SIZE GUIDE

Pleaser Size Guide: What Size Pleasers Should I Get?

How Pleaser sizes convert to UK and EU sizes, whether Pleasers run small, what to do about half sizes and wide feet, and when to size up.

UK + 3= Pleaser size
WholeSizes only
UK 2–14Size range
+3

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The quick answer

Add 3 to your UK size

Pleasers use US women’s sizes, so a UK 5 is a Pleaser 8. There are no half sizes. If you’re between sizes, or buying boots, go up one.

Usually your converted size

  • Open-toe sandals
  • Flamingo and Adore
  • Clear PVC straps
  • Narrow or average feet

Think about sizing up

  • Boots and closed toes
  • Half sizes
  • Wide feet
  • Patent leather uppers

Which style are you buying?

The style changes how you size.

Open toe

Sandals

Flamingo, Adore and most pole heels.

  • Normal converted size
  • Clear straps give a little
  • Gel pads if loose
Best for: most beginners
Closed

Boots

Ankle and thigh-high boots.

  • Often size up
  • Check calf measurements
  • Room for socks
Best for: heels classes
Between sizes

Half sizes

Pleaser has no half sizes.

  • Go up a size
  • Add a gel cushion
  • Buy with free returns
Best for: a safe fit
UK + 3Pleaser size
EU − 30Pleaser size
NoHalf sizes
US 8= UK 5 = EU 38

What size Pleasers should I get?

Pleasers are sized in US women’s sizes, so take your UK size and add 3. A UK 5 is a US 8 in Pleasers. If you’re between sizes, or you’re buying boots or closed-toe shoes, many Pleaser stockists advise going up a size.

Pleaser size chart: US, UK and EU

US women’s (Pleaser size)UKEUUS men’s
52353
63364
74375
85386
96397
107408
118419
1294210
13104311
14114412
15124513
16134614
17144715

From Pleaser’s own size conversion chart (checked October 2026). Pleaser says the conversions are approximate and can vary slightly between collections.

The quick rule: UK size + 3 = Pleaser size. EU size − 30 = Pleaser size. So a UK 6 or EU 39 is a Pleaser 9.

Do Pleasers run small?

A little, according to many stockists, especially in the toe. German pole shop Peachy Boots says Pleasers often run slightly smaller or narrower, particularly in the toe box, and suggests going up a size if you’re between two. Open-toe sandals like the Flamingo and Adore usually fit in your normal converted size, because your toes have room to move.

Do Pleasers come in half sizes?

No. Pleaser’s size chart only has whole sizes. If you’re a half size, stockists usually suggest going up to the next whole size, then using a gel cushion or heel grip if the shoe feels slightly loose. That’s easier to fix than a shoe that’s too short.

Should I size up in Pleaser boots?

Often, yes. Boots and closed-toe shoes leave less room for your toes, and you may want to wear socks or knee pads with them. Stockists usually advise going up a size if you’re unsure. For thigh-high boots, also check the calf and thigh measurements on the listing, because the leg fit matters as much as the foot. See our Pleaser thigh-high boots guide.

What if I have wide feet?

Choose open-toe styles with adjustable straps, and consider going up a size. Pleaser’s chart doesn’t list different widths. Clear PVC straps give a little as they warm up, while patent leather stretches much less. Ask the shop before you buy, as some will tell you which styles are roomier.

Are the Flamingo and Adore the same size?

Usually, yes. They use the same sizing, so most people wear the same size in both. The Flamingo’s 8 inch heel is higher than the Adore’s 7 inch heel, so your foot slides forward a little more in the Flamingo. A ball-of-foot gel cushion can help. See our reviews of the Pleaser Flamingo and Pleaser Adore.

Not sure whether to go for 7 or 8 inches? See our guide to pole heel heights.

How do I measure my foot for Pleasers?

  1. Stand on a sheet of paper against a wall, with your heel touching the wall.
  2. Mark the tip of your longest toe, and measure from the wall to the mark in centimetres.
  3. Measure both feet in the evening, when feet are at their biggest, and use the longer one.
  4. Compare the length with the size guide on the shop’s product page. As a rough guide, Peachy Boots lists a Pleaser US 8 (UK 5) for a foot about 24.8 cm long.

What if Demonia or men’s sizes are listed?

Pleaser, Devious and Lucious shoes are marked in US women’s sizes. Demonia, which is also sold by Pleaser USA, is marked in either US women’s or US men’s sizes, so check the listing. A US men’s size is two smaller than the US women’s size, so a men’s 7 is a women’s 9.

Fixes for a pair that’s nearly right

Fit fixBall-of-foot gel cushions

Ball-of-foot gel cushions

Stick-in gel pads stop your foot sliding forward in high heels, which helps if a pair feels slightly big or you’re between sizes.

Fit fixHeel grips

Heel grips

Soft pads for the back of the shoe or boot. Handy if your heel slips out of slingbacks or boots.

First pairPleaser Flamingo

Pleaser Flamingo

The classic 8 inch pole heel with a 4 inch platform, and a popular first pair. Read our review first.

Where to buy Pleasers in the right size

Buy from a shop that takes returns, and try new shoes on carpet so you can send them back if they don’t fit. See our guide to where to buy Pleasers in the UK, or our Pleaser guide to choose a style.

Pleaser sizing FAQs

What size Pleasers should I get?

Add 3 to your UK size, so a UK 5 is a Pleaser US 8. If you’re between sizes, or buying boots, many stockists advise going up a size.

Do Pleasers run small?

Many stockists say they run slightly small or narrow, especially in the toe. Open-toe sandals usually fit in your normal converted size; size up for boots and closed-toe styles.

Do Pleasers come in half sizes?

No. Pleaser only makes whole sizes. If you’re a half size, go up to the next whole size and use a gel cushion or heel grip if needed.

Are Pleaser sizes US or UK?

US women’s sizes. A Pleaser US 8 is a UK 5 and an EU 38.

Is a Pleaser 8 a UK 5?

Yes. On Pleaser’s size chart, a US women’s 8 is a UK 5 and an EU 38.

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