Clothing Size Converter
Convert clothing sizes between US, UK, EU, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, international alpha sizes, and body measurements. Includes women's clothing, men's tops and jackets, jeans waist sizes, visual size rails, and fit notes.
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About Clothing Size Converter
The Clothing Size Converter translates common apparel labels across major international systems: US, UK, EU, France/Spain, Italy, Japan, Korea, and international alpha sizes such as XS, M, XL, and XXL. It also converts from body measurements in inches or centimeters, which is the most reliable way to compare clothing sizes when shopping online across countries.
How to Use the Clothing Size Converter
- Choose the clothing type: women's clothing, men's tops and jackets, or jeans and pants.
- Select the size system you know, such as US, UK, EU, international alpha, bust/chest, waist, or hips.
- Enter the size value. Examples include US 8, M, EU 40, 96 cm, or 38 in.
- Click Convert to see matching international size labels and measurement ranges.
- Use the visual rail to understand whether the result sits toward petite/extra-small, regular, or plus/extended sizing.
How to Measure for Clothing Sizes
Clothing labels are shorthand. Measurements are the anchor. Use a soft tape measure and keep it level around the body, close but not tight.
Bust or chest: measure around the fullest part of the chest with arms relaxed.
Waist: measure around the natural waist, usually the narrowest part of the torso.
Hips: measure around the fullest part of the seat while standing naturally.
Compare: choose the size that fits the largest controlling measurement for that garment.
Women's Clothing Size Conversion Chart
This chart is designed for dresses, tops, blouses, coats, and general ready-to-wear garments. It uses bust, waist, and hip ranges to keep the conversion grounded in body measurements.
| Alpha | US / CA | UK / AU | EU | Japan | Korea | Bust | Waist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 00 | 2 | 30 | 3 | 44 | 30-31 in / 76-79 cm | 23-24 in / 58-61 cm |
| XS | 0-2 | 4-6 | 32-34 | 5-7 | 44-55 | 31.5-33.5 in / 80-85 cm | 24.5-26.5 in / 62-67 cm |
| S | 4-6 | 8-10 | 36-38 | 9-11 | 55-66 | 34-35.5 in / 86-90 cm | 27-28.5 in / 69-72 cm |
| M | 8-10 | 12-14 | 40-42 | 13-15 | 66-77 | 36-38 in / 91-97 cm | 29-31 in / 74-79 cm |
| L | 12-14 | 16-18 | 44-46 | 17-19 | 77-88 | 39-41 in / 99-104 cm | 32-34 in / 81-86 cm |
| XL | 16-18 | 20-22 | 48-50 | 21-23 | 88-99 | 42-45 in / 107-114 cm | 35-38 in / 89-97 cm |
| XXL | 20-22 | 24-26 | 52-54 | 25-27 | 99-110 | 46-49 in / 117-124 cm | 39-42 in / 99-107 cm |
| 3XL | 24-26 | 28-30 | 56-58 | 29-31 | 110-120 | 50-53 in / 127-135 cm | 43-46 in / 109-117 cm |
| 4XL | 28-30 | 32-34 | 60-62 | 33-35 | 120-130 | 54-58 in / 137-147 cm | 47-51 in / 119-130 cm |
Men's Shirt and Jacket Size Conversion Chart
Men's jacket and tailored top sizes often start from chest measurement. A US or UK 40 is usually a 40-inch chest label, while the EU equivalent is commonly around 50 or 52 depending on the cut.
| Alpha | US / UK Chest | EU | Japan | Korea | Chest | Waist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 | 44 | S | 90 | 33-35 in / 84-89 cm | 27-29 in / 69-74 cm |
| S | 36-38 | 46-48 | M | 95 | 35-38 in / 89-97 cm | 29-32 in / 74-81 cm |
| M | 39-41 | 50-52 | L | 100 | 38-41 in / 97-104 cm | 32-35 in / 81-89 cm |
| L | 42-44 | 54-56 | LL | 105 | 41-44 in / 104-112 cm | 35-38 in / 89-97 cm |
| XL | 45-48 | 58-60 | 3L | 110 | 45-48 in / 114-122 cm | 39-42 in / 99-107 cm |
| XXL | 49-52 | 62-64 | 4L | 115 | 49-52 in / 124-132 cm | 43-46 in / 109-117 cm |
| 3XL | 53-56 | 66-68 | 5L | 120 | 53-56 in / 135-142 cm | 47-50 in / 119-127 cm |
| 4XL | 57-60 | 70-72 | 6L | 125 | 57-60 in / 145-152 cm | 51-54 in / 130-137 cm |
Jeans and Pants Size Conversion Chart
Jeans are often labeled with a waist number such as W28, W30, or W32. That W number is an inch-based waist anchor, but the matching US, UK, EU, and alpha sizes differ by brand and rise.
| Alpha | US | UK | EU | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 00 | 2 | 30 | 23.5-24.5 in / 60-62 cm | 33-34 in / 84-86 cm |
| XS | 0 | 4 | 32 | 24.5-25.5 in / 62-65 cm | 34-35 in / 86-89 cm |
| XS | 2 | 6 | 34 | 25.5-26.5 in / 65-67 cm | 35-36 in / 89-91 cm |
| S | 4 | 8 | 36 | 26.5-27.5 in / 67-70 cm | 36-37 in / 91-94 cm |
| S | 6 | 10 | 38 | 27.5-28.5 in / 70-72 cm | 37-38 in / 94-97 cm |
| M | 8 | 12 | 40 | 28.5-29.5 in / 72-75 cm | 38-39 in / 97-99 cm |
| M | 10 | 14 | 42 | 29.5-30.5 in / 75-77 cm | 39-40 in / 99-102 cm |
| L | 12 | 16 | 44 | 30.5-31.5 in / 77-80 cm | 40-41 in / 102-104 cm |
| L | 14 | 18 | 46 | 31.5-32.5 in / 80-83 cm | 41-42 in / 104-107 cm |
| XL | 16 | 20 | 48 | 32.5-33.5 in / 83-85 cm | 42-43 in / 107-109 cm |
| XL | 18 | 22 | 50 | 33.5-34.5 in / 85-88 cm | 43-44 in / 109-112 cm |
| XXL | 20 | 24 | 52 | 35-36.5 in / 89-93 cm | 45-46.5 in / 114-118 cm |
| XXL | 22 | 26 | 54 | 37-38.5 in / 94-98 cm | 47-48.5 in / 119-123 cm |
| 3XL | 24 | 28 | 56 | 39-40.5 in / 99-103 cm | 49-50.5 in / 124-128 cm |
Why Clothing Sizes Vary by Brand
Each brand starts from its own base pattern and fit model. Two garments labeled M can differ in shoulder width, sleeve length, waist shape, and ease. That is why a conversion chart should be treated as a starting point rather than a guarantee.
US and UK women's sizes are numeric but offset from each other. EU, French, Spanish, and Italian labels are also numeric but not identical. Japan and Korea often use compact numeric systems that map best through measurements.
A tailored blazer needs more precise chest and shoulder fit, while a relaxed sweatshirt can span more than one labeled size. Stretch denim, rigid denim, woven dresses, and oversized coats all need different tolerance.
Practical Fit Tips
- For dresses and fitted tops, prioritize bust and waist. If one measurement falls into a larger size, consider sizing up and tailoring the smaller area.
- For jeans, prioritize waist for high-rise styles and hips for slim or rigid styles. Stretch fabric usually allows a closer fit.
- For jackets and shirts, prioritize chest and shoulders first. Waist can often be adjusted, but tight shoulders are hard to fix.
- For international online shopping, compare your body measurements to the brand's chart in centimeters and inches before choosing the label size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are clothing size conversions exact?
No. Clothing size conversions are approximate because brands use different fit models, garment ease, and regional labeling rules. Body measurements are the most reliable anchor, especially bust or chest, waist, and hips.
What is a US women's size 8 in UK and EU sizes?
A US women's size 8 is commonly close to UK 12 and EU 40, with an international alpha size around M. Always compare the brand's bust, waist, and hip chart before buying.
How do men's jacket sizes convert between US and EU?
US and UK men's jacket sizes are usually based on chest inches. EU jacket sizes are commonly about 10 higher than the chest-inch label, so a US 40 often corresponds to EU 50 or EU 52 depending on the brand.
How do I convert jeans waist sizes?
Jeans labeled W28, W30, or W32 are waist sizes in inches. Enter the waist measurement in inches or centimeters above to find the closest US, UK, EU, and international alpha equivalent.
Should I size up when buying international clothing online?
If your measurement is between two chart ranges, size up for fitted garments, woven fabrics, coats, and non-stretch denim. For stretchy knits or relaxed fits, your usual size may still work.
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by miniwebtool team. Updated: Apr 30, 2026