Body Measurements Chart
Body Measurements Chart
Use this body measurements chart for women and men to understand bust, waist, hip, and chest measurements and compare them with clothing size references. Includes US, UK, and EU size charts in inches and centimeters.
Compare Your Body Measurements
Enter your measurements in the body shape calculator to compare your proportions and get an estimated body-shape category.
How to Measure
How to Take Your Body Measurements
Before using any body measurements chart, you need accurate measurements. Here is how to take the four key measurements correctly.
Bust / Chest
Wrap a soft tape measure around the fullest part of your chest or bust. Keep the tape level and parallel to the floor without pulling it tightly. For clothing measurements, use the measurement method recommended by the specific size chart or brand.
Waist
Find your natural waist by bending slightly to one side and noticing where your torso naturally creases. Wrap the tape around this area, keeping it level and comfortably snug. Stand normally and breathe naturally rather than pulling your stomach in.
Hips
Stand naturally and place the tape around the fullest part of your hips and seat. Keep the tape level all the way around without pulling it tightly. Use the same measurement method consistently when comparing your measurements with a size chart.
Height
Stand against a wall without shoes. Place a flat book on top of your head level with the wall. Mark the wall at the bottom of the book. Measure from the floor to the mark. Height is used for dress length, trouser length, and some size chart references.
Women's Size Chart
Women's Body Measurements & Size Chart — US, UK & EU
This women's clothing size reference compares bust, waist, and hip measurements with approximate US, UK, and EU size ranges. Clothing sizes vary by brand, garment, and sizing system, so use the specific brand's chart when available.
| US Size | UK Size | EU Size | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hips (in) | Bust (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hips (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS / 0 | 6 | 32 | 31–32 | 23–24 | 33–34 | 79–81 | 58–61 | 84–86 |
| XS / 2 | 8 | 34 | 33–34 | 25–26 | 35–36 | 84–86 | 64–66 | 89–91 |
| S / 4 | 10 | 36 | 35–36 | 27–28 | 37–38 | 89–91 | 69–71 | 94–97 |
| S / 6 | 12 | 38 | 37–38 | 29–30 | 39–40 | 94–97 | 74–76 | 99–102 |
| M / 8 | 14 | 40 | 39–40 | 31–32 | 41–42 | 99–102 | 79–81 | 104–107 |
| M / 10 | 16 | 42 | 41–42 | 33–34 | 43–44 | 104–107 | 84–86 | 109–112 |
| L / 12 | 18 | 44 | 43–44 | 35–36 | 45–46 | 109–112 | 89–91 | 114–117 |
| L / 14 | 20 | 46 | 45–46 | 37–38 | 47–48 | 114–117 | 94–97 | 119–122 |
| XL / 16 | 22 | 48 | 47–48 | 39–40 | 49–50 | 119–122 | 99–102 | 124–127 |
| 1X / 18 | 24 | 50 | 49–50 | 41–43 | 51–53 | 124–127 | 104–109 | 130–135 |
| 2X / 20 | 26 | 52 | 51–53 | 44–46 | 54–56 | 130–135 | 112–117 | 137–142 |
| 3X / 22 | 28 | 54 | 54–56 | 47–49 | 57–59 | 137–142 | 119–124 | 145–150 |
These size ranges are approximate and can vary by brand, garment, and sizing system. Compare your measurements with the specific brand's chart when available. If your measurements fall across different size ranges, follow the brand's guidance for choosing a size.
Men's Size Chart
Men's Body Measurements & Clothing Size Chart
This men's clothing size reference compares chest, waist, and hip measurements with approximate size ranges. Clothing measurements vary by brand, garment, and sizing system, so check the specific brand's chart when available.
| Size | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Hips (in) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hips (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 32–34 | 26–28 | 33–35 | 81–86 | 66–71 | 84–89 |
| S | 35–37 | 29–31 | 36–38 | 89–94 | 74–79 | 91–97 |
| M | 38–40 | 32–34 | 39–41 | 97–102 | 81–86 | 99–104 |
| L | 41–43 | 35–37 | 42–44 | 104–109 | 89–94 | 107–112 |
| XL | 44–46 | 38–40 | 45–47 | 112–117 | 97–102 | 114–119 |
| 2XL | 47–49 | 41–43 | 48–50 | 119–124 | 104–109 | 122–127 |
| 3XL | 50–52 | 44–46 | 51–53 | 127–132 | 112–117 | 130–135 |
These size ranges are approximate and can vary by brand, garment, and sizing system. Compare your measurements with the specific brand's size chart when available.
Body Shape
Body Shape from Measurements — Proportion Chart
Your measurements can be used to compare body proportions and estimate a body-shape category. Different body-shape systems use different definitions and thresholds, so these descriptions are general references rather than universal rules.
| Body Shape | Bust & Hips | Waist | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourglass | Bust and hips are relatively balanced | Noticeably smaller than bust and hips | Illustrative example: 36-26-36 |
| Pear | Hips are wider than bust | Often defined relative to hips | Illustrative example: 34-27-39 |
| Triangle | Hips are noticeably wider than bust | May be defined or less defined | Illustrative example: 34-28-40 |
| Apple | Bust and hips may be relatively similar | Midsection is relatively fuller | Illustrative example: 38-36-39 |
| Rectangle | Bust and hips are relatively similar | Less pronounced difference between waist and bust/hips | Illustrative example: 36-30-37 |
| Inverted Triangle | Bust or shoulders are wider than hips | May be defined or less defined | Illustrative example: 40-32-36 |
| Spoon | Hips are wider than the bust, often with a more pronounced high-hip curve | Waist is usually more defined relative to the hips | Illustrative example: 34-27-40 |
Body-shape categories are not standardized measurements. The examples above are illustrative; use the calculator and the relevant body-shape guide to compare your proportions.
Use the body shape calculator to compare your measurements and get an estimated body-shape category:
Body Shape Calculator →Average Measurements
Reference Body Measurements
Body measurements vary by country, age, population, and measurement method. The figures below are provided as general reference ranges and should not be treated as universal standards or targets.
Average women's measurements — US
Bust: 38–40 inches (97–102 cm)
Waist: 34–36 inches (86–91 cm)
Hips: 41–43 inches (104–109 cm)
Height: 5 ft 4 in (163 cm)
Dress size: US 16–18
Average women's measurements — UK
Bust: 38 inches (97 cm)
Waist: 34 inches (86 cm)
Hips: 40 inches (102 cm)
Height: 5 ft 4 in (163 cm)
Dress size: UK 16
Average men's measurements — US
Chest: 41–43 inches (104–109 cm)
Waist: 36–40 inches (91–102 cm)
Hips: 40–42 inches (102–107 cm)
Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Shirt size: L–XL
Common Body-Proportion References
Body-proportion descriptions are used in some clothing, fashion, and body-shape systems, but there is no single universal proportion that defines an ideal body. These examples are illustrative references rather than health or appearance targets.
Illustrative hourglass example: 36-26-36
Hourglass proportions: A noticeably smaller waist relative to the bust and hips.
Pear proportions: Hips are generally wider than the bust.
Apple proportions: The midsection is relatively fuller compared with the hips.
V-taper proportions: The shoulders or chest are relatively broader than the waist and hips.
Body measurements vary considerably between individuals and populations. Clothing sizes also differ between brands and sizing systems, so these figures are general references rather than universal standards. For clothing purchases, compare your measurements with the specific brand's size chart whenever available.
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FAQ
Body Measurements Chart — FAQs
What are standard body measurements?
Common body measurements used for clothing and body-shape references include the bust or chest, waist, and hips. Depending on the clothing item or size chart, other measurements such as height, inseam, shoulders, or sleeve length may also be used.
How do I read a body measurements chart?
Compare your measurements with the ranges shown in the chart. Because clothing sizes vary by brand, garment, and sizing system, use the specific brand's size chart whenever it is available.
What is the average body measurement for a woman?
There is no single average body measurement that represents all women. Measurements vary by country, age, population, and measurement method. The reference figures on this page should not be treated as universal standards.
How do body measurements relate to body shape?
Body measurements can be compared to estimate body-shape proportions. For example, hips that are wider than the bust may be associated with pear-shaped proportions, while a relatively smaller waist with balanced bust and hips may be associated with hourglass proportions. Body-shape definitions vary between systems. Use the body shape calculator to compare your measurements and get an estimated category.
What is the difference between body measurements and dress size?
Body measurements are physical measurements such as bust, waist, and hips, while dress sizes are labels assigned by a particular sizing system or brand. The same measurements can correspond to different size labels between brands, countries, or garments. Compare your measurements with the specific brand's size chart when available.