What is the standard shoe size conversion chart ebay makes available to sellers? Seller claims US 7.5/8.5 is EUR 39/40 which is WAY off.

[alexjordan37]

Does the shoe size conversion chart ebay makes available to sellers indicate US 7.5/8.5 is equivalent to EUR 39/40? My item is 2 sizes too big.

[reallynicestamps]

There are no standard shoe sizes in North America. Each manufacturer makes his own decisions about what measurements he will use for each size.

Your best bet is to ask a seller before buying for the length of the shoe and the width at the ball. In centimeters, or even millimeters, for accuracy.

In this case, explain to the seller that the shoes are unwearable, and that you want to return them. No recriminations. She gave the size she saw and you did not ask for further measurements.

You will need to return the shoes with Delivery Confirmation.

If the seller is in Europe, this could get pricey since ExpressPost International starts around $40.

You may find your best bet is to accept that there was an error and resell the shoes on eBay--- with very exact measurements.

[pjcdn2005]

Ebay doesn't issue a standard size charge because as mentioned, not all shoe companies have the same sizing.

You can probably google the name brand of the shoes and see if they have a U.S./European conversion chart on their site.