European Clothing Sizes: Convert US to EU

This guide transforms the complex task of converting European clothing sizes to US standards into a straightforward affair. So, let’s unravel the mystery of European Size Charts and make your shopping experience truly global.

While the US Size to EU Clothes conversion charts provided serve as helpful indications, they’re not infallible due to variations between manufacturers and styles. Please treat this information as a guide, understanding its accuracy is high but not absolute.

European Size Chart for Women

European Size Chart for Women

Convert European Clothing sizes to US Women’s with our standard clothing size charts for apparel, dresses, pants etc. Applies for US Size to EU clothes for women and girls.

Inter­natio­nal Women's SizeUS Women's SizeEU Size Women'sUK Size Women's
XS0304
XS2326
XS4348
S63610
S83812
M104014
M124216
L144418
L164620
XL184822
XL205024
XXL225226
XXL245428

For your information: German sizes are also used in Switzerland, Austria, Holland, and Scandinavia (Denmark, Sweden, Norway). French sizes are also valid for Spain, Portugal and Belgium.  Australia and New Zealand use the UK size system.

European Size Chart for Men

European Size Chart for Men

Convert European Size to US Size with this Men’s Clothing Size chart for apparel such as pants, suits, cardigans, jumpers etc. Applies for men, youth and boys.

Inter­natio­nal Men's SizesUS Sizes Men'sEU Sizes Men'sUK Sizes Men's
XS304030
XS324232
S344434
S364636
M384838
M405040
L425242
L445444
XL465646
XL485848
XXL506050
XXL526252

European Pant Sizes to US

US to EU Pant Sizes Women’s

European pant size conversion chart for women. Utilize this chart to convert between European Women’s Pant sizes and US sizes or vice versa from US to EU pant sizes.

Women's Pant Size (Misses)Pant Size (W/L)Inter­natio­nal SizeEU Pant Size Women'sWaist (inches)
0023/24XXS2823 - 25"
025XXS3025 - 26"
226XS3226 - 27"
427XS3427 - 28"
628S3628 - 29"
829S3829 - 30"
1030M4030 - 31"
1231M4231 - 32"
1432L4432 - 33"
1633L4433 - 34"
1834XL4634 - 35"
2036XL4836 - 37"
2238XXL5038 - 39"
2440XXL5240 - 41"

EU to US Pant Sizes Men’s

European pant size conversion chart for men. Use this chart to convert from European Men’s Pant sizes to US size or vice versa from US to EU pant sizes.

US Pant Size MenEU Pant Size MenWaist Cir­cum­feren­ce (inches)
284229.5
294430.5
304631.5
314632.5
324833.5
334834.5
345035.5
365237.5
385439.5
405641.5
425843.5
446045.5
466247.5
486449.5

European Jean Sizes to US

US to EU Jean Size Women’s

When converting European jeans sizes to US sizes for women, there are general guidelines you can follow. For example, EU size 32 typically corresponds to US size 2, EU size 34 to US size 4, EU size 36 to US size 6, and so on.

Women's Jeans Size US (Misses)Women's Jeans Size US (W/L)Inter­natio­nal SizeEU Jean Size Women'sWaist (inches)
0023/24XXS2823 - 25"
025XXS3025 - 26"
226XS3226 - 27"
427XS3427 - 28"
628S3628 - 29"
829S3829 - 30"
1030M4030 - 31"
1231M4231 - 32"
1432L4432 - 33"
1633L4433 - 34"
1834XL4634 - 35"
2036XL4836 - 37"
2238XXL5038 - 39"
2440XXL5240 - 41"

US to EU Jean Size Men’s

With this US to EU Jean Size conversion chart, it is easy to find your EU Jeans size.

US Jean Size MenEU Jean Size MenWaist (inches)
284229.5
294430.5
304631.5
314632.5
324833.5
334834.5
345035.5
365237.5
385439.5
405641.5
425843.5
446045.5
466247.5
486449.5

How to convert European Clothing Sizes

How to convert European Sizes

Navigating the labyrinth of clothing sizes can feel like a grand European tour in itself. Your cozy size 38 sweater from Germany may feel like a straitjacket when swapped for an Italian version. In Italy, you’d have to subtract three from your usual size for the perfect fit. Meanwhile, a short hop across the border to France, and only one size down is needed.

Men encounter similar oddities. A German man who comfortably wears a size 48 would need to size up to a 54 in Italy, or a 50 in France.

Clothing sizes typically follow a basic formula: chest circumference divided by two in centimeters. Women’s sizes take this one step further, subtracting six from this value. To illustrate: a man with an 88 cm chest would be a size 44 (88 cm / 2 cm), while a woman with the same measurement would wear a size 38 (88 cm / 2 cm – 6 = 38). But beware! As these guidelines aren’t strictly followed, sizes can vary wildly from brand to brand.

Feeling lost? Look out for International standard sizes, ranging from XS to XXXL. These are increasingly used alongside domestic sizes by many manufacturers. But remember, whether you’re shopping at home or abroad, clothing sizes are never foolproof and should only serve as a guide. Trying on for size is still the best way to ensure a perfect fit.

FAQ

Size 36 in US

EU clothing size 36 is equivalent to US women’s size 6, UK women’s size 8, and falls under the category of “S” for alpha sizing. Check our detailed US size to EU clothes charts here.

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Size 46 in US

If you’re wondering about the US size equivalent of EU clothing size 46, it corresponds to men’s US size 36. Additionally, for alpha sizing, EU size 46 falls under the category of S. Check our US size to EU clothes charts here.

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Size 34 in US

A size 34 in the EU clothing sizing system corresponds to size 4 in the US. It is also considered extra small (XS) in the US sizing convention. Check our European Clothing Size charts here.

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Size 48 in US

EU clothing size 48 is equivalent to US men’s size 18 and falls under the category of “XL” for alpha sizing. European Clothing size to US are explained here.

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