Women’s Size Chart: Conversion, Fitting, Sizes

We analyzed hundreds of clothing items from various brands, conducting thorough research to produce detailed size charts. Learn about our methodology and laboratory.

Find the right size and convert measurements to clothing sizes! Quick and comprehensive guide for Women’s Size Chart Conversion to all clothing items.

We analyzed hundreds of clothing items from various brands, conducting thorough research to produce detailed size charts. Learn about our methodology and laboratory.

Women’s Sizes: Quick and Easy

Easy sizing guide – size by height and weight

Welcome to our visual sizing guide! To find your clothing size, simply compare your body type and height to our selection of images, each representing a standard size from XS to XL. Identify the image that closely resembles you, and that’s your estimated clothing size. Please keep in mind that this is a general estimate and individual body proportions can vary. For exact sizes please refer to the sizing chart below.

Women’s Size Chart (Clothes)

Women’s Size Chart (Clothes)

Use this chart to check what a Size 10 Women or a Size 8 Women corresponds to. How to read this table? Take your measurements – around the fullest part of your chest (bust), around your natural waistline (waist), and around the fullest part of your hips (hips). Once you have your measurements, you can compare them with the numbers in the table. Find the row where your measurements fit for bust, waist, and hips. That’s your size. Remember, these are just guidelines, and actual fit can vary by brand and style. For example, if your measurements were 36-inch bust, 28-inch waist, and 38-inch hips, you’d fall into the “M” or medium size and US Womens Size 8.

SizeUS Women's SizeBust in InchesWaist in InchesHips in Inches
XS0322434.5
XS2332535.5
S4342636.5
S6352737.5
M8362838.5
M10372939.5
L1238.530. 541
L14403242.5
XL1641.533.544
XL18433545.5

Women’s Plus Sizes (Clothes)

Women’s plus sizes, designated by ‘W’ (wide) or X (Extra) starting from 12, are larger than standard sizes, designed for fuller figures. The key difference between XL and 1X is their cut. XL, a larger regular size, typically fits a 40-42 inch bust and follows regular proportions. In contrast, 1X is a plus size fitting a 42-44 inch bust, with adjustments for wider areas like armholes and waist.

Women's Plus Alpha SizeUS Women's Plus SizeBust in InchesWaist in InchesHips in Inches
0X12W403342
1X14W423544
1X16W443746
2X18W463948
2X20W484150
3X22W504352
3X24W524554
4X26W544756
4X28W564958
5X30W585160
5X32W605362

Women’s Petites Sizes (Clothes)

Petite sizes, designed for women 5’4″ and under, have different proportions such as shorter lengths and higher waist placement. They range from P/XS to P/XL and align with standard sizes but with adjustments for shorter statures. Numerically, a petite size 2 (2P) is similar to a standard size 2 but shorter in length. Check brand size charts for precise fits.

Women's Petite Alpha SizeUS Women's Petite SizeBust in InchesWaist in InchesHips in Inches
XS2P3223. 534
S4P3324. 535
S6P3425. 536
M8P3526.537
M10P3627.538
L12P37.52939.5
L14P3930.541

Women’s Size Chart Conversion – International Sizes – EU, UK, US etc

The chart illustrates international women’s clothing size conversions. For example, a US size 0 is equivalent to a UK size 4, an EU size 30, a French size 32, and an Italian size 36. To convert from EU to US sizes, simply do the reverse. Find your Euro size in the “Womens’ EU Size” column, then look across the same row to find the corresponding US size. For example, if your EU size is EU40, your US size would be a 10 (M on the international scale).

Inter­natio­nal Women's SizeUS Women's SizeEU Size Women'sUK Size Women'sFrench Size Women'sItalian Women's Size
XS03043236
XS23263438
XS43483640
S636103842
S838124044
M1040144246
M1242164448
L1444184650
L1646204852
XL1848225054
XL2050245256
XXL2252265458
XXL2454285660

Women’s Belt Size Chart

General Belt SizeNumerical Belt SizeWaist Measurement (inches)Length of Belt
(inches)
XS/Petite28Up to 26Up to 28
S28-3026-2828-30
M31-3228-3031-32
L33-3531-3333-35
XL36-3734-3536-37
2X38-3936-3738-39
3X40-4238-3940-41

How to Measure Womens’ Sizes

How to Find Your Size

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What size is a US size 4?

A woman’s size S in the US corresponds to a size 4, designed to fit a bust of 34 inches, a waist of 26 inches, and hips of 36.5 inches. For more precise measurements, please consult the size chart.

What size is a US size 6?

This corresponds to a woman’s size S, ideally suited for a bust of 35 inches, a waist of 27 inches, and hips of 37.5 inches. More details can be found in the provided size chart.

What size is a US size 8?

A woman’s size M in the US corresponds to a size 8, perfect for a bust of 36 inches, a waist of 28 inches, and hips measuring 38.5 inches. Check the size chart for a complete guide.

What size is a US size 10?

This falls under a woman’s size M, fitting a bust of 37 inches, a waist of 29 inches, and hips of 39.5 inches. The size chart can provide you with additional clarity.

What size is a US size 12?

In the US, a woman’s size L corresponds to a size 12, accommodating a bust of 38.5 inches, a waist of 30.5 inches, and hips of 41 inches. Please refer to the size chart for further details.

What size is a US size 16?

A woman’s size XL in the US corresponds to a size 16, designed to fit a bust of 41.5 inches, a waist of 33.5 inches, and hips of 44 inches. More sizing information can be found on the size chart.

Sizing Standards: ISO and ASTM

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a well-recognized non-governmental entity that is renowned for establishing and publishing various standards. However, it does not set a specific standard for women’s clothing sizes. This absence of a universal standard in the fashion industry has led to the existence of diverse size measurement systems across various brands and countries, posing a significant challenge for consumers when determining the appropriate size to purchase.

In response to this issue, several initiatives have been launched to enhance size consistency, including the notable SizeUSA project. This particular endeavor involved gathering data from a large cross-section of women within the United States and using these measurements to formulate a comprehensive size chart.

The SizeUSA findings were then evaluated and contrasted with the ASTM D558511 (2011) standard, a guide that outlines size measurement and labeling for women’s clothing within the United States. The evaluation revealed that the SizeUSA data corresponded closely with the ASTM standard. This suggests that the SizeUSA size chart could potentially serve as a valuable resource in the quest to achieve greater size consistency across the fashion industry.

Insights from our Lab

This is how we work: watch the video and see how we measure and research in our lab.