The Classic Avarcas, historic and traditional footwear for the people of Menorca, Spain, were originally designed and created for the farmers working the island during the arid, summer months. They would be handcrafted from leather and recycled tyres, and were designed to keep the farmers' feet dry, protected and our favourite…comfortable.
Shoeq's Classic Avarcas remain the most popular shoe in our extensive range, retaining the original design and quality that Avarcas are now world famous for. Each Avarca shoe is carefully handcrafted by our shoe artisans in small workshops in Menorca and carries the stamp of Authenticity from the Menorcan government, guaranteeing the quality of the products and materials.
FEATURES
SIZE GUIDE: TRUE TO SIZE
If unsure of sizing please consider using our SHOEQ CONCIERGE service
WOMENS TRUE TO SIZE RANGE
Measurements are taken from the toe stitch to the heel stitch along the longest part of the foot
| EURO | US | UK | AUS | CM's |
| 35 | 4 | 2.5 | 5 | 21 cm |
| 36 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 22 cm |
| 37 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 23 cm |
| 38 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 23.5 cm |
| 39 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 24 cm |
| 40 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 25 cm |
| 41 | 10 | 8 | 11 | 25.5 cm |
| 42 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 26 cm |
| 43 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 27 cm |
GIRLS
True to Size, we recommend ordering your Childs normal size in shoes. For Toddler and Ankle Strap styles you can order one size up to allow for growth
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EURO |
US | UK | CM's |
| 19 | 4 | 3 | 12.5 |
| 20 | 5 | 4 | 13 |
| 21 | 5.5 | 4.5 | 14 |
| 22 | 6 | 5 | 14.5 |
| 23 | 7 | 6 | 15.25 |
| 24 | 8 | 7 | 15.75 |
| 25 | 9 | 8 | 16.5 |
| 26 | 9.5 | 8.5 | 17 |
| 27 | 10 | 9 | 17.75 |
| 28 | 11 | 10 | 18.5 |
| 29 | 11.5 | 10.5 | 19 |
| 30 | 12 | 11 | 20 |
| 31 | 13 | 12 | 20.5 |
| 32 | 1 | 13 | 21 |
| 33 | 2 | 1 | 22 |
| 34 | 3 | 2 | 22.5 |
BABIES
The age recommendation for babies is a very approximate guide only. Babies feet can vary greatly from baby to baby both in length and in width. If in doubt we always recommend to go a larger size rather than a smaller size to allow room for growth.
| EURO | Approximate Age | CM's |
| 15 | Newborn to 3 months | 9 cm |
| 16 | 3-6 months | 10 cm |
| 17 | 6-9 months | 10.75 cm |
| 18 | 9-12 month | 11.5 cm |
| 19 | 12 months | 12.5 cm |
Our sizing recommendations are based on our experience and are suggestions for what size may fit best, and are not guarantees. As no two feet are the same, the final decision on the size to purchase rests with the customer. We are always happy to assist with sizing queries so please get in touch if you need assistance.
If you are unsure of your sizing please consider using our Shoeq Concierge service.
Most of our shoes are True To Size.
We work in European sizes across our collections, a sizing conversion chart is listed below.
Our handcrafted shoes are made of very soft and supple leather and do stretch out a lot with wear, they fit all types of feet from narrow too wide. When you first receive your Shoeq's they should be a nice snug fit as the leather stretches a lot, but not uncomfortably tight.
Your foot should fill the whole shoe from front to back in the length with no spare room at the heel and minimal at the toes.
If your foot is narrow and/or you fall between sizes, we recommend going with the smaller size as your Shoeq's will stretch out as you break them in.
If you have a particularly wide foot then we would recommend purchasing your usual size. Metallics are the best style for wide feet, Glitters and Leather Classics will soften with wear but they do not have as much stretch as Metallics so are a good choice for narrower feet.
WOMEN'S STYLE GUIDE
WEDGES
True to Size, we recommend ordering your normal size in heels. If you are unsure of your size, please use our Shoeq Concierge service
CLASSIC AVARCAS, PEEKABOOs and MICRO WEDGE STYLES
True to Size, your foot should fill the whole shoe from the front to the back, there should be no extra room in the length.
ORTHOTICS
Peep Toe Orthotics are True to Size.
Classic Orthotics collection generally runs LARGE, and we advise ordering One Size Down from your normal size.
ESPADRILLES
All our Espadrilles except Classics are True To Size and we recommend ordering your normal size in flat shoes.
For the Beach Espadrilles, please note that these shoes WILL be tight when you first receive them but they WILL stretch out quite a lot with wear. The best way to put them on is to fold the back right down inside, then slip the foot in, rearrange all the straps so they are sitting on the foot properly, then pull the back right up onto the heel.
CLASSIC ESPADRILLES
Classic Espadrilles run SMALL and we recommend ordering One Size Up from your normal shoes. Note that these shoes are designed to be a loose fitting shoe, if you are in between sizes we recommend going up a size and adding an insert or a heel grip
Honest reviews from our customers
United Arab EmiratesThe colour is gorgeous and they are so comfortable. I love that they fit true to size and can be worn with some many things.
United Arab EmiratesThese shoes are so comfortable, I live in them, and they are so cute too. I love them so much, I have bought my mother the same pair! So that we can be shoe twins!
United Arab EmiratesThese Classic Avarca in Champagne Glitter are elegant, stylish and a must have for the holiday season! Couldn't think of getting better for my feet for the festive season :)
United Arab EmiratesSuper comfy and easy to dress up or down with any outfits. I use them for work as much as for casual outings. Very happy with them!
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