👕 Clothing Size

Clothing Size Converter

Pick the department and your size, then press Convert to see the equivalent in International, US, UK and EU sizing plus the matching bust or chest measurement.

Written and reviewed by SM Arijul Islam · Last reviewed 20 October 2026 · Editorial standards · Report an error

About the clothing size converter

Ready-to-wear sizing is a convention rather than a measurement, which is why the same body can be a "M", a "US 8" and an "EU 38" at the same time. The common ground between systems is the body measurement, so that is what this converter matches on.

How to take your measurements

Bust: measure around the fullest part, keeping the tape level
Chest: measure around the widest part of the chest, under the arms
Kids: chest grows evenly with height, so match on chest first

Women's tops — reference chart

International	US	UK	EU	Bust (cm)	Bust (in)
XS	2	6	34	82	32.3
S	4	8	36	86	33.9
M	8	12	40	89	35.0
L	12	16	44	95	37.4
XL	16	20	48	103	40.6
XXL	18	22	50	107	42.1

Sizing varies by brand and by fit (slim, regular, relaxed). Use these values as a strong starting point, not an absolute guarantee.

How to convert clothing sizes

Clothing sizes vary by country and, within a country, by brand. International labels from XS to XXL are a rough guide, while the numeric US, UK, EU, Italian, French and Japanese systems each use their own increments and cut-off points. This converter maps between them using commonly published equivalents, so treat the result as a starting point and check the specific brand's own chart before ordering.

Everyday uses

Buying clothes from an overseas retailer
Comparing a favourite garment's label with a new brand
Gift shopping without the recipient present
Understanding vintage or imported sizing
Building a personal size chart

Frequently asked questions

Why do sizes differ between brands?

There is no binding international standard. Vanity sizing and different pattern blocks mean a size 12 in one shop can fit like a 10 in another.

Is EU sizing the same for men and women?

No. European women's and men's scales are separate, and this converter makes clear which one a result refers to.

Should I use measurements instead of sizes?

Yes, wherever possible. Measure your chest, waist and hips and compare them with the brand's own size chart.

What do US 0 and 2 mean?

They are women's US sizes near the top of the XS and S range; the exact measurements vary between brands.

More worked examples

A men's jacket in EU 50 is usually labelled a US or UK 40, meaning a 40-inch chest.
A women's US 8 is commonly charted as a UK 12 and an EU 38, though the gap varies by brand.
A 32-inch jeans waist is about 81 cm, but vanity sizing means the real measurement is often slightly larger than the label.
A chest measurement of 96 cm is about 37.8 inches, which sits near the small to medium boundary in many menswear charts.

Men's jacket sizes

Commonly charted men's jacket size equivalence between EU and US or UK labels
EU	US / UK
EU 46	US / UK 36
EU 48	US / UK 38
EU 50	US / UK 40
EU 52	US / UK 42
EU 54	US / UK 44
EU 56	US / UK 46

Common mistakes to avoid

Assuming clothing sizes are standardised. For most garments there is no binding international standard, so every brand sets its own chart.
Using your exact body measurement for a garment meant to be layered. Add ease, usually a few centimetres, for jumpers and coats.
Mixing up the women's US and UK number scales. They differ by about four: a US 8 is usually a UK 12, not a UK 8.
Trusting the label over the tape measure. Vanity sizing has gradually shifted what each number means over the past few decades.

Further questions

Are clothing sizes standardised?

Not generally. Some categories such as certain workwear and children's wear follow firm standards, but most fashion sizing is set by each brand.

Why is a women's US 8 a UK 12?

The American and British women's scales were never harmonised and drifted apart. UK women's sizes run two to four numbers higher for the same body.

How do I measure my chest for a jacket?

Run the tape around the fullest part of the chest, under the arms, keeping it level and snug without compressing. Measure over a shirt, not a bulky jumper.

Do Asian brands run smaller?

Frequently they do, often by one to two sizes compared with the equivalent US or EU label, so compare the actual measurements rather than the letter or number.