Women's Pant Size Conversion
Women's Pant Size Conversion
Convert women's pant and trouser sizes. While this tool focuses on jeans sizing (waist inches), the conversions generally apply to most pants.
Size Converter
Enter your waist size or measurement
Great! We'll use the exact flat measurement.
Converted Sizes
Reference Table
| US | UK | EU | AU | IT | FR | Waist (cm) | Inseam (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 36 | 32 | 56 | 30 |
| 23 | 5 | 33 | 5 | 37 | 33 | 58.5 | 30 |
| 24 | 6 | 34 | 6 | 38 | 34 | 61 | 30 |
| 25 | 7 | 35 | 7 | 39 | 35 | 63.5 | 30 |
| 26 | 8 | 36 | 8 | 40 | 36 | 66 | 30 |
| 27 | 9 | 37 | 9 | 41 | 37 | 68.5 | 32 |
| 28 | 10 | 38 | 10 | 42 | 38 | 71 | 32 |
| 29 | 11 | 39 | 11 | 43 | 39 | 73.5 | 32 |
| 30 | 12 | 40 | 12 | 44 | 40 | 76 | 32 |
| 31 | 13 | 41 | 13 | 45 | 41 | 78.5 | 32 |
| 32 | 14 | 42 | 14 | 46 | 42 | 81 | 32 |
| 34 | 16 | 44 | 16 | 48 | 44 | 86 | 34 |
| 36 | 18 | 46 | 18 | 50 | 46 | 91 | 34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
👖 How to Measure for Jeans
For the best fit, measure a pair of jeans that fit you well, rather than measuring your body directly. Lay them flat on a hard surface.
1. Waist
- Lay the jeans flat on a hard surface.
- Pull the waistband tight so the front and back align.
- Measure across the top edge and double the number.
2. Inseam
- Measure from the crotch seam down the inside of the leg to the hem.
- Keep the tape straight.
3. Front Rise
- Measure from the crotch seam up to the top of the waistband.
- This determines if they are high, mid, or low rise.
4. Thigh
- Measure across the leg, 1 inch below the crotch seam.
- Double this number for the full thigh circumference.
💡 Fit Tips
Raw Denim
Raw denim stretches up to 1 inch in the waist. Buy them snug.
Sanforized
Most modern jeans are pre-shrunk (sanforized) and won't shrink much.
Related Tools
Explore related conversion tools to find exactly what you need
💡Quick Answer
Women's pant sizes vary by region. A US size 8 is typically a UK 12 and an EU 40. Always check if the sizing is based on waist inches (e.g., 29) or numerical sizes (e.g., 8).
Understanding Women's Pant Sizing
Women's pant sizing is notoriously inconsistent across brands and countries. You might be a size 8 in one store and a size 12 in another. Understanding the difference between numerical sizes (2, 4, 6) and waist-based sizes (26, 27, 28) is crucial for finding the right fit.
Pant Sizing Tips
- Know Your Measurements: Measure your natural waist (narrowest part) and hips (fullest part) in inches. Use these measurements, not your dress size, when shopping online.
- Waist vs. Hip Fit: If your hips are significantly wider than your waist, prioritize the hip measurement to avoid pulling across the front. You can always take in the waist with a belt or tailoring.
- Rise Matters: High-rise pants sit at your natural waist. Mid-rise sit below the belly button. Low-rise sit on the hips. Measure your waist where the pants will actually sit.
- Fabric Stretch: Pants with 2%+ elastane will stretch and conform to your body. 100% cotton or wool pants have minimal give and should fit perfectly when you try them on.