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To take the stress out of shopping online for clothing from other countries, we've researched a few different sources and constructed a few handy conversion charts for all your international online shopping needs.
A few easy rules to remember:
AU dress sizing is the same as the UK; minus 2 sizes to get your US size.
S/M/L can vary hugely – always check the retailer's own sizing chart.
French sizes are also used in Belgium and Portugal.
German sizes are also used in Austria, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway.
Women's dress sizes
Women's dress sizes in Australia
Some places like France, Spain, Italy and Germany are sized roughly according to the size of the hip, give or take a few inches. If you know your Australian dress size, matching it up to the hip measurement should give you roughly what your size would be in those countries.
Australian size
Bust
Waist
Hips
INCHES
CM
INCHES
CM
INCHES
CM
4
32
78
24.5
60
34
84
6
33
80.5
25.5
62.5
35
86.5
8
34
83
26.5
65
36
89
10
36
88
28.5
70
38
94
12
38
93
30.5
75
40
99
14
40
98
32.5
80
42
104
16
42
103
34.5
85
44
109
18
45
110.5
37.5
92.5
47
116.5
20
50
127
42.9
109
54.7
139
22
52.8
134
45.7
116
57.5
146
24
55.5
144
48.4
123
60.2
153
Women's dress size chart: International
Australian sizes are measured the same as the UK. So if you're a 10 in Australia, you'll need a 10 from a UK-based store.
If you're purchasing from an American store, you'll need to go 2 sizes smaller. So if you're a 10 in Australia, you're a 6 in the US.
Japanese sizes are 1 digit bigger, rather than 1 size. So a 10 in Australia is an 11 in Japan.
Most other countries' measurements are roughly the same as the hip measurement in inches.
Australia
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
UK
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
France & Spain
32
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
Germany
34
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
54
Italy
36
38
40
42
44
46
48
50
52
54
56
US
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
Japan
5
7
9
11
13
15
17
19
21
23
27
Men's shirt sizes
Men's shirt sizes in Australia are equal to the size of your chest in inches. If your chest measures 36 inches, you'll be a size 36.
Size
Chest
Neck
INCHES
CM
INCHES
CM
XXXS
30-32
76-81
14
36
XXS
32-34
81-86
14.5
37.5
XS
34-36
86-91
15
38.5
S
36-38
91-96
15.5
39.5
M
38-40
96-101
16
41.5
L
40-42
101-106
17
43.5
XL
42-44
106-111
17.5
45.5
XXL
44-46
111-116
18.5
47.5
XXXL
46-48
116-121
19.5
49.5
Men's jacket/suit sizes
For some countries, the size you need for a jacket corresponds to the size of your chest in inches. If you know your jacket size in Australia, you'll be able to buy the same size from a store in the US or the UK, which all measure in inches.
If buying from a store in Italy or France, add 10 to the Australian size. For example, if you're a 38 in Australia, you'll be a 48.
US
UK
Italy
France
Australia
Japan
Chest (inches)
Chest (CM)
34
34
44
44
34
S
34
86
36
36
46
46
36
36
92
38
38
48
48
38
M
38
97
40
40
50
50
40
L
40
102
42
42
52
52
42
42
107
44
44
54
54
44
LL
44
112
Men's trouser sizes
Similar to how shirt sizes correspond to the size of your chest, pant sizes for men are equal to the size of your waist in Australia. This is also the case in France, the US and UK.
If you're buying pants from an Italian store, add 16 to your size. So if you're a 30 in Australia, you'll be a 46 in Italy.
US
UK
Italy
France
Australia
Japan
Waist (inches)
Waist (cm)
28
28
44
28
28
XS
28
71
29
29
45
29
29
29
74
30
30
46
30
30
S
30
76
31
31
47
31
31
31
79
32
32
48
32
32
M
32
81
33
33
49
33
33
33
84
34
34
50
34
34
L
34
86
35
35
51
35
35
35
89
36
36
52
36
36
XL
36
92
37
37
53
37
37
37
94
38
38
54
38
38
2XL
38
97
39
39
55
39
39
39
99
40
40
56
40
40
3XL
40
102
Common questions about finding your dress size
What clothes size should I be for my height?
There is no specific size you should be for your height; your overall health cannot be determined only by dress size, so it's best to see a doctor if you want advice on what a healthy size would be for you. The average height and weight for a woman in Australia are 70kg and about 161cm tall.
How can I find out my dress size?
The best way to determine your dress size is to use a conversion chart such as the ones above. These are based on our research across the web, but if a retailer you're buying from has its own, it's best to check that out. Use a tape measure to get accurate bust, waist and hip measurements at home.
What dress size is a "Medium"?
This varies from brand to brand and by country. Some stores will consider a medium to be a size 10, while others a size 12-14. As an average, a Medium is likely to be around a size 12. Generally a Small will be an AU 8-10 and a Large an AU 14-16. An Extra Small is likely to be a size 6, with an Extra Large likely to be a size 18. This is all dependent on retailers, dress cut and shape – so we'd always recommend trying a dress on, checking the store's own sizing chart or using a retailer with free returns.
What dress size is plus size?
It absolutely depends on the retailers, but a lot of plus-size-specific retailers will stock from a size 14 or 16.
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Shirt Size 41 or Large in NZ is Size 16 in UK. Shirt Size 16 in UK is also Size 41 in Australia. Therefore, Size 41 or large in NZ is same as in AU.
I am a size 18. What is 18 in China? I don’t want measurements, just eg. XXL or XXXL etc. I sent away to Fashionmia for a size XL, which in Australia is an 18, and it was more like a 10! I am so frustrated. Five items that don’t fit costing $200+ and they’re offering me an $80 coupon! And I can keep the clothes which don’t fit and nothing like the ads
To clarify, did you purchase a dress at Fashionmia?
Please note that we’re a product comparison website and we hold no affiliation with any company we feature on our site. We provide general information on products to assist you in your buying decision process hence we cannot recommend product / service that is rightfully fit for you.
Generally, Asian sizes are smaller compared to UK US or AU sizes. S/M/L can vary hugely – always check the retailer’s own sizing chart.
I bought a size XL on line which in Australia is a size 18. However it came from China and while it had size XL on the dress it was more like a 10! What size is an 18 in Chinese please?
Thanks for your message and for visiting finder – the leading comparison website & general information service built to give you advice in your buying decision needs. How are you doing today?
Please note that we’re a product comparison website and we hold no affiliation with any company we feature on our site. We provide general information on products to assist you in your buying decision process hence we cannot recommend product / service that is rightfully fit for you.
May I ask from which store did you buy the dress from? You can check the sizing/size chart that they use on their website. For refunds/exchange, you may contact them as well about it.
Hope this helps! Feel free to message us anytime should you have further questions.
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Hi I am shopping online. It says in US that L(6) is large. what size is that in Australia? I need to know before I buy, thank you.
Hi Gracie,
A US sized 6 is the equivalent to an Australian size 10.
Regards,
Stephanie
Hi, what is a new zeland mens sz41 shirt or large in AU sizing please?
Hi Jim,
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Shirt Size 41 or Large in NZ is Size 16 in UK. Shirt Size 16 in UK is also Size 41 in Australia. Therefore, Size 41 or large in NZ is same as in AU.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Nikki
I am a size 18. What is 18 in China? I don’t want measurements, just eg. XXL or XXXL etc. I sent away to Fashionmia for a size XL, which in Australia is an 18, and it was more like a 10! I am so frustrated. Five items that don’t fit costing $200+ and they’re offering me an $80 coupon! And I can keep the clothes which don’t fit and nothing like the ads
. What to do?
Jean
Hi Jean,
To clarify, did you purchase a dress at Fashionmia?
Please note that we’re a product comparison website and we hold no affiliation with any company we feature on our site. We provide general information on products to assist you in your buying decision process hence we cannot recommend product / service that is rightfully fit for you.
Generally, Asian sizes are smaller compared to UK US or AU sizes. S/M/L can vary hugely – always check the retailer’s own sizing chart.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Nikki
I bought a size XL on line which in Australia is a size 18. However it came from China and while it had size XL on the dress it was more like a 10! What size is an 18 in Chinese please?
Hi Jean!
Thanks for your message and for visiting finder – the leading comparison website & general information service built to give you advice in your buying decision needs. How are you doing today?
Please note that we’re a product comparison website and we hold no affiliation with any company we feature on our site. We provide general information on products to assist you in your buying decision process hence we cannot recommend product / service that is rightfully fit for you.
May I ask from which store did you buy the dress from? You can check the sizing/size chart that they use on their website. For refunds/exchange, you may contact them as well about it.
Hope this helps! Feel free to message us anytime should you have further questions.
Cheers,
Nikki