Is a US size 8 the same as a UK size 12?

For many women's standard-size charts, US 8 is commonly close to UK 12 and EU 40. Treat it as an estimate and verify bust, waist and hip ranges on the retailer's chart.

Why does one letter size cover several numeric sizes?

International letter sizes are broad ranges. A single M or L can span more than one numeric row, so the converter shows ranges instead of pretending there is one exact match.

What should I do if chest and hips suggest different sizes?

Choose based on the garment. Tops usually follow chest or bust; pants and skirts follow waist and hips; dresses often need the largest limiting measurement plus the fit style.

Clothing Size Converter

Convert clothing sizes across US, UK, EU and INT labels, or estimate a size from body measurements for tops, bottoms, dresses and kids clothing.

INT	EU	US	UK	Chest, cm	Waist, cm	Hips, cm
XS	32	0	4	76-79	58-61	84-87
XS	34	2	6	80-83	62-65	88-91
S	36	4	8	84-87	66-69	92-95
S	38	6	10	88-91	70-73	96-99
M	40	8	12	92-95	74-77	100-103
L	42	10	14	96-99	78-81	104-107
L	44	12	16	100-103	82-85	108-111
XL	46	14	18	104-108	86-90	112-115
XXL	48	16	20	109-113	91-95	116-120
XXXL	50	18	22	114-118	96-100	121-125

Convert Clothing Sizes Across US, UK, EU and INT

This converter compares common clothing labels across US, UK, EU and international letter sizes. It also lets you estimate a size from chest, waist and hip measurements because English-language shoppers usually need a measurement-first check before buying across regions.

Use this as a shopping estimate

Clothing sizes vary by brand, fit, fabric and product line. Always compare your measurements with the specific retailer's size guide before ordering.

Which Measurement Matters Most

Garment	Primary measurement	Also check
Tops and jackets	Chest or bust	Shoulders, sleeve length and fit
Pants and skirts	Waist	Hips, rise and inseam
Dresses and jumpsuits	Largest limiting measurement	Bust, waist, hips and garment length
Kids clothing	Height	Age label, body shape and season

Limits of International Size Labels

Letter sizes such as S, M and L cover ranges, not a single body measurement.
US, UK and EU labels do not fully account for petite, tall, plus-size, juniors or maternity cuts.
A slim, relaxed or oversized fit can change the best label even when measurements match.
Kids age labels are only hints; height and the brand chart are more reliable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources and References

Calculations are based on the listed reference sources. Links open in a new tab.

Updated: June 2, 2026

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