What does a European size 42 in women's jackets convert to in the US?

A European 42 in women's jackets is roughly a US 6. The exact match depends on whether you're looking at Italian, French, or German sizing since each country numbers differently. Italian 42 is a US 6, French 42 is a US 10, and German 42 is a US 12. Always check which country's system the brand uses before converting your women's jacket size.

If I wear a size XXL, what would my European size be?

XXL in US women's sizing is roughly a 16, which converts to Italian 52, French 48, and German 46. European brands often run a bit smaller in the cut, so even with the right number you might want to check the garment's actual measurements. If you're on the edge, sizing up is usually safer with European labels.

How do I find my European jacket size from my US size?

Look up your US jacket size in the chart and read across to the European column you need. A US 10, for example, is an Italian 46, French 42, or German 40. Since jacket sizing depends on bust and shoulder width, measure those before converting. A tape measure around the fullest part of your bust gives you the most useful number.

Are European sizes smaller than US sizes?

The numbers are higher, but the garments can fit smaller. A US 8 is an Italian 44, so the European number is bigger, yet Italian and French brands often cut narrower through the torso. In practice, you might need to go one size up from your converted number when buying from European brands. Comparing your actual centimeter measurements to the brand's size chart is the safest approach.

How should I take my body measurements for the most accurate fit?

Use a soft tape measure and wear thin clothing or underwear. Measure your bust at the fullest point, your waist at the narrowest part of your torso, and your hips at the widest point over your buttocks. Keep the tape snug but flat, not pulled tight. Having someone help you, especially for bust and hips, gives more reliable numbers than doing it yourself in a mirror.

Why do measurements in centimeters matter for international women's sizes?

Most countries outside the US use centimeters, and many international size charts list body measurements in cm. If you know your waist is 72 cm, you can match that directly to a brand's chart without converting from inches first. It removes a step and reduces the chance of picking the wrong size, especially when shopping from French, German, or Japanese retailers.

How do bra sizes fit into this women's size conversion chart?

They don't, really. This chart covers dresses, jackets, coats, blouses, and sweaters. Bra sizing works differently because it combines a band measurement (the number) with a cup size (the letter), and both vary across countries. A US 34DD is not the same as a UK 34DD. If you're shopping for bras internationally, you'll need a separate lingerie size conversion chart.

Can I use this women's size chart for all types of clothing?

It works well for dresses, jackets, coats, blouses, and sweaters since those all follow the same sizing convention. Jeans and pants often use waist-based sizing (24, 25, 26...) which is a different system. Activewear tends to use S/M/L labels that vary wildly by brand. For those categories, check the brand's own measurements rather than a general conversion chart.

How do vanity sizing and different sizing standards affect this conversion chart?

Vanity sizing is real and it's annoying. A US 6 at one brand might measure like a US 8 at another because some brands deliberately label sizes smaller to flatter customers. This chart gives you the standard conversion, but the actual garment may not match. The workaround: ignore the label and compare your bust, waist, and hip measurements in centimeters to the brand's own size table. That's more reliable than any number-to-number conversion.

Women's International Size Conversion Chart

Convert women's clothing sizes between US, UK/AU, Italian, French, German, Japanese, and Russian sizing systems. Covers dresses, jackets, coats, blouses, and sweaters.

Last updated: February 23, 2026

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International Conversion Chart for Women's Dresses, Jackets, Coats, Blouses & Sweaters

Convert women's clothing sizes between international sizing systems. Click any row to highlight equivalent sizes.

US	UK/AU	Italy	France	Germany	Japan	Russia	S-M-L
0	4	36	32	30	5	38	XS
2	6	38	34	32	7	40	S
4	8	40	36	34	9	42	S
6	10	42	38	36	11	44	M
8	12	44	40	38	13	46	M
10	14	46	42	40	15	48	L
12	16	48	44	42	17	50	L
14	18	50	46	44	19	52	XL
16	20	52	48	46	21	54	XXL
18	22	54	50	48	23	56	XXXL

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How to Measure Yourself

Bust

1.Stand straight with your arms relaxed at your sides.
2.Wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of your bust.
3.Keep the tape level across your back and snug but not tight.
4.Read the measurement in inches or centimeters.

Waist

1.Stand naturally and locate your natural waistline, the narrowest part of your torso.
2.Wrap the tape around your waist, keeping it level all the way around.
3.Don't pull the tape too tight — you should be able to fit a finger between the tape and your body.
4.Read the measurement while breathing normally.

Hips

1.Stand with your feet together.
2.Wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of your hips and buttocks.
3.Keep the tape level and parallel to the floor.
4.Make sure the tape is snug but doesn't compress the skin.

Tips for International Size Shopping

Know that sizing standards differ by country

A US 6 is not the same as a French 6 or an Italian 6. Each country has its own numbering system, so always convert rather than assuming the number means the same thing everywhere.

Take your measurements before shopping

Measure your bust, waist, and hips with a soft tape measure. These three numbers are the foundation for finding the right size in any international system.

Check the brand's own size chart

Even within the same country, brands can vary by a full size or more. Many retailers publish their own measurement tables, which are more accurate than generic conversion charts.

Pay attention to the cut and style

A bodycon dress and a relaxed blazer in the same labeled size will fit very differently. Consider how the garment is designed to sit on your body before choosing a size.

Size up for structured garments

Jackets, blazers, and coats are less forgiving than knits. If you're between sizes in structured outerwear, go with the larger size for comfortable layering.

Review the return policy for international orders

Returns on international purchases can be costly and slow. Before ordering, confirm the retailer's return process and keep all tags on until you're sure about the fit.

FAQ on Women's International Size Conversion Chart

Start by figuring out your US dress size from your body measurements (bust, waist, hips). Then find that number in the first column of the chart and read across. If your US size is 8, you'd be a UK/AU 12, Italian 44, French 40, German 38, Japanese 13, and Russian 46. Brand fit still varies, so treat the chart as your starting point and check the brand's own guide when you can.

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