Clothing size conversion
Updated: 14 July 2026
European clothing size 40 is L, UK 12, US 8, FR 42 and IT 46. Every scale runs in steps of two and they only differ in where they start. Once you know your own measurements, you can find your size in any of them.
Conversion chart for women
| EU / DE | International | UK | US | FR | IT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | XXS | 4 | 0 | 34 | 38 |
| 34 | XS | 6 | 2 | 36 | 40 |
| 36 | S | 8 | 4 | 38 | 42 |
| 38 | M | 10 | 6 | 40 | 44 |
| 40 | L | 12 | 8 | 42 | 46 |
| 42 | XL | 14 | 10 | 44 | 48 |
| 44 | XXL | 16 | 12 | 46 | 50 |
| 46 | XXL | 18 | 14 | 48 | 52 |
| 48 | 3XL | 20 | 16 | 50 | 54 |
| 50 | 3XL | 22 | 18 | 52 | 56 |
| 52 | 4XL | 24 | 20 | 54 | 58 |
| 54 | 4XL | 26 | 22 | 56 | 60 |
The rules to remember
Counting from the European size:
- UK is EU minus 28.
- US is EU minus 32.
- FR is EU plus 2.
- IT is EU plus 6.
For EU 40 that gives UK 12, US 8, FR 42 and IT 46. The offset stays the same across the whole chart.
Measurement chart: bust, waist, hips
| EU / DE | International | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | XXS | 76 cm / 29.9 in | 60 cm / 23.6 in | 84 cm / 33.1 in |
| 34 | XS | 80 cm / 31.5 in | 64 cm / 25.2 in | 88 cm / 34.6 in |
| 36 | S | 84 cm / 33.1 in | 68 cm / 26.8 in | 92 cm / 36.2 in |
| 38 | M | 88 cm / 34.6 in | 72 cm / 28.3 in | 96 cm / 37.8 in |
| 40 | L | 92 cm / 36.2 in | 76 cm / 29.9 in | 100 cm / 39.4 in |
| 42 | XL | 96 cm / 37.8 in | 80 cm / 31.5 in | 104 cm / 40.9 in |
| 44 | XXL | 100 cm / 39.4 in | 84 cm / 33.1 in | 108 cm / 42.5 in |
| 46 | XXL | 104 cm / 40.9 in | 88 cm / 34.6 in | 112 cm / 44.1 in |
| 48 | 3XL | 110 cm / 43.3 in | 94 cm / 37 in | 118 cm / 46.5 in |
| 50 | 3XL | 116 cm / 45.7 in | 100 cm / 39.4 in | 124 cm / 48.8 in |
| 52 | 4XL | 122 cm / 48 in | 106 cm / 41.7 in | 130 cm / 51.2 in |
| 54 | 4XL | 128 cm / 50.4 in | 112 cm / 44.1 in | 136 cm / 53.5 in |
How to measure yourself
Measure in your underwear with a soft tape. Three measurements are enough:
- Bust: around the fullest part, with the tape level across your back.
- Waist: around the narrowest part, usually a hand width above your navel.
- Hips: around the fullest part of your seat.
Keep the tape snug but not tight. The values in the chart are guide values, not a promise. If you fall between two sizes, go by your bust for tops and by your hips for trousers and skirts.
Between two sizes
If your measurements land on two different sizes, go by the garment. Bust decides for tops, hips decide for trousers and skirts. With separates you can take a different size top and bottom.
When in doubt, take the larger number. Taking a garment in is easier than letting it out.
Common questions
What is UK 12 in EU sizes?
UK 12 is European size 40. Add 28 to the UK number.
Which size fits a 92 cm bust?
A bust of 92 cm (36.2 in) points to European size 40 as a guide value. Check your waist and hips as well.
Is every brand size chart the same?
No. This chart shows the standard values. Every brand cuts a little differently, so check the size chart of the maker if you are unsure.