Converse Kids Shoe Size Chart [Chuck Taylor All Star Guide]
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers are iconic but notoriously run a half-size to a full size larger than standard sneakers. In children's sizing, parents frequently find that ordering a half-size down from their child's measured sneaker size provides the best fit.
Overall Fit
Runs Large
Runs ~0.5 size larger than standard
Width Tendency
Narrow
Non-stretching canvas upper
Recommended Action
Size Down 0.5
Especially for slender feet
Converse Kids Official Size Chart
Chuck Taylor Classic Last| US Kids Size | Category | UK Size | EU Size | Foot Length (CM) | Inches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0C | Newborn (0–6 weeks) | 0 | 15 | 7.6 cm | 2.99" |
| 1C | 0–3 months | 0.5 | 16 | 8.5 cm | 3.35" |
| 2C | 3–6 months | 1 | 17 | 9.2 cm | 3.62" |
| 3C | 6–9 months | 2 | 18 | 10.0 cm | 3.94" |
| 3.5C | 8–10 months | 2.5 | 18.5 | 10.4 cm | 4.09" |
| 4C | 9–12 months | 3 | 19 | 10.8 cm | 4.25" |
| 4.5C | 10–12 months | 3.5 | 19.5 | 11.2 cm | 4.41" |
| 5C | 12–15 months | 4 | 20 | 11.6 cm | 4.57" |
| 5.5C | 13–15 months | 4.5 | 21 | 12.0 cm | 4.72" |
| 6C | 15–18 months | 5 | 22 | 12.5 cm | 4.92" |
| 6.5C | 16–18 months | 5.5 | 22.5 | 12.9 cm | 5.08" |
| 7C | 1.5–2 years | 6 | 23 | 13.3 cm | 5.24" |
| 7.5C | 19–24 months | 6.5 | 23.5 | 13.7 cm | 5.39" |
| 8C | 2–2.5 years | 7 | 24 | 14.1 cm | 5.55" |
| 8.5C | 2–2.5 years | 7.5 | 25 | 14.5 cm | 5.71" |
| 9C | 2.5–3 years | 8 | 25.5 | 14.9 cm | 5.87" |
| 9.5C | 2.5–3 years | 8.5 | 26 | 15.3 cm | 6.02" |
| 10C | 3–3.5 years | 9 | 27 | 15.7 cm | 6.18" |
| 10.5C | 3–3.5 years | 9.5 | 27.5 | 16.1 cm | 6.34" |
| 11C | 3.5–4 years | 10 | 28 | 16.5 cm | 6.50" |
| 11.5C | 3.5–4.5 years | 10.5 | 28.5 | 17.0 cm | 6.69" |
| 12C | 4–5 years | 11 | 29 | 17.4 cm | 6.85" |
| 12.5C | 4.5–5.5 years | 11.5 | 30 | 17.8 cm | 7.01" |
| 13C | 5–6 years | 12 | 31 | 18.2 cm | 7.17" |
| 13.5C | 5.5–6 years | 12.5 | 31.5 | 18.7 cm | 7.36" |
| 1Y | 6–7 years | 13 | 32 | 19.1 cm | 7.52" |
| 1.5Y | 6.5–7 years | 13.5 | 33 | 19.5 cm | 7.68" |
| 2Y | 7–7.5 years | 1 | 33.5 | 20.0 cm | 7.87" |
| 2.5Y | 7.5–8 years | 1.5 | 34 | 20.4 cm | 8.03" |
| 3Y | 8–8.5 years | 2 | 35 | 20.8 cm | 8.19" |
| 3.5Y | 8.5–9 years | 2.5 | 35.5 | 21.3 cm | 8.39" |
| 4Y | 9–9.5 years | 3 | 36 | 21.7 cm | 8.54" |
| 4.5Y | 9.5–10 years | 3.5 | 36.5 | 22.1 cm | 8.70" |
| 5Y | 10–10.5 years | 4 | 37.5 | 22.6 cm | 8.90" |
| 5.5Y | 10.5–11 years | 4.5 | 38 | 23.0 cm | 9.06" |
| 6Y | 11–11.5 years | 5 | 38.5 | 23.5 cm | 9.25" |
| 6.5Y | 11.5–12 years | 5.5 | 39 | 23.9 cm | 9.41" |
| 7Y | 12+ years | 6 | 40 | 24.5 cm | 9.65" |
Key Converse Sizing & Fitting Rules
- ✓ The classic canvas upper provides zero lateral stretch; ensure the shoe is not too narrow across the ball of the foot.
- ✓ Look for the 'Chuck Taylor Easy-On' models featuring velcro closures and padded collars for toddlers and kindergarteners.
- ✓ If choosing between two sizes, consult the centimeter measurement rather than relying solely on the US size number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful fit allowances, measuring wisdom, and sizing advice for parents.
Do Converse Chuck Taylors run big for kids?
Yes. Classic Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneakers notoriously run approximately a half-size large. If your child measures a US 10C in Nike or standard sneakers, a US 9.5C or 10C in Converse will usually fit best.
Do Converse kids shoes have arch support?
Classic Chuck Taylor All Stars have very flat, zero-drop canvas soles with minimal arch support. For toddlers and preschoolers, newer lines (like Chuck Taylor All Star Move or Chuck 70) feature SmartFOAM or molded EVA insoles with improved cushioning.
What are Converse 'Easy-On' kids sneakers?
Easy-On Converse sneakers feature dual hook-and-loop velcro straps, elastic laces, or pull tabs, making them much easier for toddlers and kindergarteners to put on independently without tying laces.
Can women wear Converse Big Kid sizes?
Yes. Converse Big Kid (Youth) sizes 3.5Y to 7Y convert to women's sizes by adding 1.5 to 2 sizes depending on individual foot width.