Author: Flo Serine Smith | Last updated: 2023/07/13 | Sources
Navigating the complex realm of UK and European clothing sizes can be challenging. This article provides a helpful guide to convert UK sizes to European equivalents, aiding your shopping experience in Europe.
However, it’s worth noting that due to the absence of standardised European sizing and varied guidelines across different manufacturers and styles, these size charts should be regarded as approximate indicators rather than absolute measurements.
- UK size to EU Clothes: Women & Men
- EU to UK sizes for Jeans & Trousers
- UK to EU Shoe Size Conversion
EU to UK Clothing Size Chart for Women
Utilise our standard clothing size charts to effortlessly convert European clothing sizes to UK Women’s sizes, applicable to a range of garments such as apparel, dresses, and trousers. This comprehensive guide applies to UK to EU size conversions for both women and girls.
| UK Clothes Size Women's | EU Clothes Size Women's | International Women's Size |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 30 | XS |
| 6 | 32 | XS |
| 8 | 34 | XS |
| 10 | 36 | S |
| 12 | 38 | S |
| 14 | 40 | M |
| 16 | 42 | M |
| 18 | 44 | L |
| 20 | 46 | L |
| 22 | 48 | XL |
| 24 | 50 | XL |
| 26 | 52 | XXL |
| 28 | 54 | XXL |
More clothing sizes for women.
EU to UK Clothing Size Chart for Men
Leverage our standard clothing size charts to seamlessly translate European clothing sizes into UK Men’s sizes. This guide is applicable to an array of attire such as suits, trousers, and shirts. It is designed to facilitate UK to EU size conversions for both men and boys.
| UK Clothes Sizes Men's | EU Clothes Sizes Men's | International Men's Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 40 | XS |
| 32 | 42 | XS |
| 34 | 44 | S |
| 36 | 46 | S |
| 38 | 48 | M |
| 40 | 50 | M |
| 42 | 52 | L |
| 44 | 54 | L |
| 46 | 56 | XL |
| 48 | 58 | XL |
| 50 | 60 | XXL |
| 52 | 62 | XXL |
More clothing sizes for men.
EU Trouser Sizes to UK
Women’s Trouser Sizes
| US / Internat. Size | UK Size | Euro Size | French Size | Italian Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3XS | 2 | 28 | 30 | 34 |
| XXS | 4 | 30 | 32 | 36 |
| XS | 6 | 32 | 34 | 38 |
| S | 8 | 34 | 36 | 40 |
| M | 10 | 36 | 38 | 42 |
| M | 12 | 38 | 40 | 44 |
| L | 14 | 40 | 42 | 46 |
| XL | 16 | 42 | 44 | 48 |
| XXL | 18 | 44 | 46 | 50 |
| 3XL | 20 | 46 | 48 | 52 |
| 4XL | 22 | 48 | 50 | 54 |
| 5XL | 24 | 50 | 52 | 56 |
| 6XL | 26 | 52 | 54 | 58 |
| 7XL | 28 | 54 | 56 | 60 |
Men’s Trouser Sizes
| US / Internat. Size | UK Size | Euro Size | French Size | Italian Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 24 | 40 | 43 | |
| XS | 28 | 25 | 40 | 44 |
| XS | 28 | 26 | 40 | 44 |
| S | 30 | 27 | 42 | 46 |
| S | 30 | 28 | 42 | 46 |
| S | 30 | 29 | 42 | 46 |
| M | 32 | 30 | 44 | 48 |
| M | 32 | 31 | 44 | 48 |
| M | 32 | 32 | 44 | 48 |
| L | 34 | 33 | 46 | 50 |
| L | 34 | 34 | 46 | 50 |
| L | 34 | 35 | 46 | 50 |
| XL | 38 | 36 | 48 | 52 |
| 2XL | 42 | 37 | 50 | 54 |
| 3XL | 46 | 38 | 52 | 56 |
- This is how you measure to find the perfect fitting trousers
EU Jeans Sizes to UK
Women’s Jeans Sizes
| UK Women Jeans Size | W/L Size | Alpha Size | EU |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 25/32 | XXS | 32 |
| 6 | 26/32 | XS | 34 |
| 8 | 27/32 | XS | 36 |
| 10 | 28/32 | S | 38 |
| 12 | 29/32 | S | 40 |
| 14 | 30/32 | M | 42 |
| 16 | 31/32 | M | 44 |
| 18 | 32/32 | L | 46 |
| 20 | 33/32 | L | 48 |
| 22 | 34/32 | XL | 50 |
| 24 | 35/32 | XL | 52 |
| 26 | 36/32 | XXL | 54 |
| 28 | 37/32 | XXL | 56 |
| 30 | 38/32 | XXXL | 58 |
| 32 | 39/32 | XXXL | 60 |
Men’s Jeans Sizes
| UK Jeans Size | W/L Size | Alpha Size | EU |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 28/30 | XS | 40 |
| 32 | 29/30 | XS | 42 |
| 34 | 30/32 | S | 44 |
| 36 | 32/32 | S | 46 |
| 38 | 33/32 | M | 48 |
| 40 | 34/32 | M | 50 |
| 42 | 36/34 | L | 52 |
| 44 | 38/34 | L | 54 |
| 46 | 40/34 | XL | 56 |
| 48 | 42/34 | XL | 58 |
| 50 | 44/34 | XXL | 60 |
- Guide on measuring for the right-fitting jeans
How to convert European Clothing Sizes
If you want to convert UK sizes into the corresponding EU sizes, you can look up the respective UK size in the EU Clothing Size Conversion Charts above.
Deciphering European clothing sizes can be quite a puzzle, but there are certain formulas and rules of thumb to guide you. For instance, clothing size equates to chest circumference divided by 2 cm, with a reduction of 6 for women. For example, a man with a chest circumference of 88 cm will be a size 44, while a woman will be a size 38. However, due to non-binding standards, sizes vary by manufacturer.
When in Italy, subtract three from your usual UK size, whereas in France, it’s just a difference of one size. Converting US sizes requires a different approach, adding two to the UK size, i.e., a UK 32 becomes a US 6. For men’s sizes in the US and the UK, a general rule is to subtract ten.
Despite converters and standard sizes (XS to XXXL), you cannot entirely rely on size labels. As yet, there’s no universal European standard for garment sizes.
FAQ
What is Size 38 in UK clothes?
Size 38 in European clothing generally corresponds to a UK size 12 for women’s clothing. However, it’s important to remember that sizing can vary between brands, so this conversion is only a general rule. Check our EU to UK clothes size chart.
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Size 44 in UK
Size 44 in EU women’s clothing corresponds to a UK size 18. However, it’s important to remember that sizing can vary between brands. So better, check our EU to UK clothes size chart.
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Size 4 in EU
In European clothing sizes, a UK women’s size 4 generally translates to a European size 32. Bear in mind that sizes can vary among different brands and styles. Check our EU to UK clothes size chart.
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UK size 10 in EU
A UK women’s size 10 typically corresponds to a European size 38. However, it’s advisable to always check the specific brand’s size guide to ensure the best possible fit. Check our UK to EU clothes size chart.
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What is size 40 in UK clothes?
In UK clothing sizes, size 40 typically corresponds to a size 14. It is important to note that sizing can vary between brands. Better refer to our EU clothes size chart.
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Insights from our Lab
This is how we work: watch the video and see how we measure and research in our lab.
- 1 EU to UK Clothing Size Chart for Women
- 2 EU to UK Clothing Size Chart for Men
- 3 EU Trouser Sizes to UK
- 4 EU Jeans Sizes to UK
- 5 How to convert European Clothing Sizes
- 6 FAQ
- 7 Insights from our Lab
