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Finding the right sneaker size can be tricky, especially with different brands and models fitting differently. Whether you’re buying Jordans, Nike Dunks, Yeezys, or New Balance 550s, this ultimate sneaker size guide will help you find your perfect fit before you buy.

💡 Quick Tip: If you're between sizes, always check whether the sneaker runs big, small, or true to size before purchasing.


🛑 Do Sneakers Fit the Same Across Brands? (No, Here's Why!)

Different brands use different sizing molds, meaning a size 10 in a Jordan 1 might not fit the same as a size 10 in a Yeezy 350. Factors like toe box width, material stretch, and midsole height all impact how a sneaker fits.

Here’s how the top sneakers fit, so you know exactly what to expect.


👟 Nike Dunk Low & High – Do They Fit True to Size?

Nike Dunk Low Fit:

True to size for most people
Slightly narrow toe box – Wide feet might size up 0.5
Leather stretches slightly over time

💡 Best Sizing Advice: Stick TTS (True to Size) unless you have wide feet, then go 0.5 up for comfort.

Nike Dunk High Fit:

Runs a little snug due to high-top design
Narrower than Dunk Lows

💡 Best Sizing Advice: Go up 0.5 if you don’t like a snug fit.


🔥 Air Jordan 1 – High, Mid & Low Sizing Guide

Air Jordan 1 High Fit:

True to size but may feel stiff at first
Leather softens over time for a better fit
Narrow fit – Wide feet might need 0.5 up

💡 Best Sizing Advice: Stick to TTS, but if you want a roomier toe box, go 0.5 up.

Air Jordan 1 Mid & Low Fit:

Same fit as the Highs
Mids are slightly stiffer at the ankle

💡 Best Sizing Advice: TTS unless you have wide feet.


🖤 Air Jordan 4 – Do They Fit True to Size?

Runs snug – Slightly narrow toe box
More structured than Jordan 1s
Not much stretch due to leather & mesh combo

💡 Best Sizing Advice: If you have normal/narrow feet → Stick TTS.
🔹 Wide feet? Go 0.5 up for comfort.


👟 New Balance 550 – Do They Run Small?

Runs small for most people
Very stiff at first, but breaks in over time
Narrow toe box, especially for wider feet

💡 Best Sizing Advice: Go 0.5 up for a comfortable fit. Wide feet? Consider going a full size up.


🟢 Yeezy 350 – Runs Small or True to Size?

Runs SMALL – Most people size up!
Primeknit material stretches over time
Snug, sock-like fit

💡 Best Sizing Advice:

  • Normal feet → Go 0.5 up
  • Wide feet → Go 1 full size up

🟡 Yeezy 700 – How Do They Fit?

Runs small for most people
Chunkier sole, but toe box is tight
Similar fit to Yeezy 350 but less stretchy

💡 Best Sizing Advice:

  • Normal feet → Go 0.5 up
  • Wide feet → Go 1 full size up

🩴 Yeezy Slides – Do They Fit Small?

Runs VERY small
Foam material molds to feet over time
No half sizes – always size up

💡 Best Sizing Advice:

  • If you’re in-between sizes, go 1 size up
  • Wide feet? Go 2 sizes up!

🔹 Nike Air Force 1 – How Do They Fit?

Runs large for most people
Wide toe box = Great for wide feet
Breaks in easily, soft leather

💡 Best Sizing Advice:

  • Narrow feet? Go 0.5 down
  • Regular feet? Stick to TTS

⚡ Final Sneaker Size Chart – Quick Reference

Sneaker Model Runs Small? Runs Large? Best Fit Advice
Nike Dunk Low ❌ No ❌ No True to size, 0.5 up for wide feet
Nike Dunk High ✅ Slightly ❌ No True to size, 0.5 up for comfort
Jordan 1 High ❌ No ❌ No True to size, 0.5 up for wide feet
Jordan 4 ✅ Slightly ❌ No TTS for normal feet, 0.5 up for wide feet
New Balance 550 ✅ Yes ❌ No 0.5 up for most, full size up for wide feet
Yeezy 350 ✅ Yes ❌ No 0.5 up for normal feet, full size up for wide feet
Yeezy 700 ✅ Yes ❌ No 0.5 up for normal feet, full size up for wide feet
Yeezy Slides ✅ Yes ❌ No 1-2 sizes up for best fit
Nike Air Force 1 ❌ No ✅ Yes 0.5 down for narrow feet, TTS for normal/wide feet

🛒 Ready to Buy? Get the Perfect Size Now!

Finding the right size is crucial to making sure your sneakers fit comfortably and last longer. Now that you know the perfect fit for each sneaker, shop confidently!

🔗 Shop Nike Dunk Lows Now
🔗 Shop Air Jordan 4s Now
🔗 Shop New Balance 550s Now
🔗 Shop Yeezy 350s Now

Still unsure about your sneaker size? We’re here to help! Email us at Contact@basement.nz, and we’ll assist you in finding the perfect fit.

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