US Size to EU Size Conversion Table
| US Size (US) | EU Size (EU) | Reference Benchmark | Formula Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 US | 32 EU | Petite French silk camisole & slip skirt | EU = 0 + 32 = 32 |
| 2 US | 34 EU | Tailored Parisian wool gabardine blazer | EU = 2 + 32 = 34 |
| 4 US | 36 EU | Classic Continental cotton poplin shirt dress | EU = 4 + 32 = 36 |
| 6 US | 38 EU | Haute couture pleated crepe midi skirt | EU = 6 + 32 = 38 |
| 8 US | 40 EU | German precision-tailored business trousers | EU = 8 + 32 = 40 |
| 10 US | 42 EU | Iconic camel hair double-breasted overcoat | EU = 10 + 32 = 42 |
| 12 US | 44 EU | Structured Scandinavian virgin wool knitwear | EU = 12 + 32 = 44 |
| 14 US | 46 EU | Draped European evening cocktail gown | EU = 14 + 32 = 46 |
| 16 US | 48 EU | Plus-fit Parisian bohemian floral maxi dress | EU = 16 + 32 = 48 |
| 18 US | 50 EU | Tailored Continental stretch denim trousers | EU = 18 + 32 = 50 |
| 20 US | 52 EU | Waterproof alpine all-weather hooded jacket | EU = 20 + 32 = 52 |
| 22 US | 54 EU | Flowing velvet formal evening caftan | EU = 22 + 32 = 54 |
| 24 US | 56 EU | Insulated Nordic quilted winter coat | EU = 24 + 32 = 56 |
| 26 US | 58 EU | Bespoke European ceremonial evening suit | EU = 26 + 32 = 58 |
| 28 US | 60 EU | Hand-beaded Continental couture gala gown | EU = 28 + 32 = 60 |
| 30 US | 62 EU | Atelier customized formal evening ensemble | EU = 30 + 32 = 62 |
US Size to EU Size Formula & Unit Definitions
Because both the American and European systems follow uniform grading intervals (2 inches per US size and approximately 4 to 5 cm per European size), the conversion between standard ready-to-wear sizes is a direct linear addition: EU = US + 32.
Quick Estimation: Simply add 32 to your US dress size to find your European size. For example, a US 4 is an EU 36, a US 6 is an EU 38, and a US 8 is an EU 40.
US Size (US)
Source Standard- Calibrated under ASTM D5585 specifications for female apparel sizing.
- Graded on an even scale starting from size 0 and 2 up through plus sizes 18 to 24+.
- Garment patterns incorporate standard North American ease allowances for torso and hips.
EU Size (EU)
Target Standard- Standardized across Continental Europe under the EN 13402 garment sizing framework.
- Numbered on an even scale starting from EU 32 (US 0) through EU 44 (US 12) and EU 50+.
- Continental patterns typically feature tailored waists and clean, structured tailoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.How do you convert US clothing size to European EU size?
Add 32 to your US dress size. For example, a US 6 is an EU 38, and a US 8 is an EU 40. To convert in the opposite direction, consult our EU to US clothing converter.
Q.What is the formula for converting US to European clothing sizes?
The official formula is EU = US + 32. It translates American imperial ready-to-wear sizing into the Continental European metric standard.
Q.What is a US size 6 in European clothing?
A US size 6 corresponds to an EU size 38 (6 + 32 = 38). In European sizing, this represents a standard Small/Medium.
Q.Is European clothing sizing the same as French and German sizing?
Standard EU sizing follows German sizing closely (EU 38 = US 6). French sizing (FR) is often one number higher (FR 40 = US 6), whereas Italian sizing (IT) is offset by +40 (IT 42 = US 6).