Understanding jean sizes across different systems can be challenging. Below are comprehensive size conversion charts for both women's and men's jeans, followed by explanations and FAQs to help you find your perfect fit.
It's essential to understand that these charts represent general guidelines and may not perfectly align with every brand's sizing.
Women's Jean Size Conversion Chart
| US Size | Jean Size | Alpha Size | Waist (IN) | Waist (CM) | Hip (IN) | Hip (CM) | UK | EU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 000 | 23 | XXS | 22.5-23.5 | 57-60 | 32-33 | 81-84 | 0 | 28 |
| 00 | 24 | XS | 23.5-24.5 | 60-62 | 33-34 | 84-86 | 2 | 30 |
| 0 | 25 | XS | 24.5-25.5 | 62-65 | 34-35 | 86-89 | 4 | 32 |
| 2 | 26 | S | 25.5-26.5 | 65-67 | 35-36 | 89-91 | 6 | 34 |
| 4 | 27 | S | 26.5-27.5 | 67-70 | 36-37 | 91-94 | 8 | 36 |
| 6 | 28 | M | 27.5-28.5 | 70-72 | 37-38 | 94-97 | 10 | 38 |
| 8 | 29 | M | 28.5-29.5 | 72-75 | 38-39 | 97-99 | 12 | 40 |
| 10 | 30 | L | 29.5-30.5 | 75-77 | 39-40 | 99-102 | 14 | 42 |
| 12 | 31 | L | 30.5-32.5 | 77-83 | 40-41.5 | 102-105 | 16 | 44 |
| 14 | 32 | XL | 32.5-34.5 | 83-88 | 41.5-43 | 105-109 | 18 | 46 |
| 16 | 33 | XL | 34.5-36 | 88-91 | 43-45 | 109-114 | 20 | 48 |
| 18 | 34 | XXL | 36-38 | 91-97 | 45-47 | 114-119 | 22 | 50 |
| 20 | 35 | XXL | 38-40 | 97-102 | 47-49 | 119-124 | 24 | 52 |
Men's Jean Size Conversion Chart
| Jean Size | Waist (IN) | Waist (CM) | Hip (IN) | Hip (CM) | Alpha Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | 28-29 | 71-74 | 34-35 | 86-89 | XS |
| 28 | 29-30 | 74-76 | 35-36 | 89-91 | XS |
| 29 | 30-31 | 76-79 | 36-37 | 91-94 | S |
| 30 | 31-32 | 79-81 | 37-38 | 94-97 | S |
| 31 | 32-33 | 81-84 | 38-39 | 97-99 | M |
| 32 | 33-34 | 84-86 | 39-40 | 99-102 | M |
| 33 | 34-35 | 86-89 | 40-41 | 102-104 | L |
| 34 | 35-36 | 89-91 | 41-42 | 104-107 | L |
| 35 | 36-37 | 91-94 | 42-43 | 107-109 | XL |
| 36 | 37-38 | 94-97 | 43-44 | 109-112 | XL |
| 38 | 38-40 | 97-102 | 44-46 | 112-117 | XXL |
| 40 | 40-42 | 102-107 | 46-48 | 117-122 | XXL |
| 42 | 42-44 | 107-112 | 48-50 | 122-127 | XXXL |
| 44 | 44-46 | 112-117 | 50-52 | 127-132 | XXXL |
FAQ
How do I use these charts to find my size?
Measure your waist and hips, then find the corresponding measurements in the chart to determine your size across different systems.
How accurate are these charts across different brands?
While these charts provide a good general guide, sizes can vary between brands. Always check brand-specific size charts when available.
What should I do if I'm between sizes?
The jean's style is often more important than the fabric composition.
For looser styles like boyfriend jeans or cargo pants, you may prefer the smaller size.
For tighter fits like flared jeans, opt for the larger size.
Can I use the chart for jean size conversion?
Yes, most brands use the same measurements and sizes for all the bottoms including pants and jeans. And if you want to convert your jeans and pants between international standards, this chart will help you.
