Children's shoes are in great demand on Aliexpress. The main reason for this is the surprisingly low prices. All over the world, it is customary to significantly increase prices for any children's things, because no one wants to save on their children, and, therefore, is ready to pay more. As a result, because of this, you have to purchase the same things that are presented on Aliexpress, but purchased by intermediaries, for a price that is 5-6 times higher than the original one. The quality, appearance, and sometimes even the manufacturer are the same. Therefore, you should not be afraid to purchase children's shoes on Aliexpress. This makes no sense, but if you are afraid of simply choosing the wrong size, then you should worry. To do this correctly you will need a table of shoe sizes for children on Aliexpress, but not everyone knows how to use it.
Parameter correspondence table
There are 2 systems for measuring the parameters of children's shoes in the world: metric and mass. Foreign markings are placed in accordance with the weight system, and Russian parameters are based on the metric system, displayed in cm and mm. In the stichmass system, the unit of measurement is the shah, which in cm is equal to 2/3. The parameters can be accurately calculated only using the appropriate tables. Among American shoe sizes on Ali you can find 3 varieties.
- Baby – for children 0-12 months.
- Toddler – age category 1-4 years.
- Infant – age 4-18 years.
Let's look at the table translated into Russian for Aliexpress:
| Russian sizes | Foot length(cm) | America | England | Europe | China |
| 16 | 9,5 | 1 | 0 | 16 | 9,5 |
| 16,5 | 10 | 1,2 | 0-1 | 16,5 | 10 |
| 17 | 10,5 | 2 | 1 | 17 | 10,5 |
| 18 | 11 | 2,5 | 1,5 | 18 | 11 |
| 19 | 11,5 | 3 | 2,5 | 19 | 11,5 |
| 19,5 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 19,5 | 11,5 |
| 20 | 12,5 | 5 | 4 | 20 | 12 |
| 21 | 13 | 5,5 | 5 | 21 | 12,5 |
| 22 | 13,5 | 6 | 5,5 | 22 | 13 |
| 22,523 | 14 | 6,5 | 6 | 22,5 | 13,5 |
| 24 | 14,5 | 7 | 6,5 | 23 | 14 |
| 25 | 15 | 8 | 7 | 24 | 14,5 |
| 25,5 | 15,5 | 8,5 | 7,5 | 25 | 15 |
| 26 | 16 | 9 | 8 | 25,5 | 15,5 |
| 27 | 16,5 | 9,5 | 8,5 | 26 | 16 |
| 28 | 17 | 10-10,5 | 9-9,5 | 27 | 16,5 |
| 28,5 | 17,5 | 11 | 10 | 28 | 17 |
| 29 | 18 | 11,5 | 10,5 | 28,5 | 17,5 |
| 30 | 18,5 | 12 | 11 | 29 | 18 |
| 31 | 19 | 12,5 | 11,5 | 30 | 18,5 |
| 31,5 | 19,5 | 13 | 12 | 31 | 19 |
| 32 | 20 | 13,5 | 12,5 | 31,5 | 19,5 |
| 33 | 20,5 | 1 | 13 | 32 | 20 |
| 34 | 21 | 1,5-2,52 | 1 | 33 | 20,5 |
| 34,5 | 22 | 3 | 1,5-2 | 34 | 21 |
| 35 | 22,5 | 3,5 | 2,5 | 34,5-35 | 21,5 |
You can use this size chart or a table with letter correspondences:
| Size | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Letter matching | S | M | L |
| Age (months) | 0-6 | 7-12 | 13-18 |
| Insole length(cm) | 11 | 12 | 13 |
Shoes for girls on Ali: assortment and features of choice
Winter shoes for girls are represented by many options for boots and boots.
For children under 5 years old, it is more advisable to buy shoes with Velcro; thanks to them, you can adjust the fullness of the foot in the shoe, as well as quickly and without inconvenience, putting on the baby’s shoes. Older girls may choose shoes with other fasteners, be it a zipper or lacing.
When choosing shoes for princesses, the most important factors are always the size, material and functionality of this type of shoe. The material must allow air to pass through well to ventilate the legs, as well as absorb moisture from the inside and be waterproof from the outside. When choosing shoes, always inspect the seams before purchasing, they should be smooth and should not have any knots or frays. The sole should also be waterproof, high and have a deep tread to prevent slipping. Inside, the material must also be appropriate for low winter temperatures; most often, mouton, sheepskin, tsegeyka and other types of artificial and natural fur are used, as well as padding polyester, Thinsulate, holofiber, membranes and other synthetic materials. Some models have a special drawstring on top of the freebie, this allows you to tighten it so that snow does not get in there while the child is frolicking and actively playing in the snow.
Models have a wide selection of decorative finishes.
Felt boots. A wonderful shoe option for low temperatures. Today's felt boots have high soles, and some have a knitted top.
Dutiki are shoes made from rubber as a sole and several layers of water-repellent fabric. Thanks to such materials, the shoes are waterproof, which will not stop the little ones from walking in the fresh air in the slush and thaw.
The autumn-spring assortment is represented by different shoe models, from sports boots to elegant boots. You can purchase models with different types of fasteners and decors.
Summer shoes have a particularly wide selection, from Romans to regular sandals or flip-flops.
For walking in the forest and cycling, you will need sports shoes. Many models have ice-lit soles.
Some tips
Children's shoe sizes on Ali can sometimes be very difficult to choose correctly. Any US shoe size chart translated into Russian sizes will be calculated for a standard foot, and if the foot is too full, then it is better to refuse to buy shoes on the Internet. Please pay attention to the following details, which must be indicated in the product description:
- material;
- manufacturing plant;
- in winter shoes - insulation material;
- sole flexibility;
- sock shape;
- breathability of shoes;
- insole material;
- retainers.
Give preference to natural, soft fabrics or high-quality, breathable synthetics. When purchasing shoes for children under 5 years old, it is better to purchase models with Velcro. The sole should not be too dense or bendable, but it should not bend in all directions either. Children's shoes for toddlers under 5 years old must be equipped with a small heel. This allows you to place your foot correctly when walking, smoothly rolling it from heel to toe. The shape of the sock is also of great importance. Consider, first of all, the age of your child. Children's feet have a fan-shaped structure, so the product should have a rounded toe. Shoes that are too narrow can cause foot deformities. The insole should be made of hygroscopic material that absorbs moisture and quickly evaporates it. High-quality children's shoes have a supportive pad that is located closer to the inner edge. Please note that delivery may take 1-3 months, so buy shoes 2 sizes larger; winter shoes can generally be taken 3 sizes larger. If after studying the size tables you are still unsure about the correct choice, it is better to contact the seller for more detailed information. On the pages of Aliexpress sellers you can often see signs about the correct choice of sizes depending on the fullness of the leg. They advise children with full feet to take a size larger, and those with narrow feet, on the contrary, to take a size smaller. Here it should be noted that the small width of the leg does not change its length, so there is no need to take a product with a smaller marking.
How to take measurements correctly to determine shoe size?
Choosing the right shoe size, absolutely any one, not just for children’s, is extremely simple. You just need to know the length of your foot. In very rare cases, width is also needed, and in the case of long shoes, calf girth is also needed. Even all the measurements together will not take you much time. What do we need? If you have a very small baby who doesn’t even walk yet, you can get by with just a measuring tape. It measures the distance from the big toe to the heel. The big toe in this case acts as the most prominent point of the foot, but in some people it can also be the index finger. If your baby fits this category, start measuring with the index finger.
In some cases, when choosing shoes for such young children, you only need to know their height. True, in this case, the possibility of making mistakes increases several times, because each baby is individual and with the same height, two children may have completely different foot lengths. Older children will require a little more work. The foot must be measured while standing. You will need a piece of paper, a pen or piece of paper, as well as a ruler or any other tool that can be used to measure the length. It is best to wear thin cotton socks on your child's feet. Only they have a minimal impact on the measurements. Thicker or, on the contrary, thin socks will greatly distort the measurements. The child needs to stand on a piece of paper. Moreover, the sheet must be placed on a flat and hard surface. Ask your baby to stand still for a moment while you trace his leg. If you do this as a game there should be no problems. You need to make the outlines of both feet, because they often differ greatly in length and it is necessary to select the size for the one that is larger.
After this part of the work, the child can already be sent off to do his own business, because you only need a piece of paper. Using it, measure the distance from your thumb or index finger (whichever is longer) to your heel. This will be the length of the foot. If you need width, as when choosing classic shoes made from dense materials, then identify two parallel points that are at the level of the toe, just under the toes. These should be the widest points of the foot. Measure the distance between them and write down the measurement. In very rare cases, sellers also ask for calf width. This usually applies to shoes for older children. To get this measurement, you need a measuring tape. It measures the most voluminous part of the calf. When measuring, you must ensure that the tape is always parallel to the floor.
Now all that remains is to compare the results you learned with the table and choose the appropriate size of children's shoes on Aliexpress. The table, however, will not give you the complete answer. Other recommendations must be followed. We advise you to still take a larger one. For example, if a child is size 16 according to the table, buy 17. The fact is that Aliexpress absolutely cannot boast of fast delivery. Goods from China take at least a month, and sometimes more. Children grow very quickly and in the time it takes for the pair of shoes you have chosen to reach your address, the child may simply outgrow it.
How to determine the size of a dress or women's jacket on Aliexpress?
Buying a dress or jacket takes a lot of effort and nerves from a woman, even if this same dress or jacket can be tried on. What can we say about ordering online! However, everything is not as difficult as it seems. Look carefully at what measurements you need to take when ordering a dress.
What to look for when ordering a dress on Aliexpress
When ordering a jacket, be sure to measure: • length of the desired product • arm length • hip circumference • chest circumference • waist circumference • neck circumference • shoulder width Provide this information to the seller and wait for his recommendations.
Size chart for women's outerwear on Aliexpress.
How to measure your foot
Stand on an A4 sheet. Outline the leg. Draw and measure a straight line between your heel and the tip of your longest toe. Usually this is the thumb, second or third finger.
Important! Sizes in the seller's chart may be in inches. 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters. The size can also be indicated in centimeters or millimeters.
There are sellers who include not only the length, but also the width of the foot in the size. This is very convenient for non-standard foot sizes. Change this setting at the widest part of the foot.
Boys' shoes: AliExpress offers
Shoes for boys, as for girls, have the same selection features in terms of size, fullness of the foot and materials. The only difference is the design, suitable for a small man. Winter boots should be light and practical to use, not allow moisture to pass through and retain heat well.
Demi-season footwear is represented by a wide selection of boots.
Here you can find dummies, leather boots, shoes made of suede and nubuck, as well as rubber boots that will help a boy explore the underwater world of puddles without fear of getting his feet wet.
In warmer months, the boy will need light shoes such as sandals.
What is free size?
While reviewing the presented assortment of children's shoes, you may have noticed that on some models the size column says “free”, this means that such shoes can be worn tight-fitting or loose. Aliexpress sellers try to provide customers with as much information as possible about the product they are selling, from the size chart to the detailed materials from which these or those shoes are made. Before purchasing, be sure to contact the seller and consult with him about your choice, he will be able to give you good advice regarding the models he has for sale.
