Waist Size Chart: Inches, CM, Pants, Jeans & Dresses

Convert waist measurements in inches and centimeters to women's, men's, UK, EU and alpha clothing sizes.

Waist size conversion chart

Waist label	Body waist	US apparel	UK	EU	Alpha
24	23.5-24.5 in / 60-62 cm	Women 00-0	UK 4	EU 30-32	XXS
26	25.5-26.5 in / 65-67 cm	Women 2-4	UK 6-8	EU 34-36	XS-S
28	27.5-28.5 in / 70-72 cm	Women 6-8	UK 10-12	EU 38-40	S-M
30	29.5-30.5 in / 75-77 cm	Women 10-12 / Men 30	UK 14-16	EU 42-44	M-L
32	31.5-32.5 in / 80-83 cm	Women 14-16 / Men 32	UK 18-20	EU 46-48	L-XL
34	33.5-34.5 in / 85-88 cm	Women 18 / Men 34	UK 22	EU 50	XL
36	35.5-36.5 in / 90-93 cm	Women 20 / Men 36	UK 24	EU 52	XXL
38	37.5-38.5 in / 95-98 cm	Women 22 / Men 38	UK 26	EU 54	XXL-3XL

Men's pants labels often equal waist inches, while women's numeric sizes are less direct.

Natural waist is usually the narrowest part of the torso, above the belly button.

Keep the tape level and relaxed; do not pull it tight.

For low-rise pants, compare the garment rise and hip measurement too.

For jeans, waist alone is not enough; check hips and stretch content.

Use waist plus inseam for pants fit.

Compare waist, hips, and denim sizes.

Check bust, waist, and hips together.

Is waist size the same as pants size?

For many men's pants, the label is close to waist inches. Women's sizes are less direct and need a chart.

Where should I measure my waist?

Measure your natural waist, usually the narrowest part of your torso above the belly button.

What if my waist and hip sizes fall in different rows?

For bottoms, prioritize the larger or more fitted measurement, then use tailoring or stretch if needed.