Sizes S M L XL XXL: decoding and comparison of different standards.

With the development of online trading, it is advisable for every clothing buyer to select the correct sizes when ordering, but their designations still remain unclear to many.

This is due to the fact that clothing size designations differ not only in different countries, but often also from different large manufacturers. In fact, the introduction of clothing symbols was done to make it easier for customers to select clothes.

To introduce labeling, manufacturers often used different parameters and different measurement systems. In Europe and Asia, clothing sizes are traditionally measured in centimeters, while in the United States and some other Western countries they are measured in inches.

It should also be taken into account that the average height of people in different countries is different, therefore big sizes for Asian countries often corresponds to medium or even small in European countries. However, the approach to determining clothing parameters is approximately the same everywhere, since tailors all over the world take measurements in approximately the same places to sew clothes.

Increasingly, the same Latin letters S M L XL XXL are used to indicate clothing sizes. The decoding of these symbols is quite simple and corresponds to the initial letters of the words in English– small, medium, large. The exception is the letter X, which corresponds to the word extra. Thus, the decoding of these symbols can be reduced to a simple table:

However, if you look at the correspondence of these designations to actual clothing sizes, you will notice a significant difference for clothing from the European continent and American manufacturers.

Therefore, when selecting products in online stores, you must take into account exactly where they were produced. these clothes, and use the corresponding tables to determine the real parameters. In the same way, you need to make allowances when choosing in online stores in the Asian region.

It should be especially noted that confusion often arises when purchasing clothes from German manufacturers. The clothing labeling used in Germany does not correspond to Russian digital designations and often diverges from the designations of European standards.

Therefore, when selecting clothes from Germany, popular among Russian buyers, you need to focus on German parameters, the explanation of which is usually given in the appendix of wholesaler catalogs.

It is even more important to consider that the sizes of men's and women's clothing differ significantly in the measurements that need to be taken when selecting clothes. Thus, men's clothing in size S will always be too large for a woman, who usually buys clothes with this designation in ladies' clothing stores.

Fans of unisex clothing should take this into account. Although in Russia European clothing sizing standards are increasingly being used, you also need to know how size decoding corresponds to Russian standards, a legacy of the Soviet Union.

As for Chinese clothing stores, which are so popular in Russia, it is better to take measurements for selecting clothes not according to symbols, but according to the size chart, which, as a rule, is laid out by online stores along with the product. In order not to make mistakes when choosing clothes from the Asian region, it is better for ordinary centimeters to measure their parameters in centimeters and compare them with the parameters of the size chart.

This simple step will help even an inexperienced buyer choose the right clothes and avoid mistakes. As for regular visitors to Chinese clothing stores, they already know approximately how much adjustment to take when decoding in sizes S M L XL XXL XXXL.

How to choose the right size

Which one is the best small size- S, M, L? This must be understood in order to do right choice. Each person has individual body parameters. These include the volume of the chest, waist, hips, shoulder width, length of legs and arms, height. It often turns out that on a girl who wears size 42, for example, a suit will fit perfectly, but for a woman with round shapes, a jacket needs to be chosen in size 44, and a skirt in size 48. Experts do not advise blindly trusting the size on the label. Manufacturers often indicate approximate values, that is, statistical averages.

When purchasing, of course, you should be guided by the indicated size, but it is better to try on several things to determine what fits best. When buying clothes from a Russian or Ukrainian manufacturer, pay attention to the label - it indicates your height in cm, which may differ from yours by three centimeters, smaller or larger. Foreign manufacturers, as a rule, indicate this size on the labels: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XLL. It is also international. Used for labeling by American manufacturers.

What is the smallest size - S or M? In this case, S is smaller and suits women and men with a thin, slender build. How to correctly measure yourself with a centimeter? For determining correct size shoes and clothing, certain anthropometric indicators are used that need to be correctly determined. What parameters should be measured to accurately know the size of clothes and shoes?

1. Height. To correctly measure your height, you will need outside help, a pencil and a ruler. Stand barefoot and straight against the wall. You need to put the ruler on your head, draw a straight line from the top of your head to the wall, and make a mark. Then, using a centimeter, calculate the distance from the mark to the very bottom.
2. Chest circumference. You will need a soft one for measuring tape measure. Wrap it around your chest so that the centimeter passes through the most prominent points.
3. Waist. Measure using a centimeter. When taking measurements, you do not need to pull in your stomach, otherwise the parameters will be incorrect.
4. Hip girth. Measure fifteen to eighteen centimeters below the waist along the protruding buttocks.
5. Foot size. Determined by two parameters - the length and width of the foot. First, measure the length of your foot with a centimeter; it is better to take such measurements in the morning. Then stand on White list paper and circle foot with a pencil. To correctly determine your foot length, calculate the distance between the farthest points in the figure (usually thumb and heel - diagonally). You need to measure both legs, choose the largest result and round it to the nearest five millimeters.

If you know exactly your parameters, choosing the right suit, jacket, blouse, shirt, shoes will not be difficult. And you will look decent.

Size S

Which size is smaller - S or M? According to the table, S is a smaller size compared to M.

The following parameters are typical for S (women's clothing):

• height - 170 cm;
• chest - 88 cm;
• hips - 92 cm;

For S (men's clothing) are:

• height - 170 cm;
• chest - 92 cm;
• waist - 80 cm;
• size - 46.

Size M

This is a medium size. He's bigger S a couple of centimeters.

The following parameters are typical for M (women's clothing):

• height - 176 cm;
• chest volume - 92 cm;
• hips - 96 cm;

For M (men's clothing) the following parameters:

• height - 176 cm;
• chest - 96 cm;
• waist - 84 cm;
• size - 48.

Size L

Which size is smaller - S or M, if it concerns parameters men's clothing? The answer is the same - S.

L parameters for women's clothing:

• height - 176 cm;
• chest - 96 cm;
• hips - 100 cm;
• Russian size - 48.

L parameters for men's clothing:

• height - 182 cm;
• chest - 100 cm;
• hips - 88 cm;
• Russian size - 50.

So, we found out which size is smaller - S or M. When choosing, be guided, rather, not by the manufacturer’s indicated sizes, but by your own anthropometric data. Then it will be easier to choose perfect option. Women and men have their own clothing parameters, that is, this means that S, M, L and others will be different, since men are physically larger.

If a girl or guy is slim, what should you choose - S or M? The smallest size is S, but if you are tall, then it makes sense to go with M so that the length of the sleeves or legs is normal. The big problem with tall and thin people is that height means you have to go a couple sizes up.

Chest girth is determined as follows: the measuring tape is applied to three main points: on the upper border of the side line of the bra, under the armpit and at the most protruding place of the chest. It is important that when moving the tape up or down the bra cup, the size does not increase, but only decreases - in this case, the measurements will be correct. Waist circumference is the minimum length of the tape, that is, as you move up/down, the figure only increases. Not all women's waists are located at the level of the navel; the natural curve may be higher or lower, and your task is to find the smallest size. Hip circumference - the measuring tape is not applied in the middle of the buttocks, but along the most protruding part of them, while in front it should not fall or be too high - the circumference should be parallel to the floor.

All measurements are taken in underwear, in a standing position.

How we measure things

To make it easier to understand the size selection of women's clothing, we offer a breakdown of the size table:

Chest circumference - the distance from one sleeve armhole to another along the bust level. Waist circumference - for shoulder items - the value in centimeters between the extreme points of the item along the waist level, and for waist items - the length between the side points of the upper cut. Hip circumference - the number of centimeters at the level of the maximum volume of the buttocks. Length is a parameter measured from the shoulder so that the line passes through the most protruding part of the chest to the edge of the item. Back - measured from the bottom vertebra of the neck in the middle of the back to the edge of the item. Sleeve length is determined along the outer edge from the shoulder to the very bottom. Shoulder length - determined from the neck seam to the sleeve edge. The length of the inseam is from the crotch of the jeans to the bottom of the seam. The length of skirts and shorts is determined from the top cut to the edge of the product.

T-shirt is the most sought after item outerwear. We put on T-shirts when going out into nature and relaxing. 80% of people will prefer a T-shirt as clothing for home. Many people will be happy to wear it even to work. Moreover, the T-shirt has no age, no gender, no weight. She is loved by children, young men, women and even older people. Thanks to a well-chosen T-shirt, the figure of its owner can become slimmer, more athletic, and sexier. Conversely, an unsuccessfully chosen style or size can disfigure even the most ideal beauty. How to choose the right T-shirt size?

Most often we see on the label: size M, size L or even cooler XXXL. What do these letters mean? Perhaps M stands for small, but what is this? Large or medium? The letters XXXL look even more intimidating. But, as the great Carlson said: “Calm, only calm!” It's quite simple.

To accurately determine the size of the T-shirt you need, we will use an ordinary measuring tape. So, wrap the tape around your ribcage. Now look carefully at the junction of the beginning of the tape with the scale on it. The number you see there will be your key to determining your T-shirt size.

Suppose you are a representative of the fair half. When measuring the circumference of your chest, you saw the number 76 cm. This means that a T-shirt will suit you perfectly or 40-42 by Russian standards. If you managed to spot the number eighty, then you definitely need to buy a T-shirt in size S (44-46). If the girth is eighty-eight centimeters, feel free to purchase size M (or 46-48). T-shirt size L corresponds to Russian 48-50. Size L can be purchased if your chest circumference is from eighty-eight to ninety-six centimeters. At 97-100 cm - the T-shirt size will be 50-52 or XL, at 101-104 cm -52-54 or XXL.

If you are a man, then you will need to be guided by a slightly different scale. The letters used in determining sizes are the same, but slightly different. Let's take a closer look.

The measurement of the man's chest circumference showed 98 centimeters, know that a T-shirt (or 44-46) will suit you, 99-100 cm - size M (or 46-48). Size L (or 48-50) will fit perfectly on a man whose chest circumference is from 101 to 110 centimeters. The T-shirt will correspond to 50-52 Russian with a chest circumference from 111 to 118 cm. A size larger or XXL (52-54) should be purchased for a man with a chest circumference of no more than 122 cm. Anything larger than this number is XXXL and, as they say , “you need to measure.”

If you don’t have a measuring tape or don’t want to bother with measurements and ratios, then just look at the size on the label of your best T-shirt. You saw, for example, size L, choose something of the same size in the store. There is a high probability that she is the one for you fits better Total. However, do not forget that only trying on a T-shirt you like can give you a 100% guarantee of a perfect fit. Even if you have to try on dozens of T-shirts of different sizes and styles, a well-chosen item will be worth all your efforts. Perhaps in the future the label on this particular T-shirt will help you choose the right size. Happy shopping!

Which size is smaller - S or M? This question most often interests women and men who do not know how to choose the right clothes for themselves. Many people don't even know what size they wear. It often happens that clothes are small or large, sometimes the item itself is labeled incorrectly.

Size chart

It is a code consisting of numbers or letters. It usually corresponds to the parameters of the human body. - S or M? The answer is below.

What do the letter codes on the tags of women's clothing mean?

1. XS-42.
2. S - 44.
3. M - 46.
4. L - 48.
5. XL - 50.
6. XXL - 52.
7. XXXL - 54.
8. BXXL - 58.
9. BXXXL - 60.

Designations on tags of men's clothing:

1. XS-44.
2. S - 46.
3. M - 48.
4. L - 50.
5. XL-52.
6. XXL - 54-56.

Russian interpretation of letters:

• Extra Small (XS) - very small;
• Small (S) - small;
• Medium (M) - average;
• Large (L) - large;
• Extra Large (XL) - very large;
• Extra Extra Large (XXL) - very, very large.

Those with modest measurements most often choose XXS, XS or S.

How to choose the right size

What is the smallest size - S, M, L? You need to understand this in order to make the right choice. Each person has individual body parameters. These include waist, hips, shoulder width, length of legs and arms, height. It often turns out that on a girl who wears size 42, for example, a suit will fit perfectly, but for a woman with round shapes, a jacket needs to be chosen in size 44, and a skirt in size 48. Experts do not advise blindly trusting the size on the label. Manufacturers often indicate approximate values, that is, statistical averages.

When purchasing, of course, you should be guided by the indicated size, but it is better to try on several things to determine what fits best. When buying clothes from a Russian or Ukrainian manufacturer, pay attention to the label - it indicates your height in cm, which may differ from yours by three centimeters, smaller or larger. Foreign manufacturers, as a rule, indicate this size on the labels: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XLL. It is also international. Used for labeling by American manufacturers.

What is the smallest size - S or M? In this case, S is smaller and suits women and men with a thin, slender build. How to correctly measure yourself with a centimeter? To determine the correct size of shoes and clothes, certain anthropometric indicators are used that need to be correctly determined. What parameters should be measured to accurately know the size of clothes and shoes?

1. Height. To correctly measure your height, you will need outside help, a pencil and a ruler. Stand barefoot and straight against the wall. You need to put the ruler on your head, draw a straight line from the top of your head to the wall, and make a mark. Then, using a centimeter, calculate the distance from the mark to the very bottom.
2. cells. You will need a soft measuring tape for measurement. Wrap it around your chest so that the centimeter passes through the most prominent points.
3. Measure using a centimeter. When taking measurements, you do not need to pull in your stomach, otherwise the parameters will be incorrect.
4. Hip girth. Measure fifteen to eighteen centimeters below the waist along the protruding buttocks.
5. Foot size. Determined by two parameters - the length and width of the foot. First, measure the length of your foot with a centimeter; it is better to take such measurements in the morning. Then stand on a white piece of paper and trace foot with a pencil. To correctly determine the length of the foot, calculate the distance between the most distant points in the figure (usually the big toe and heel - diagonally). You need to measure both legs, choose the largest result and round it to the nearest five millimeters.

If you know exactly your parameters, choosing the right suit, jacket, blouse, shirt, shoes will not be difficult. And you will look decent.

Size S

Which size is smaller - S or M? According to the table, S is a smaller size compared to M.

The following parameters are typical for S (women's clothing):

• height - 170 cm;
• chest - 88 cm;
• hips - 92 cm;
• - 44.

For S (men's clothing) are:

• height - 170 cm;
• chest - 92 cm;
• waist - 80 cm;
• size - 46.

Size M

This is a medium size. He's bigger S a couple of centimeters.

The following parameters are typical for M (women's clothing):

• height - 176 cm;
• chest volume - 92 cm;
• hips - 96 cm;
• - 46.

For M (men's clothing) the following parameters:

• height - 176 cm;
• chest - 96 cm;
• waist - 84 cm;
• size - 48.

Size L

Which size is smaller - S or M, if this concerns the parameters of men's clothing? The answer is the same - S.

L parameters for women's clothing:

• height - 176 cm;
• chest - 96 cm;
• hips - 100 cm;
• Russian size - 48.

L parameters for men's clothing:

• height - 182 cm;
• chest - 100 cm;
• hips - 88 cm;
• Russian size - 50.

So, we found out which size is smaller - S or M. When choosing, be guided, rather, not by the manufacturer’s indicated sizes, but by your own anthropometric data. Then it will be easier to choose the ideal option. Women and men have their own clothing parameters, that is, this means that S, M, L and others will be different, since men are physically larger.

If a girl or guy is slim, what should you choose - S or M? The smallest size is S, but if you are tall, then it makes sense to go with M so that the length of the sleeves or legs is normal. The big problem with tall and thin people is that height means you have to go a couple sizes up.