How to measure foot length

1. Have your child stand barefoot on a sturdy piece of paper with the heel against the wall.
   
2. Draw a line at the tip of the longest toe.
   
3. Measure the distance from the wall to the line in centimeters.
   
4. Repeat this on the other foot, using the largest size.
   

💡 Tip: measure your feet at the end of the day, as they are often slightly larger then.

Enter the foot length in our Size Guide® on the product page

On each product page, you can enter your foot length in centimeters. Our system will then immediately display the correct shoe size based on the selected model.

• Fit – whole size down, half size down, normal, size up.
  
• Growing space – how much space is left, a lot, normal, a little.
  
• Width – extra narrow, narrow, normal, wide, extra wide.
  

What does 'growth space' mean?

• Plenty of room to grow : ideal if you want the shoe to last longer, for example at the start of the season.
  
• Normal : perfect fit without being too loose, good for immediate use.
  
• Little room for growth : suitable if your child is almost fully grown or if the shoe must fit tightly.
  

Helpful tips

• Always measure both feet: there is often a difference.
  
• Take socks or tights into account.
  
• Are you unsure between two sizes? Usually, choose the larger one, but pay attention to the growth allowance.
  

With this method, you can be sure that you choose children's shoes that are not only beautiful but also very comfortable, and you avoid having to place a more expensive order with multiple sizes.

• When is the best time to measure?
  Measure your feet at the end of the day when they are at their largest, ensuring a better fit.
• What if one foot is bigger?
  Use the size of the largest foot and try both shoes on properly.
• How much room should there be at the toes?
  There should be about a thumb's width (1cm) of space between the longest toe and the front of the shoe.
• Socks or bare feet?
  Always measure with a sock that is similar to what your child normally wears.

Toddlers and preschoolers can already use a firmer sole to further develop their muscles. Choose leather shoes throughout your child's development. Leather shoes prevent infections and provide the feet with more oxygen. Furthermore, leather conforms beautifully to the shape of the foot, allowing feet to develop beautifully and healthily. Our children's shoes are of high quality to support your child's growth.

Good baby shoes are essential for healthy foot development. Babies' feet are made up primarily of cartilage, so it's good to let children learning to walk around barefoot. This is easy indoors, but not outdoors, of course. Therefore, choose shoes that support the development of children's feet:

• When choosing outdoor shoes for babies, choose soft, leather shoes. Proper muscle development is important for babies, so the smaller the foot, the more flexible the sole.
• In addition, the foot needs good support at the back, this is called the counterfort;
• When little ones cannot walk yet, socks or baby booties are the best solution to keep their feet nice and warm.

At Maxime, you can find baby shoes from brands like Shoesme or Naturino . These are perfect for those first steps. Their flexibility allows the foot to develop properly, in the most natural way.

Determining the correct shoe size is crucial for ensuring children's shoes provide the support they need. Good quality and the right material are also essential for your child to run, jump, and climb optimally. At Maxime Schoenen, we have many fun, cool, and trendy children's shoes with the right support. But what is your child's exact shoe size? You can determine the correct shoe size by measuring their feet and then calculating the size. We'll give you helpful tips on measuring feet for the perfect baby and children's shoes!

Measuring baby feet and children's feet

To choose the best baby or children's shoes, it's important to determine the correct size. Shoes in the right size will fit your feet perfectly, providing optimal support. Measure your feet in centimeters and then determine the correct size using the size chart. Keep a piece of paper, a pen, and a ruler handy when measuring your shoe size:

• Place your child's foot on the paper and draw a line at the heel and the big toe. Measure from the heel to the longest tip of the toe;
• It's important that your baby or child is upright. So hold a baby while they're standing with their feet on the paper;
• Check carefully that your baby doesn't tuck in their toes. It's best to measure baby feet when they're asleep, when they're relaxed and not curled up.
• If you are between two sizes, take the larger size;
• The back of the heel always protrudes slightly, please take this into account;
• When determining the size, also note that babies and children's feet are often not the same size, so it is possible that one foot is slightly larger or smaller than the other!
  

Determining shoe size for babies and children

You can determine your child's shoe size with our handy foot sizer. Print out the foot sizer and use it regularly to track your child's growth, so they never wear shoes that are too small! Need help determining your child's shoe size? Then visit our shoe store in Maastricht . We're happy to help you determine their shoe size and can also advise you on the best children's shoes for every age!

Use your measured size to easily find well-fitting children's shoes in our online store. Filter by size, brand, or style and find the perfect pair in no time.
Prefer personalized advice? Visit our store in Maastricht for a comprehensive fitting analysis.