Plus Size Chart: XL to 5X, US, UK, EU, Bust, Waist & Hips

Plus size chart for XL, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X and 5X with US, UK, EU and body measurements.

Plus size chart: XL through 5X

Use bust, waist and hips to compare plus size labels across US, UK and EU systems.

Alpha	US	UK	EU	Bust	Waist	Hips
XL / 1X	US 16-18	UK 20-22	EU 48-50	42-45 in / 107-114 cm	35-38 in / 89-97 cm	45-48 in / 114-122 cm
2X	US 20-22	UK 24-26	EU 52-54	46-49 in / 117-124 cm	39-42 in / 99-107 cm	49-52 in / 124-132 cm
3X	US 24-26	UK 28-30	EU 56-58	50-53 in / 127-135 cm	43-46 in / 109-117 cm	53-56 in / 135-142 cm
4X	US 28-30	UK 32-34	EU 60-62	54-57 in / 137-145 cm	47-50 in / 119-127 cm	57-60 in / 145-152 cm
5X	US 32-34	UK 36-38	EU 64-66	58-62 in / 147-157 cm	51-55 in / 130-140 cm	61-65 in / 155-165 cm

Plus, curve and extended-size labels are not standardized. Compare the brand measurement chart whenever possible.

Compare common women, men and unisex XXXL / 3XL sizing references.

Label	Primary size equivalent	Waist guide	International note	Extra measurement	Fit note
Women 3XL / 3X	US 24-26	UK 28-30	EU 56-58	50-53 in / 127-135 cm	43-46 in / 109-117 cm
Men 3XL	Chest 54-56 in / 137-142 cm	Waist 46-50 in / 117-127 cm	EU 64-66 jacket	Neck 19-20 in / 48-51 cm	Check sleeve and torso length
Unisex 3XL tee	Chest 53-56 in / 135-142 cm	Waist 46-49 in / 117-124 cm	Varies by brand	Usually relaxed	Use garment width when provided

XXXL and 3X can mean different cuts. In women sizing, 3X is often a plus-size cut; in unisex apparel, 3XL may be a scaled straight-size cut.

Measure over light clothing or underwear and keep the tape parallel to the floor.

For tops, jackets, and dresses, start with bust or chest, then check waist and hips.

For pants and jeans, prioritize waist, hips, rise, and inseam instead of the label alone.

If you are between sizes, choose by garment fit: size up for structured pieces and compare stretch for knit items.

Compare 3XL and 3X labels.

Use the women apparel measurement hub.

Review extended tee sizing.

Is 1X the same as XL?

Not always. XL can be a straight-size cut, while 1X is often a plus-size cut with different proportions.

What size is 3X?

Women 3X commonly maps near US 24-26, but bust, waist and hip measurements are more reliable.

Why do plus size charts vary so much?

Brands use different fit models, grading rules and ease, so measurements are more reliable than labels.