Finding the right clothing size shouldn’t mean guessing. This guide covers chest, waist, hips, and inseam measurements converted to inches for men, women, and babies, along with regular, plus, petite, and junior sizing.
Women’s Clothing Size Chart
Women’s Regular Sizing
Maps US sizes XS–XL to bust, waist, and hip measurements for everyday women’s apparel.
| Size | US Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 0-2 | 32″-33″ | 24″-25″ | 34.5″-35.5″ |
| S | 4-6 | 34″-35″ | 26″-27″ | 36″-37″ |
| M | 8-10 | 36″-37″ | 28″-29″ | 38.5″-39.5″ |
| L | 12-14 | 38.5″-40″ | 30.5″-32″ | 41″-42.5″ |
| XL | 16-18 | 41.5″-43″ | 33.5″-35″ | 44″-45.5″ |
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Women’s Plus Sizing
Converts 0X–5X sizing into precise bust, waist, and hip inches for plus-size shoppers.
| Size | US Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0X | 12W | 40″ | 33″ | 42″ |
| 1X | 14W-16W | 42″-44″ | 35″-37″ | 44″-46″ |
| 2X | 18W-20W | 46″-48″ | 39″-41″ | 48″-50″ |
| 3X | 22W-24W | 50″-52″ | 43″-45″ | 52″-54″ |
| 4X | 26W-28W | 54″-56″ | 47″-49″ | 56″-58″ |
| 5X | 30W-32W | 58″-60″ | 51″-53″ | 60″-62″ |
Women’s Petite Sizing
Breaks down petite (2P–14P) sizing for shorter frames across bust, waist, and hip.
| Size | US Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 2P | 32″ | 23.5″ | 34″ |
| S | 4P-6P | 33″-34″ | 24.6″-25.6″ | 35″-36″ |
| M | 8P-10P | 35″-36″ | 26.5″-27.5″ | 37″-38″ |
| L | 12P-14P | 37.5″-39″ | 29″-30.5″ | 39.5″-41″ |
Women’s Junior Sizing
Details junior sizing (0–13) aimed at younger or smaller-framed women.
| Size | US Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 0-1 | 31″-32″ | 23″-24″ | 33″-34″ |
| S | 3-5 | 31″-32″ | 23″-24″ | 33″-34″ |
| M | 7 | 35″ | 27″ | 37″ |
| L | 9-11 | 36″-37.5″ | 28″-29.5″ | 38″-39.5″ |
| XL | 13 | 39″ | 31″ | 41″ |
Women’s Casual Shirts
Adds sleeve length and shoulder width on top of bust, waist, and hip for casual tops.
| Size | US Size | Bust | Waist | Hip | Sleeve | Shoulder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 0-2 | 30.3″ | 25.2″ | 31.4″ | 35.4″ | 13.4″ |
| M | 4 | 32.2″ | 27.1″ | 33.4″ | 39.3″ | 13.8″ |
| L | 6 | 34.2″ | 29.1″ | 35.4″ | 39.7″ | 14.1″ |
| XL | 8 | 36.2″ | 30.7″ | 37.3″ | 40.1″ | 14.5″ |
Women’s Pants – Regular Sizing
Regular Sizing — Focuses on waist and hip measurements for standard women’s pants and trousers.
| Size | US Size | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 0-2 | 24″-25″ | 34.5″-35.5″ |
| S | 4-6 | 26″-27″ | 36.5″-37.5″ |
| M | 8-10 | 28″-29″ | 38.5″-39.5″ |
| L | 12-14 | 30.5″-32″ | 41″-42.5″ |
| XL | 16-18 | 33.5″-35″ | 44″-45.5″ |
Women’s Pants – Plus Sizing
Extends the 0X–5X system specifically to waist and hip fit for pants.
| Size | US Size | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0X | 12W | 33″ | 42″ |
| 1X | 14W-16W | 35″-37″ | 44″-46″ |
| 2X | 18W-20W | 39″-41″ | 48″-50″ |
| 3X | 22W-24W | 43″-45″ | 52″-54″ |
| 4X | 26W-28W | 47″-49″ | 56″-58″ |
| 5X | 30W-32W | 51″-53″ | 60″-62″ |
Women’s Pants – Petite Sizing
Narrows down petite pants sizing by waist and hip for a shorter inseam fit.
| Size | US Size | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 2P | 23.5″ | 34″ |
| S | 4P-6P | 24.6″-25.5″ | 35″-36″ |
| M | 8P-10P | 26.5″-27.5″ | 37″-38″ |
| L | 12P-14P | 29″-30.5″ | 39.5″-41″ |
Men’s Clothing Size Chart
Men’s Dress Shirts
Ties neck size, sleeve length, and chest together for formal shirts like Van Heusen or Brooks Brothers styles.
| Size | Neck | Sleeve | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 14.5″-15″ | 33″-34″ | 36″-37″ |
| M | 15.5″-16″ | 34″-35″ | 38″-40″ |
| L | 16″-16.5″ | 35″-36″ | 41″-43″ |
| XL | 17″-17.5″ | 36″-37″ | 44″-46″ |
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Men’s Casual Shirts
Uses chest and waist inches to size everyday shirts from XS to XXL.
| Size | Chest | Waist |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 35.75″ | 28″ |
| S | 37.75″ | 30″ |
| M | 39.75″ | 32″ |
| L | 41.75″ | 34″ |
| XL | 44.75″ | 37″ |
| XXL | 46.75″ | 39″ |
Men’s Casual Shirts – Big & Tall
Expands sizing up to XXXL with chest, shoulder, and waist for larger builds.
| Size | Chest | Shoulder | Waist |
|---|---|---|---|
| M | 39.37″ | 17.72″ | 29.37″ |
| L | 40.94″ | 18.11″ | 40.94″ |
| XL | 42.52″ | 18.5″ | 42.52″ |
| XXL | 44.09″ | 18.9″ | 44.09″ |
| XXXL | 45.67″ | 19.29″ | 45.67″ |
Men’s Coats & Jackets
Combines chest, waist, and arm length for outerwear from brands like The North Face, Patagonia, and Outdoor Research.
| Size | Chest | Waist | Arms |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 34″-36″ | 28″-30″ | 31.5″-32″ |
| M | 38″-40″ | 32″-34″ | 32.5″-33″ |
| L | 42″-44″ | 36″-38″ | 33.5″-35″ |
| XL | 46″-48″ | 40″-42″ | 34.5″-35″ |
| XXL | 50″-52″ | 44″-46″ | 35.5″-36″ |
Baby Clothing Size Chart (By Weight & Height)
| Size | Weight | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Preemie | Up to 6 lbs | Up to 17″ |
| Newborn (NB) | 6-9 lbs | Up to 21.5″ |
| 0-3 Months | 9-12.5 lbs | 21.5″-24″ |
| 3-6 Months | 12.5-17 lbs | 24″-26.5″ |
| 6-9 Months | 16-19 lbs | 26.5″-27.5″ |
| 9-12 Months | 19-22 lbs | 28″-29.5″ |
| 12-18 Months | 22-25 lbs | 30″-31.5″ |
| 18-24 Months | 25-28 lbs | 32″-33.5″ |
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Baby Body Measurements (Chest, Waist, Hips in Inches)
| Age | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Months | 16″ | 18″ | 19″ |
| 6 Months | 17″ | 19″ | 20″ |
| 12 Months | 18″ | 20″ | 20″ |
| 18 Months | 19″ | 20.5″ | 21″ |
| 24 Months | 20″ | 21″ | 22″ |
How to Measure Yourself
- Chest/Bust — Keep tape flat and parallel to the floor. Measure around the fullest part of your chest/bust. Used for tops and dresses.
- Hips — Stand with feet together. Measure the fullest part of your hips, including buttocks.
- Inseam — Wear your best-fitting pants and shoes. Measure from crotch to inside hem, to the nearest half inch.
- Neck — Wrap tape around the Adam’s apple, keeping it level all the way around. Used for dress shirts.
FAQs
How do I know my clothing size?
Measure your chest, waist, and hips with a tape measure, then match the numbers to a size chart — don’t rely on the label alone.
What is true to size in clothing?
True to size means the garment fits exactly as the size chart states, with no extra room from vanity sizing.
Is 40 size M or L?
A 40″ chest is usually a size L for men, though it falls close to M in some slimmer-cut brands.
Is 32 a size L or M?
A 32″ waist is typically a size M for men and a size S-M range for women’s pants.
Is 36 size S or M?
A 36″ chest/bust usually falls in the M range for men and women, depending on the brand’s cut.
Is a 42 size L or XL?
A 42″ chest is generally XL for men, though some brands still list it as L.
Is size 18 big?
Size 18 is considered a plus size, typically falling in the 1X-2X range depending on the brand.