Chinese Size Chart to US: Shoes & Clothes, Men, Women & Kids
As more and more clothing and footwear are manufactured in China, a thorough understanding of Chinese sizes becomes essential for buying products made there. This comprehensive guide includes Chinese clothing and shoe size charts, international conversions, and tips and tricks for finding the perfect size Chinese garments or shoes.
Understanding Chinese Sizes
As might be expected, Chinese sizes differ considerably from current US sizing standards. For example, clothes from China are sometimes labeled with two numbers, e.g., 165/80. In this figure, the first number represents the height of the wearer in centimeters. The second number expresses the circumference of the wearer’s chest or bust in centimeters.
Alternatively, Chinese clothes—especially those intended for export—often are labeled in basic alpha sizes (XS, S, M, etc.). In this case, please remember that Chinese alpha sizes, as most Asian sizes, tend to run smaller than their US or UK counterparts, so in many cases, an M should rather be regarded as an S.
- Chinese Clothing Sizes for Men, Women and Kids
- Chinese Shoe Sizes for Men, Women and Kids
Chinese Clothing Size Charts
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Chinese Sizes Men (Tops, Shirts)
For articles of men’s clothing such as T-shirts, coats, and collared shirts, sizes are labeled with a height and chest circumference number measured in centimeters, e.g., 170/96-98. For dress shirts, the measurement of chest circumference in inches is often used in place of centimeters.
US Alpha SizingChina Alpha SizingChinese Sizes -Height/Chest (cm)Chinese Dress Shirt SizesChest Circumference
(inches)XSS160/84-8733 – 3434″SM165/88-9035 – 3737″ML170/96-9838 – 3939″LXL175/101-10440 – 4141″XLXXL180/106-10942 – 4343″XXLXXXL185/111-13044 – 4545″
Chinese Sizes Men (Bottoms, Pants)
Chinese Pant SizesUS Alpha SizingWaist
(inches)Inseam Length
(inches)40XS28″30″42XS29″30″44S30″32″46S32″32″48M33″32″50M34″32″52L36″34″54L38″34″56XL40″34″
Chinese Sizes Women (Tops, Shirts)
For women’s tops, sizes are also indicated with a dual number, representing height and bust circumference in centimeters, e.g., 165/88.
US Alpha SizingChinese Alpha SizingChinese Sizes -Height/Chest (cm)Chest Circumference
(inches)Height (feet & inches)XSS160-165/84-8633”5’3”SM165-170/88-9034”5’5”ML167-172/92-9636”5’6”LXL169-173/98-10238”5’7”XLXXL172-176/106-11040”5’8”
Chinese Sizes Women (Bottoms, Pants)
Chinese Women Pant SizesChinese Alpha SizingUS Misses SizeUS Alpha SizingUS W/L Size32XS0XXS25/3034S2XS26/3036M4 – 6S28/3138L8 – 10M30/3140XL12 – 14L32/3242XXL16 – 18XL34/32
More details about European size conversions is available here.
Chinese Sizes Children
Chinese sizes for children’s clothes are measured and labeled in a variety of ways. A couple examples: In China, children’s clothing sizes can be based on age (1Y, 2Y, 3Y, 4Y, etc.) or on height in centimeters.
US Children Clothes SizesChinese Sizes (Age)Chinese Size (Height in cm)1Y1Y – 2Y73 – 802Y2Y – 3Y75 – 853Y3Y – 4Y85 – 954Y4Y – 5Y95 – 1055Y6Y – 7Y105 – 1156Y-7Y8Y – 9Y115 – 1258Y-9Y10Y – 11Y125 – 13510Y-11Y12Y – 13Y135 – 14512Y14Y – 15Y145 – 155
Chinese Shoe Sizes
The sizing standard used for Chinese shoe sizes deviates significantly from that used in the US and even in other Asian countries like Japan. It is, however, quite similar to the sizing standard used in the EU. In general, shoe sizes in China are measured in centimeters.
Chinese Shoe Size Chart – Men & Women
Chinese Shoe SizeUS Men’s Shoe SizeUS Women’s Shoe Size31131.51.5320.5232.512.5331.5333.523.5342.5434.534.5353.5535.545.536.54.563756.537.55.573867.5396.5839.578.5407.5940.589.541.58.51041.5910.542.59.51143.51011.54410.51244.51112.545.511.513461213.546.512.514471314.547.513.51548.51415.54914.51649.51516.55015.517
Chinese Shoe Size Chart Children
US Kids Shoe SizeChinese Kids Shoe SizeFoot Length
(inches)4C226.3″6C236.5″8C246.7″9C256.9″10C267.1″10.5C277.3″11C287.5″11.5C297.7″12C307.9″13C318.1″13.5C328.3″
Here’s a comprehensive guide on Men & Women’s Shoe Sizes.
Check this for Kid’s Shoe Sizes.
Tips for Buying Chinese Sizes
- Measurement System: In the US, clothing sizes are typically based on numerical categories, such as small, medium, and large. In China, clothing sizes are often based on specific measurements, including height, weight, and bust size. Clothing measurements in China are usually expressed in centimeters (cm), not in inches.
- On average, Chinese people tend to be shorter and have a smaller build compared to Americans. This can have an impact on clothing sizes, as clothing manufacturers will create sizes that fit the average body type of their target market. For clothing, Chinese sizes tend to run smaller than their corresponding Western sizes (US, UK and EU). Consequently, a Chinese “medium” in all likelihood would be smaller than a “medium” in the US. Convert UK to US sizes here. A common practice for people accustomed to buying US clothing is to simply move up 2 to 3 sizes to get an approximate Chinese conversion size quickly and easily. A safer, more reliable method would be to consult the charts on this page.
- Conversion Charts: Due to the differences in measurement systems, it’s important to have a conversion chart when shopping for clothing in China. This can help you find the equivalent US size based on your specific measurements.
- Brand Variations: There can be variations in size even within the same country, as different brands and manufacturers may use different size charts. This is why it’s important to check the size chart provided by each brand, or to try on clothing in person if possible.
- Women’s Sizes: Women’s clothing in China may have more fitted waist and hips, while in the US, women’s clothing is often more form-fitting overall. Women’s sizes in China may also take into account weight and bust size, while US sizes may only consider height and weight.
- Men’s Sizes: Men’s clothing in China may have a looser, boxier fit, while in the US, men’s clothing may have a more tailored fit. Men’s sizes in China may be based on height and weight, while US sizes may be based on height and chest measurement.
