SHEEPSKIN BOOT AND SLIPPER SIZE GUIDE
All of our boots and slippers are unisex. Most customers buy their usual shoe size. If you are between sizes I recommend choosing the bigger size.
These boots are slippers are designed around the natural shape of the foot with a wide toe box. This barefoot friendly design makes sure there’s plenty of space for your toes.
If you’re not sure and you want to measure your feet keep reading for instructions.
Bespoke patterns and extra wide fit is available on request, email Xanthe for more information.
MEASURE THE LENGTH OF YOUR FEET
Wearing your choice of thin socks, thick socks, or barefoot, stand on a hard, flat floor next to where it meets the wall. Place a piece of paper against the wall, make sure it stays level with the edge of the wall and doesn’t slip under the skirting board. Stand on the paper with the back of your foot lightly touching the wall. Place a heavy book at a 90 degree angle at the point where your longest toe ends. Using a sharp pencil mark where the book is. Repeat with your other foot.
Use a ruler to measure from the edge of the paper (your heel) to the tip of your longest toe. Measure in millimetres. Make a note of both measurements. Using the measurement from your longer foot check the table below to see which size will fit you best.
It is normal to have a slight difference between feet, If you have more than a whole size difference between your feet I can make you a pair of 2 different sizes. Email Xanthe to learn more about bespoke options.
If you are still not sure which size to choose, email Xanthe for advice, or consider a boot gift voucher if you are shopping for a present. It includes information and material samples all beautifully presented in a little box.
MEASURE THE WIDTH OF YOUR FEET
These sheepskin boots and slippers follow the natural shape of the foot. The wide toe box gives your toes plenty of space. You’ll have your own preferences when it comes to fit, so treat this guide as a starting point rather than a fixed rule.
Standard fits most people, from narrow to a slightly wide foot. See the chart below for the maximum recommended foot width. If your feet are wider than this maximum or close to it and you know you like a wide fit shoe, then get in touch by email to order an extra wide fit.
The Extra Wide fit is roomier overall for anyone with an extra wide foot who needs a broader footbed.
Measure the width at the widest point across your toes. As when measuring the length (see above) stand on a piece of paper with the side of your foot against the wall and place a heavy book on the other edge of your foot at the widest point. Mark with a pencil and measure the distance in millimetres. Using the measurement from your wider foot check the table below.
There’s a huge variety of foot shapes and sizes, it’s not just about how wide they are. Some feet are high volume all over, others are slim at the heel and only wide at the toes. The chart is a general guide, but comfort depends on more than width alone. If you’re unsure, I’m happy to help.
YOUR FEET ARE UNIQUE
Feet come in all shapes and sizes. If you need a high instep, wider leg, extra volume, or have feet of two different sizes, then I can make a bespoke pattern for you. Email Xanthe to find out more.
If you are nearby, you are welcome to visit the workshop to try on different sizes. Please make an appointment.