in performance, and because of that, they have a snug, narrow width. If you have wide feet, it’s best to opt for wide sizing. Click here to view the Converse Chucks wide options available at Converse.com (paid affiliate link takes you to Converse.com).
Do Converse Chucks Stretch Out?
In my experience, yes, Converse Chucks do stretch out a little bit over time. The upper canvas material, despite being very durable, is not stiff and does conform to the shape of my foot. That said, don’t expect Converse Chucks to stretch enough to overcome incorrect sizing.
Converse Chuck Taylor Size Chart
As mentioned above, Converse Chuck Taylors run about a half size larger than your normal shoe size, so sizing down a half size when you buy Chucks is probably best. Again, Converse has a sizing chart that can help you find the right fit.
Click here to view the Converse Chuck Taylor sizing tutorial available at Converse.com (paid affiliate link takes you to Converse.com). I sized down a half size and my Converse Chucks fit comfortably.