American clothing sizes: decoding into Russian

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Published: 08/09/2021

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When shopping from America via the Internet, you can buy good things, but it is important to take into account the fact that American clothing and shoe sizes are slightly different from ours. Each country uses its own measuring grids. US measurements are taken not in centimeters, but in inches; this may require additional time to convert measurements to their measurement system. In order to facilitate this process, special tables have been developed in which the US size is matched to the Russian one.

In the United States, two types of size markings are accepted - a numerical designation from 0 to 22, a letter designation - XS, M, L, XL and so on. These designations come from the first letters of the description s - small - small, m - medium - medium and others.

1 Correspondence tables for men
2 Size charts for women
3 US children's sizes
4 Conclusion

Correspondence tables for men

All men's clothing is described by only two indicators: chest and waist circumference. When choosing shirts, additionally indicate the neck circumference to choose a collar.

The parameters of trousers, shorts and jeans indicate the length of the leg, which is measured from the inner thigh. Letter designations will help you navigate in height and size. S - intended for men with a height of no higher than 172 centimeters, R - suitable for those with a height of 170-185 centimeters, L - for those above 180 centimeters, XL - extra long - for those with a height of more than 190-200 cm.

The sleeve size in jackets may depend on the letter index; the average step is 2-3 centimeters. It’s easier to navigate according to Russian measurements using the table.

Bust volume	US marking	Russian markers
84	32	42
88	34	44
92	36	46
96	38	48
100	40	50
104	42	52
108	44	54

For your information! The information is for reference only; each manufacturer may have its own parameters.

In order to avoid missing sizes, it is better to order a smaller item, since many stores, especially mass markets, like to increase measurements. The more expensive the brand, the more likely it is that the measurement grid will be followed.

According to the numerical marking, 2 corresponds to 40 in Russia. Size 10 us is translated into Russian as 48.

Other nuances

When choosing trousers, shorts and skirts, in order to reliably determine the number, it is recommended to measure your hip width. Moreover, breast volume can be ignored. The same goes for choosing shirts for men.

When determining the norm, it is better to start not from the maximum, but from the minimum mark of permissible volume parameters. Thus, the item will fit better on the body, and in the case of a child, he will be able to wear it longer.

Since Americans apply the same digital designations that may be accepted in other countries, in order not to make a mistake when choosing a number, it is recommended to also look for the country of manufacture on the tag.

The diagrams below help convert Russian sizes to American and US clothing sizes to Russian. In order for the result to be as clear as possible, it is recommended to rely on digital designations and measurements of the physical parameters of the body. It is recommended to measure body values immediately before purchasing an item, and the results should be updated at least once every six months for women and men and at least once a month for children, since they grow faster.

Size charts for women

When translating women's sizes us into Russian, it is important to pay attention to the mark P or L. These letters indicate length characteristics, Petite means small measurements, intended for girls whose height does not exceed 165 centimeters. Long is used for models of items designed for heights greater than 182 centimeters.

When choosing clothes, take into account the following parameters of the female figure:

Breast volume - measurements are taken at the most protruding points.
Waist circumference is the narrowest part of the abdomen.
Hip volume – by volume points, at the widest point.

When purchasing a jacket, additional sleeve and shoulder length is required. A woman’s figure does not always correspond to standard parameters; in this case, it is important to rely on the type of figure. The size is selected so that it emphasizes the advantages of the body, not the disadvantages. When choosing sweaters, the size is selected according to the chest girth, skirts and dresses are selected according to the hip girth.

Important! Teenage items in America are designated by odd numbers, and large sizes are marked wide - which translates as “wide.”

Letter designations

When translating American clothing sizes into Russian, you do not have to deal with translating letter designations. The American identification grid is represented by numbers. If you need to convert the size of an item from the USA to an international standard (XS, S, M, l, XL, etc.), you can use the diagrams for converting the US size to European or match the Russian number of the European one, and then convert the American clothing size to Russian, and Russian - into European. Such confusion in meaning most often occurs when buying second-hand items, when it can be difficult to find out the country of manufacture, and calculating the required size is even more difficult. At the same time, it is recommended to choose clothes that can be tried on, without relying solely on the designation on the tag.