Shopping for dress internationally can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to understanding different sizing systems. Whether you're ordering online from a foreign retailer or traveling abroad, this comprehensive international dress size conversion chart will help you find the perfect fit.
While this chart provides a good general guide, it's important to note that sizing can vary between brands even within the same country. Always check the specific brand's size chart when available.
International Dress Size Conversion Chart
| Alpha | US | UK | EU | JP | Bust(IN) | Waist(IN) | Hip(IN) | Bust(CM) | Waist(CM) | Hip(CM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 00 | 4 | 32 | 3 | 30.5-31.5 | 23-24 | 33-34 | 77.5-80.0 | 58.4-61.0 | 83.8-86.4 |
| XS | 0 | 6 | 34 | 5 | 31.5-32.5 | 24-25 | 34-35 | 80.0-82.6 | 61.0-63.5 | 86.4-88.9 |
| XS | 2 | 8 | 36 | 5 | 32.5-33.5 | 25-26 | 35-36 | 82.6-85.1 | 63.5-66.0 | 88.9-91.4 |
| S | 4 | 10 | 38 | 7 | 33.5-34.5 | 26-27 | 36-37 | 85.1-87.6 | 66.0-68.6 | 91.4-94.0 |
| S | 6 | 12 | 40 | 7 | 34.5-35.5 | 27-28 | 37-38 | 87.6-90.2 | 68.6-71.1 | 94.0-96.5 |
| M | 8 | 14 | 42 | 9 | 35.5-36.5 | 28-29 | 38-39 | 90.2-92.7 | 71.1-73.7 | 96.5-99.1 |
| M | 10 | 16 | 44 | 9 | 36.5-37.5 | 29-30 | 39-40 | 92.7-95.3 | 73.7-76.2 | 99.1-101.6 |
| L | 12 | 18 | 46 | 11 | 37.5-39 | 30-31.5 | 40-41.5 | 95.3-99.1 | 76.2-80.0 | 101.6-105.4 |
| L | 14 | 20 | 48 | 11 | 39-40.5 | 31.5-33 | 41.5-43 | 99.1-102.9 | 80.0-83.8 | 105.4-109.2 |
| XL | 16 | 22 | 50 | 13 | 40.5-42 | 33-34.5 | 43-44.5 | 102.9-106.7 | 83.8-87.6 | 109.2-113.0 |
| XL | 18 | 24 | 52 | 13 | 42-43.5 | 34.5-36 | 44.5-46 | 106.7-110.5 | 87.6-91.4 | 113.0-116.8 |
| 2X | 20 | 26 | 54 | 15 | 43.5-45 | 36-37.5 | 46-47.5 | 110.5-114.3 | 91.4-95.3 | 116.8-120.7 |
| 2X | 22 | 28 | 56 | 15 | 45-47 | 37.5-39.5 | 47.5-49.5 | 114.3-119.4 | 95.3-100.3 | 120.7-125.7 |
| 3X | 24 | 30 | 58 | 17 | 47-49 | 39.5-41.5 | 49.5-51.5 | 119.4-124.5 | 100.3-105.4 | 125.7-130.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do sizes vary between countries?
Sizing standards differ due to variations in average body types, cultural preferences, and historical development of sizing systems in different regions.
What do the measurements (bust, waist, hip) refer to?
These measurements refer to the body measurements, not the garment measurements. Bust is measured at the fullest part of the chest, waist at the narrowest part of the torso, and hips at the widest part of the lower body.
What if I'm between sizes?
If you fall between sizes, it's generally recommended to choose the larger size for a more comfortable fit. However, this can depend on the specific garment and your personal preference.
Are these sizes for women's clothing only?
Yes, this chart is specifically for women's dress sizes. We also provide international shoe size conversion charts and jeans.
