Clothing Size Converter - US, UK, EU and International Sizes

Use this clothing size converter to compare apparel labels across regions. Choose a group, size system, and size to see nearby matches.

Updated: April 28, 2026 • Free Tool

Clothing Size Converter

Use the group that matches the clothing chart.

Pick the size label you already know.

Options update for the selected group.

Results

Closest International Size
M
US8
UK12
EU40
MeasurementsBust 36-37 in
ConfidenceCommon chart match

Compare these labels with the brand's own chart before ordering.

Equivalent Size Chart

US UK EU International Body Measurements
clothing size converter chart for US UK EU and international apparel sizes

What is a Clothing Size Converter?

A clothing size converter compares apparel size labels across common systems, including US, UK, EU, and international letter sizes. It helps you translate the size printed on one chart into the closest label on another chart.

The tool is most useful when shopping from another country, buying gifts, checking vintage labels, or comparing a marketplace listing with your usual size. It also shows body measurement ranges so the label is not the only clue.

  • Convert women's, men's, and kids' clothing labels.
  • Compare US, UK, EU, and international sizes in one table.
  • Review fit notes before relying on a size label.

To compare footwear labels too, use our Shoe Size Converter for US, UK, EU, and CM shoe sizes.

How the Clothing Size Converter Works

This US to UK clothing size converter uses ordered lookup tables for each apparel group. When you choose a source system and size, the calculator finds the matching row and returns the equivalent labels from the same row.

selected size -> matching row -> equivalent labels

Clothing sizing is different from exact unit conversion. The ISO 8559-1:2017 standard focuses on body measurement designation, which is why measurements are more reliable than labels alone.

To switch between inches and centimeters while checking a retailer chart, open our Height Converter for quick measurement comparisons.

Key Clothing Size Concepts

An international clothing size conversion chart is a guide, not a promise. Systems may share similar numbers while measuring different things, so choose the correct apparel group before interpreting the result.

US and UK: Women's numeric sizes usually differ by about four sizes.
EU: European labels often use larger numeric values.
International: XS to XXL labels are broad and may cover multiple rows.
Measurements: Bust, chest, waist, hips, height, and inseam improve fit decisions.

The ISO 8559-2:2017 sizing reference highlights primary and secondary body dimensions, which explains why charts often ask for more than one measurement.

When a chart lists fractional inches, try our Inches to Fraction Calculator to read tape-measure values cleanly.

How to Use the Clothing Size Chart Converter

Use this EU to US clothing size converter when you know one label and need the closest equivalent in another region. Stay within the same apparel group because men's, women's, and kids' systems are not interchangeable.

1

Choose women's, men's, or kids' clothing.

2

Select the source system printed on the current label or chart.

3

Pick the source size and read the equivalent labels in the results panel.

4

Compare the measurement range with the retailer's garment or body chart.

If waist and hip measurements are part of your fit check, use the Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator for a separate body-measurement comparison.

Benefits of Converting Clothing Sizes Before You Buy

A clothing size converter by measurements helps reduce guesswork before checkout. It is especially useful when a store lists only one regional chart or when a secondhand listing uses unfamiliar labels.

  • Compare international labels before ordering from overseas stores.
  • Check whether a gift size is likely to match the recipient's usual size.
  • Reduce avoidable returns caused by reading the wrong regional chart.
  • Use measurement ranges as a second check when labels are ambiguous.

For another everyday sizing workflow, the Recipe Serving Size Scaler helps resize quantities when a simple label or serving count is not enough.

Factors That Affect Clothing Size Conversion

Men's shirt size conversion US UK EU charts often look cleaner than women's fashion charts because many men's sizes are tied to chest or collar measurements. Even then, a slim-fit shirt and relaxed shirt can feel different at the same label.

Garment type: Jackets, pants, dresses, and shirts emphasize different body measurements.
Cut: Slim, regular, relaxed, petite, tall, and plus ranges shift the fit.
Fabric: Stretch fabric can tolerate a closer measurement match than rigid fabric.
Measurement units: Charts may use inches, centimeters, or both.

For measurement-unit context, the NIST SI Units resource explains the metric system used by many international charts.

To convert body measurements between unit systems, use our Length Converter before comparing the final size chart.

Clothing Size Converter FAQ

How accurate is a clothing size converter?

A clothing size converter gives a close starting point, not a guaranteed fit. Size labels vary by brand, cut, fabric stretch, and garment type, so compare the result with the retailer's measurements before buying.

What is EU 40 in US clothing size?

In common women's clothing charts, EU 40 is approximately US 8 and UK 12. For men's jackets or tops, EU 40 is not the same scale, so choose the correct apparel group before converting.

How do I convert US clothing sizes to UK sizes?

Choose your apparel group, select US as the source region, then pick the US size. The calculator returns the closest UK, EU, and international size labels from the matching row.

Are men's and women's clothing size conversions the same?

No. Men's clothing often follows chest or waist measurements, while women's numeric sizes use a different label system. Always convert within the same apparel group.

Should I size up when buying clothes internationally?

Sometimes. If your measurements are near the top of a range, the garment is slim fit, or the fabric has little stretch, sizing up can be safer. Check the store's return policy too.

What measurements should I check before ordering clothes online?

For tops and dresses, check chest or bust, waist, hips, and height. For pants, check waist, hips, rise, and inseam. Measurements are more reliable than size labels alone.