True-to-Size Millimeter Sizing Comparison
Frye Carson Ballet vs Frye Harness 12R
Detailed size conversion chart, cavity measurements in millimeters, and crowd-sourced fit advice for choosing your perfect size.
Interactive Size Converter
Select what size you wear in the Carson Ballet to see your calculated size in the Harness 12R.
Complete Size Conversion Matrix
Direct millimeter-calibrated mapping comparing all available sizes between both shoes.
| Carson Ballet (US) | Internal Cavity | Harness 12R Equivalent | Match Accuracy | Fit Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US 3.5 | 240 mm | US 3.5 | 53% | +4.0 mm |
| US 4 | 243 mm | US 3.5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 4.5 | 247 mm | US 4 | 100% | 0.0 mm |
| US 5 | 250 mm | US 4.5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 5.5 | 253 mm | US 5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 6 | 257 mm | US 5.5 | 100% | 0.0 mm |
| US 6.5 | 260 mm | US 6 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 7 | 267 mm | US 6.5 | 65% | -3.0 mm |
| US 7.5 | 270 mm | US 7 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 8 | 273 mm | US 7.5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 8.5 | 277 mm | US 8 | 100% | 0.0 mm |
| US 9 | 280 mm | US 8.5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 9.5 | 283 mm | US 9 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 10 | 287 mm | US 9.5 | 100% | 0.0 mm |
| US 10.5 | 290 mm | US 10 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 11 | 293 mm | US 10.5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 11.5 | 297 mm | US 11 | 100% | 0.0 mm |
| US 12 | 300 mm | US 11.5 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 12.5 | 303 mm | US 12 | 88% | +1.0 mm |
| US 13 | 307 mm | US 12.5 | 100% | 0.0 mm |
| US 14 | 313 mm | US 13 | 76% | -2.0 mm |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Carson Ballet size compare to the Harness 12R?
The Harness 12R provides about 4mm more internal length than the Carson Ballet. We suggest ordering 1/2 size down in Harness 12R. The Carson Ballet has an internal fit offset of 0mm compared to 4mm for the Harness 12R.
Do these shoes fit wide feet comfortably?
The Carson Ballet has a standard medium width profile, while the Harness 12R is standard medium.