Ricosta Size and Fit Guide

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Ricosta Children’s Shoes

Ricosta children’s shoes are sized in EU sizes on the box. Use the foot length in cm and the EU size to find the best fit, and allow about a thumb’s width of growing room at the toe.

Ricosta Womens’ Shoes

Ricosta womens’ shoes are sized in EU sizes. True to size, average width.

Ricosta Men’s Shoes

Ricosta men’s shoes are sized in EU sizes. True to size, average width.

Ricosta School Shoes Care Guide

School shoes take a battering, and a few simple habits will help a pair of Ricosta last the term and beyond.

• Get your child into the habit of taking their shoes off at home so they can air out before the next morning.
• Keep them somewhere dry and away from radiators. If they get soaked, stuff them with newspaper overnight to draw the damp out.
• Wipe leather shoes over with a damp cloth, then work in a little matching polish with a soft, dry cloth for a shine.
• Brush suede and nubuck styles with a suede brush when dry, and treat with a suitable waterproofer.
• Rotate between two pairs where you can, so each gets time to dry out between wears.

It is also worth labelling shoes somewhere discreet, such as under the tongue or inside the heel, if there is any chance they will get mixed up with a classmate’s pair.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do Ricosta shoes run true to size?

Yes. Ricosta sizes in EU on the box and generally fit true to length when you match the foot measurement in cm. If your child’s foot is within about 2 mm of the upper limit for a size, we would usually go up to the next EU size to leave sensible growing room.

What is the difference between Ricosta medium and wide fittings?

Medium is the standard fitting for an average foot shape. Wide gives more room across the ball of the foot and over a higher instep, without necessarily needing a longer size. If Clarks G-fitting shoes feel too tight or shallow, the wide fitting is usually the one to try first.

Are Ricosta school shoes good for wide feet or a high instep?

They are one of the brands we turn to for exactly that. Parents often come to us after struggling with standard high-street school shoes, and the wide fitting plus a deeper opening on many rip-tape styles can make a real difference.

Do Ricosta shoes take orthotics or custom insoles?

Many Ricosta school shoes and boots have a removable footbed, so you can lift the factory insole out and slot in an orthotic or a slightly deeper replacement insole. Check the individual product details, as not every style has a removable insole.

What does Sympatex mean on Ricosta boots?

Sympatex is a waterproof, breathable membrane used as a lining in many Ricosta winter boots and wet-weather styles. It keeps rain and puddles out while still letting perspiration escape, which helps on damp school runs and muddy playgrounds.

How much growing room should I leave in Ricosta children’s shoes?

We aim for about a thumb’s width between the longest toe and the end of the shoe, which is roughly 12–14 mm of growing room. Ricosta’s own guidance suggests sizing up if the foot measurement is within 2 mm of the top of a size range.