What gal doesn't love shoes? When you discover the endless and unique designs in vintage footwear you might be surprised! But getting a good fit is very important. We all know that just because a shoe is labeled a certain size..It still might not fit us when the package arrives on our doorstep, but what about vintage shoes that have No size marked at all?? Even trickier?....Not at all! Just follow these easy measuring tips.
Find a pair of shoes that you already own and that
fit you well....try and find a pair in a similar style to what your
looking to purchase. Using a soft, flexible, cloth tape measure; measure
the INSIDE of the shoe heel to toe, keeping the tape measure flat
against the insole hugging the arch. This is your *length*, do the same
at the widest point at the ball of the foot INSIDE! and this is your
*width*. When shopping online for vintage shoes most sellers know the
basic shoe fit guidelines and will provide these basic measurements for
the buyer. But be sure to ask if the measurements given were taken on the
inside of the shoe...not the outside! Then just compare the measurements... Knowing your *vintage* size will insure you get a great
fit every time!
