Very often there is a desire to order a thing using virtual services. But then there are doubts that a mistake with the dimensions is possible. After all, it is unlikely to change a thing. In fact, everything is very simple, you just have to understand how the sizes relate to each other and correctly calculate your parameters.
Correct measurements
In order to accurately find out your parameters, you should use a regular measuring tape:
- When determining the girth of the chest, you need to measure its most prominent points.
- In the same way, the volume of the hips is determined - by protruding places.
- Waist should be measured without being too tight.
- Height is calculated from the back of the head to the feet.
- The length of clothing is determined from the place where the neck and shoulder connect.
To find out the Russian parameters of clothing sizes, they are guided by half the volume of the chest. The tape should not be tightened too much or allowed to sag. Having made measurements, it is necessary to divide the obtained value by two and the ratio of Russian clothing numbers will be clarified. For example,if the result is 96 centimeters, then the figure corresponds to 48 the size of things. Having made all the necessary calculations, you can easily pick up things, taking into account the features of your figure.
Half body circumference is used to determine the parameters of individual wardrobe items:
- Skirts, trousers and shorts are measured at the hips.
- In order to choose the right t-shirts, dresses, jackets and tops, you should know the size of the chest.
- For swimwear, you need to determine the girth of the bust and the area under it.
- To determine the numbers of trousers, dresses and suits, you need to use the height indicator.
How do clothing sizes compare?
Every country has its own dimensional grid for things. For example, in Germany and America, clothing sizes are larger than in Russia. The European standard is considered international. In almost all European countries (for example, in Italy, France, Spain, England and others), the dimensional grid of things corresponds to the Russian value.
Latin letters that indicate the ratio of European and Russian clothing sizes:
- 40 size denote XXS;
- 42 has the designation XS;
- 44 stands for Small;
- 46 is considered Medium;
- 48 is Large size;
- 52 – consider XL;
- sizes 54 to 56 are XXL;
- from 58 to 60 will be XXXL.
Now consider the ratio of US and Russian clothing sizes, as well as European indicators:
- Russia –38;
- Europe - 32;
- Italy - 36;
- England - 4;
- USA-4;
- and further respectively: 40-34-38-6-6, 42-36-40-6-6, 44-38-42-8-8, 46-40-44-12-12, 48 -42-46-14-14, 50-44-48-16-16, 52-46-50-18-18, 54-48-52-20-20, 56-50-54-22-22, 58 -52-56-24-24, 60-54-58-26-26, 62-56-60-28-28, 64-58-62-30-30, 66-60-64-32-32, 68 -62-66-34-34.
Dimensional grid in centimeters and Latin values
If the item number is unknown, it can be recognized very simply: all grids with parameters include certain values in centimeters for bust, hips and height. Next, a table of the ratio of clothing sizes is shown, which determines these indicators and will help you find out the appropriate item numbers:
| Latin letter | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Russia | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Chest (centimeters) | 88 | 92 | 96 | 100 | 104 |
| Hips (centimeters) | 96 | 100 | 104 | 108 | 112 |
| Height, cm | below 164 | 164-170 | 170-176 | 176-182 | above 182 |
Baby options
Children's height to size ratio is explained by the table below.
| Height | 86cm | 104cm | 116cm | 128cm | 140see | 152cm | 154cm |
| Age | 2 years | 4 years | 6 years | 8 years | 10 years | 12 years old | 14 years old |
| USA | XXXS | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL |
Things for Men: Finding the Right Metrics
The ratio of the sizes of men's clothing should be carried out, armed with a measuring centimeter. Next, you need to determine the volume of the chest in the armpit area, the girth of the neck, hips and waist. You also need to find out the length of the arms and legs and the width of the shoulders. But measurements alone are not enough - it is important to evaluate your figure, weight and height by appearance.
There are 4 body types to consider:
- Size N is designed for a standard figure over 162 centimeters tall.
- Size B is for men who have a small tummy and are over 162 cm tall. This indicator plays a big role when choosing trousers and jeans.
- Size S - suitable for thin men with a height of 179 cm or more.
- U size - these things are suitable for men with a standard figure and shorter than 162 cm.
The ratio of clothing sizes of different countries is shown in the table.
| Latin markings | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL |
| Chest, cm | 86/96 | 96/101 | 96/106 | 101/116 | 116/137 | 137/142 | - |
| Waist, centimeters | 71/73 | 73/83 | 76/86 | 83/94 | 94/111 | 111/119 | - |
| Russia | 42 | 44/46 | 46/48 | 48/50 | 50/52 | 54/56 | 58/60 |
| USA | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38/39 | 42 | - |
| Europe | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52/54 | 56/60 | - |
Denim pants sizes
Regular standards do not apply to jeans. The main parameters when choosing them are height, inseam length and waist size.
The sizes of denim trousers are considered to be as follows:
| Size | Inseam | Height |
| 30 | 72-78 centimeters | 170-174 centimeters |
| 32 | 78-84 centimeters | 174-178 centimeters |
| 34 | 84-90 centimeters | 178-182 centimeters |
| 36 | over 90 | 182-186 centimeters |
Underwear: size chart
In the US and Russia, such products have differences. The Russian main criterion for determining the size is the volume of the chest, which is divided in half. For example, with a girth of 92 cm, underwear will have the number 46. The Russian 42nd size corresponds to the eighth American, and further: 44-10,46-12, 48-14, 50-16, 52-18, 54-20, 56-22.
For curvy ladies
Some parameters are considered higher than standard and include things from size 50 to 70. The maximum is 72. These products are made for ladies who are overweight or tall. The main criteria that determine the size are the volumes of the chest and hips. Often a non-standard figure is distinguished by a discrepancy between the defining parameters, and then you should select things of such a number, which is determined by the largest girths.
Chest (cm) / Hips (cm) / Size: 99/102-109/112-50, 103/106-113/116-52, 107/110-117/120-54, 111/114 -122/126-56, 115/118-127/130-58, 119/122-132/135-60, 123/126-137/140-62, 127/130-142/145-64, 131/134 -147/150-66, 135/138-152/156-68, 139/142-157/160-70. This table will help ladies with the selection of many items of clothing.
Choosing pants, shorts and skirts
When choosing such outfits, the main criteria are the volume of the hips and waist. Growth is also important, but not critical, because if the length of the product is excessive, it can be corrected. This parameter is needed so that short skirts or trousers are not bought. The Russian standard corresponds to the international classification, but differs from the dimensional grid of Europe and America.
Outerwear
It includes jackets, fur coats, sweaters, coats, jackets. Such clothes are sewn using standard measurements. The required item number is calculated based on height, bust, hips and waist. Ratioclothing sizes are consistent with the international letter classification.
Dresses
In Russia, they are made based on the dimensions of the figure, taking into account height, chest, hips and waist. Many manufacturers of this product also take into account the length of the sleeves.
Swimwear & Underwear
Russian marking corresponds to European sizes. They take into account the number and size of the cup, as well as the volume measured under the breast. In France and Italy, such products are labeled differently, similar to how they do it in the USA and Australia. The indicators also depend on the model of the swimsuit: it can be one-piece or separate. There are four parameters by which the ratio of swimwear sizes is determined - chest girth, volume under it, waist and hip measurements.
Shoes: the nuances of choice
In Russia, the size is determined by the length of the foot. Other countries use the shoe insole in inches or centimeters as this parameter.
The systems by which shoes are numbered are radically different in different countries:
- International standard. The length of the foot is taken as the shoe number. It is measured from the heel to the very protruding toe - the shape of the block does not play a role. This system is also used in Russia.
- English system - measured by the insole. The smallest number in this system is zero and it is equal to four inches. A newly born baby has exactly this size of the legs.
- European system - in it the length is determined by the insole. As a unit of measurementa pin protrudes, which is equal to 6.7 mm. As a rule, the length of the insole is approximately 1 cm longer than that of the foot.
- The American system is similar to the English one.
It is important to remember that the most ideal option when choosing shoes is trying them on. And then, knowing the size and choosing your favorite manufacturer, you can safely place orders.
Recommendations
Owners of short stature should take into account the length of the sleeves and back, in order to choose the right model that will fit perfectly on the owner. When ordering children's clothing, remember that babies grow up quickly, so it's best to take an item with a small margin. Especially pay attention to the products of Asian countries, because almost all of their products are a size or two smaller than Russian ones.
When ordering clothes in online stores, you should ask questions about the dimensional grid to the consultant. They will provide detailed information about the model that has attracted attention. Also, many specialized sites are equipped with a calculator that automatically translates all the necessary parameters.
