Table of clothing sizes for women and men of different countries

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Published: 08/13/2021

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When buying clothes, you have to face difficulties in determining the size, since the size chart markings in Europe, Russia, and America do not match. One label has letters, the other has numbers. The ability to understand the size scale helps you choose an item. Please note: the table of sizes for women’s clothing from different countries does not coincide with the parameters of the men’s size range.

• 1 International clothing sizes for women
• 2 Size charts for men of all countries
• 3 How to take measurements correctly
• 4 Conclusion

International clothing sizes for women

Products from foreign manufacturers are marked as follows:

1. Latin letters indicate the size corresponding to the international standard. The letter S is small, M is medium, and L is large; very small - XS, smallest - XXS; very large - XL, and even larger - XXL, XXXL, 4XL, 5XL.
2. The labels of brands from Europe contain not only Latin letters, but also numbers. If you add 6 to them, you get the Russian size range. For example, 44 is 50 Russian size.
3. The labeling of clothing from Italy is 4 units less than Russian, so 42 corresponds to our 46.
4. The US size scale is 36 divisions smaller than in the Russian Federation, that is, the number 12 on the tag of an American item means 48 Russian size.
5. Asian labeling corresponds to the international standard, but for Russian women it is better to buy products 1-2 sizes larger.

Below is the ratio of the international and Russian sizing charts for women's clothing:

However, the size range of American and European manufacturers is labeled differently, which is reflected in the table of clothing sizes for women in different countries:

You should know! On the tags there is the letter P, meaning “petit”, that is, “small”, or L – short for “long”, which translates as “long”. Products with the letter P are designed for women of short stature, up to 165 cm, and items with the designation L are suitable for those whose height exceeds 182 cm. These clothes, unlike standard ones, have sleeves shorter or longer by 3 cm, the length of the skirt is shorter or longer by 5-10 cm, and trouser legs - by 5 cm.

Differences in markings are due to the type of clothing. The Russian size range of shoulder products resting on the shoulders: shirts, blouses, jackets, dresses, outerwear - correlates with the volume of the waist, chest, hips, which increase by 4 units in subsequent sizes:

Knowing the difference between the size ranges of Russia and other countries of the world, it is easy to convert to the Russian scale:

• if it is a European grid, add 6 divisions, getting Russian markings;
• when the item is made in Italy, the number should be increased by 4;
• we add 36 to the designation on the label of American brands.

In Russia, the size range of waist-length women's clothing: trousers, skirts, shorts is determined by the circumference of the waist and hips. For example, with size 38, the waist circumference is 54-58 cm, the hips are 82-84 cm. In each subsequent size division, these measurements increase by 4 centimeters. So, size 40 corresponds to a waist circumference of 58-62, hips 84-88.

On a note! The size chart for women's belt products made in America starts from 0, which means 38 Russian or international XXS.

Information on sizes will help you choose jeans:

There are two numerical designations on the tags of women's jeans from American brands. The first indicates the waist size, the second - the length of the leg from the inside.

Why Finnish clothing is so popular

Manufacturers think about the fact that their clothes are considered a global brand and pay attention to quality. To sew outerwear, they use innovative technologies and materials that can be worn for more than one season. They are designed for harsh climates and are suitable for Russian frosts, unlike Chinese clothing. Well-known companies on the market necessarily test and control the quality of their items.

The fabrics are environmentally friendly, and outerwear is separately treated with a special water-repellent compound. This does not make things heavier, but increases wear resistance. Finnish things are not cheap, but they are high quality. At the same time, Finnish clothing is larger, which makes it more comfortable to wear and does not restrict movement. These are high quality items, and the fabrics used for sewing are durable.

It is important that the manufacturer thinks through every detail in the design of the model. But, despite all the positive reviews from Russians, it is necessary to pay attention to the quality of the seams, gluing and other processing of the item.

What is the difference between Finnish sizes?

Finnish manufacturers, like many clothing companies, use European sizes, which customers often see in stores. But at the same time, things often run larger than European ones, and are distinguished by a spacious cut. If clothes are ordered online, then the only way not to miss the size is to measure the volume.

The word Rinnanymparys on the clothing tag translates to chest volume. For the Vyötärönympärys indicator, you need to measure your waist at the narrowest point. By measuring the hips at the widest point, the buyer will receive Lantionympärys. For trousers, the Jalan sisäpituus indicator is important - this is the length from the groin to the floor. To select a shirt, you need neck circumference. On the tags it is designated as Kauluskoko. If all measurements are taken correctly, then you can buy the clothes you like without additional fitting. Before purchasing, you should compare your measurements with the manufacturer's sizing chart.

When sewing jeans, the manufacturer also uses international sizes, which are expressed in inches. On the tags of men's suits you can see markings based on your body type. For example, on the label of clothes for a thin build, B is written. If a person is tall and thin, then the manufacturer marks the item as B1.

For a normal build and average height, the marking C is typical. For average stature and short stature, the letters OS are applied. If a person is of heavy build or plump, but has an average height, the clothes are marked with the letters OD. If you are short and overweight, E is written on the tag.

Size charts for men of all countries

The numbers and letters indicating the size range of women's and men's items do not always coincide. Below is a table of men's clothing sizes from different countries, compared with Russian markings:

Men's items are marked as follows:

The size range of different types of clothing corresponds to the measurements required for selection. So, jeans, trousers, shorts are selected according to the size of the waist and hips:

Author:

Anastasia Kukushkina

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