How to Measure Your Feet for the Perfect Fit: A Comprehensive Guide
Hark, noble reader! Ensuring that your medieval moccasins fit perfectly is essential for comfort and support. Follow these detailed instructions to measure your feet accurately and secure the ideal fit for your shoes, whether they be low, high, or above the ankle.
Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Your Feet
- Gather Your Materials:
– A piece of paper large enough to fit your foot.
– A pen or pencil.
– A measuring stick or ruler.
– A friend
- Preparing to Measure:
– Stand barefoot on the paper with your weight evenly distributed on both feet. It’s best to have someone assist you to ensure accuracy.
– Avoid looking down during the process, as this may cause you to shift your weight and distort the tracing.
- Tracing Your Feet:
– Have your friend trace the outline of each foot, holding the pen or pencil straight up and down to avoid inaccuracies.
– Draw a perpendicular box around each foot tracing, ensuring the lines are straight and the corners true.
- Measuring the Box:
– Measure the length from the tip of your longest toe to the heel, and the width at the widest part of your foot.
– Clearly label the lengths in inches on the paper.
- Choosing the Right Size:
– Compare your measurements to the size chart provided. Keep in mind that our supple leathers will stretch slightly over time, so a snug fit is ideal for maintaining support.
Important Considerations
– Do not measure your feet while sitting, as this does not account for the natural spread of your feet when standing.
– Avoid using a thick or oversized pen, as this can alter the accuracy of the tracing.
– Ensure both feet are traced and measured, as feet can differ in size.
If any questions arise, please email your tracings to Medieval Moccasins, ensuring all measurements are clearly labeled. For those requiring custom patterns, it is necessary to mail physical copies of your tracings.
Sizing Details and Recommendations
Our sizing is unisex, without half sizes, as our shoes are highly adjustable and designed to fit snugly. Generally, our shoes align closely with women’s commercial sizes or slightly larger. If you typically wear a half size or a men’s size, it is recommended to order the next size up.
Orthotic Inserts:
– If additional support is needed, consider our above-the-ankle styles, which can accommodate orthotic inserts. Use three-quarter length orthotics to avoid interference with the shoe’s shape.
– For those who prefer lower styles, ensure your orthotic is not too thick to prevent it from lifting your foot out of the shoe. If using cushioning or gel inserts, cut them down to be slightly smaller than the medieval moccasin’s sole to avoid stretching the heel.
Standard Size Chart:
Adult Sizes:
– Size 2: 7 5/8 inches
– Size 3: 7 7/8 inches
– Size 4: 8 1/8 inches
– Size 5: 8 1/2 inches
– Size 6: 8 7/8 inches
– Size 7: 9 1/8 inches
– Size 8: 9 1/2 inches
– Size 9: 9 7/8 inches
– Size 10: 10 1/4 inches
– Size 11: 10 1/2 inches
– Size 12: 11 1/8 inches
– Size 13: 11 5/8 inches
– Size 14: 12 inches
Children’s Sizes:
– Size 4: 4 7/8 inches
– Size 5: 5 1/8 inches
– Size 6: 5 3/8 inches
– Size 7: 5 5/8 inches
– Size 8: 6 inches
– Size 9: 6 3/8 inches
– Size 10: 6 5/8 inches
– Size 11: 7 inches
– Size 12: 7 3/8 inches
Since our medieval moccasins are adjustable, width is usually not a concern. Do not select a larger size to accommodate a wide foot unless you typically require wide commercial shoes. Including foot measurements with your order is always wise to ensure a perfect fit.
Measuring for Custom Tall Boots
For those desiring our tall boots, additional measurements are required:
– Length from below the knee to the floor (measured at the crease behind the knee).
– Circumference below the knee.
– Length from the widest part of the calf to the floor.
– Circumference of the widest part of the calf.
– Length from under the calf to the floor.
– Circumference under the calf.
– Length from ankle to floor.
– Circumference of the ankle.
Include these measurements in the comments box or email them separately when placing your order. Accuracy is paramount, as custom boots have a non-returnable restocking fee of 35%.
Tips for Accurate Leg Measurements:
– Have someone else take your measurements to avoid distortion.
– Use the same height measurements for both legs, providing corresponding circumferences.
– Measure from the crease behind the knee for below-knee height.
– Move the tape measure for each height rather than subtracting inches.
– Ensure the tape measure hugs the curve of the leg for precise measurements.
These measurements will create a “cone” shape reflecting your leg’s form, enabling us to craft boots tailored to your specifications.
Final Thoughts
By following these steps, you can ensure a perfect fit for your medieval moccasins or boots. Accurate measurements are key to enjoying the full comfort and support of our finely crafted footwear. Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us for guidance. Step forth with confidence and comfort, knowing your feet are well-fitted and stylishly adorned. At Medieval Moccasins, we want everyone to feel welcome at our shops and communicating with us. Reach out to us at [email protected] with thou hast any questions! For more resource and information about sizing, check out these articles:
- Understanding Wide Feet: A Guide to Measurement, Challenges, and Solutions
- Sizing, Tracing, & Measuring Thy Feet
