Compare Shoe Shapes ('Lasts') and Fit

Thomas Bird fits fairly true to size.  Not sure?  Please tell us what size and brands you normally wear and we'll be happy to help. Contact us.

Europe UK USA CM
39 6 7 24
40 6.5 7.5 25
41 7 8 26
42 8 9 27
43 9 10 28
44 10 11 29
45 11 12 29.5
46 12 13 30.5
47 12.5 13.5 31

Each Thomas Bird shoe style is based on a three dimensional 'last'. This determines the look and the fit. Some styles share the same last. These descriptions give some guidance to fit and sizing.

Benson/Ellington/Buckingham

Slightly chiselled toe. Standard width and toe. Benson and Ellington are wholecut oxfords. Buckingham is a derby so may suit some people with a slightly higher instep.

Bourne/Eastwood

Rounded toe. Standard width and fit. A little more generous on width. View Bourne monk shoe or Eastwood chelsea boots.

Hampton

Slightly chiselled toe. Standard width and toe. Hampton penny loafers.

Harrow

Slightly chiselled toe. Standard width and fit. A little more generous on width. Harrow oxford.

Brooklyn

Slightly chiselled toe. Standard width and fit. Brooklyn monkstrap.

Cambridge

Rounded toe. Standard width and fit. Cambridge wingtip oxford.