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When shopping for women’s clothing, understanding size guides can be crucial to ensuring a good fit. Since sizing can vary between brands and regions, most online stores provide size charts to help you choose the right size. Here’s an overview of typical size guides you might encounter when shopping for women’s apparel:
1. General Size Guide (India & International)
| India Size | Bust (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hips (cm) | US Size | UK Size | EU Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 78-82 | 62-66 | 86-90 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 32-34 |
| S | 83-87 | 67-71 | 91-95 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 36-38 |
| M | 88-92 | 72-76 | 96-100 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 40-42 |
| L | 93-97 | 77-81 | 101-105 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 44-46 |
| XL | 98-102 | 82-86 | 106-110 | 16-18 | 20-22 | 48-50 |
| XXL | 103-107 | 87-91 | 111-115 | 20-22 | 24-26 | 52-54 |
- Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your bust.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline (the narrowest part).
- Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.
2. Dress Size Guide
For dresses, size guides often focus on bust, waist, and hip measurements. Here’s a more specific breakdown:
| Size | Bust (inches) | Waist (inches) | Hips (inches) | US Size | UK Size | EU Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 30-32 | 24-26 | 34-36 | 0-2 | 4-6 | 32-34 |
| S | 32-34 | 26-28 | 36-38 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 36-38 |
| M | 34-36 | 28-30 | 38-40 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 40-42 |
| L | 36-38 | 30-32 | 40-42 | 12-14 | 16-18 | 44-46 |
| XL | 38-40 | 32-34 | 42-44 | 16-18 | 20-22 | 48-50 |
| XXL | 40-42 | 34-36 | 44-46 | 20-22 | 24-26 | 52-54 |
3. Jeans/Pants Size Guide
For pants, sizing is usually based on waist and inseam (length). Here’s an example of typical measurements:
| Size | Waist (inches) | Hips (inches) | US Size | UK Size | EU Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 26 | 36 | 2 | 6 | 34 |
| 28 | 28 | 38 | 4 | 8 | 36 |
| 30 | 30 | 40 | 6 | 10 | 38 |
| 32 | 32 | 42 | 8 | 12 | 40 |
| 34 | 34 | 44 | 10 | 14 | 42 |
| 36 | 36 | 46 | 12 | 16 | 44 |
- Waist: Measure around the natural waistline.
- Hips: Measure at the fullest part of your hips.
- Inseam: Measure from the top of the inner thigh to the ankle. This helps determine the length of pants.
4. Footwear Size Guide
Women’s shoe sizes differ by region, so you may see different size charts based on the country. Here’s a guide for conversion between Indian, UK, US, and European sizes:
| India Size | UK Size | US Size | EU Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 |
| 5 | 4 | 6 | 37 |
| 6 | 5 | 7 | 38 |
| 7 | 6 | 8 | 39 |
| 8 | 7 | 9 | 40 |
| 9 | 8 | 10 | 41 |
- Foot Length: You can also measure the length of your foot in centimeters and compare it to the brand’s chart to determine the right size.
5. Lingerie Size Guide
Lingerie sizing is typically based on your bust and underbust measurements.
| Size | Bust (inches) | Underbust (inches) |
|---|---|---|
| 32B | 32 | 27-28 |
| 34B | 34 | 29-30 |
| 36B | 36 | 31-32 |
| 32C | 32 | 27-28 |
| 34C | 34 | 29-30 |
| 36C | 36 | 31-32 |
6. Tips for Shopping Clothing Online:
- Measure Yourself: Always take your measurements with a soft measuring tape and check the size chart provided by the retailer. Body measurements may vary between brands, so it’s always good to confirm.
- Fit Types: Consider whether the item is designed to be loose, fitted, or body-hugging when choosing the size.
- Customer Reviews: Look at reviews and see if customers mention how the product fits (e.g., runs large or small).
- Return Policy: Make sure the store has an easy return/exchange policy in case the item doesn’t fit.