How should we measure our feet at home to pick the right Adidas size?

Place a piece of paper on a hard floor against a wall, stand on it with your heel lightly touching the wall, and mark the longest toe while standing; repeat for both feet and use the larger measurement. Measure heel-to-longest-toe in millimetres or centimetres and, if you have a centimetre reading, round up to the next half centimetre before checking the size chart.

If my measurement falls between two Adidas sizes, which should we choose?

For casual sneakers choose the smaller size for a snug look or the larger for all-day comfort; for running or cross-training pick the larger size to allow toe clearance. Also consider foot width: narrow feet may go half a size down, wide feet half a size up or seek wide-fit models.

Do different Adidas models fit differently and how should that affect our choice?

Yes - Ultraboost and knit running uppers often work true to size but stretch across the forefoot, leather Stan Smiths can feel narrow and may need half a size up, Gazelle suede often fits true to half a size up, and performance trainers favour a smaller size for lockdown unless you have wide feet. When a product page includes a manufacturer fit note, trust that guidance.

What simple at-home test should we do when our order arrives?

Stand in the shoes with the socks you’ll normally wear, lace them up, and check for about a thumb’s width (≈1 cm) between your longest toe and the shoe front; walk briskly for two minutes and wear them for a day - if discomfort persists rather than break-in soreness, consider an exchange. Also check for heel slip and side pressure during the walk test.

What practical tips can we follow as Bash shoppers in South Africa to reduce returns?

Always check the product page for brand-fit notes and the available size range, read customer reviews for real-world fit comments, decide on the socks you’ll wear with the shoes, and allow ~0.5-1.0 cm extra if you’ll stand for long periods. These steps help you pick a better fit the first time and reduce the need for returns.

Adidas sneaker sizing & fit guide for South Africa

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Try-on test at home

How to measure your feet at home - the quick, reliable method

Why length plus width matters

A simple sizing checklist before you buy

Picking the right Adidas size - model-level tips

How to choose if you’re between sizes

Trying them on at home - a short test

Practical buying tips for Bash shoppers in South Africa

Common fit questions we answer for customers

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