Women's sizes
US women's size 18 worldwide
US women's size 18 is EU 50 (German and most European sizing), UK 22, IT 56, FR 52 and JP 23. In letter sizes that is usually XXL. It fits a bust of about 118 cm (46.5 in), a waist of 102 cm (40 in) and hips of 123 cm (48.5 in). In European petite sizing it is 25, in tall sizing 100.
US women's size 18 in every sizing system
| USUnited States, Canada | 18 |
|---|---|
| UKUnited Kingdom, Ireland, Australia | 22 |
| EUEU sizing (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands) | 50 |
| FRFrance, Belgium, Spain | 52 |
| ITItaly | 56 |
| JPJapan | 23 |
| INTLetter sizes (XS–XXL) | XXL |
| PetitePetite sizes (EU system) | 25 |
| TallTall sizes (EU system) | 100 |
| Bust / chest | 118 cm |
| Waist | 102 cm |
| Hips | 123 cm |
Will US women's size 18 actually fit?
If your bust is larger than 118 cm (46.5 in), size 20 is the better choice. If your measurements are closer to 112 cm (44 in) bust, try size 16.
Your own measurements are the safest guide: here is how to measure – then the calculator's “From measurements” mode suggests the size that fits.
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Questions about US women's size 18
What is US women's size 18 in EU sizes?
US size 18 is EU 50 – the number you see on German, Austrian and Dutch labels. French labels show 52, Italian labels 56.
What is US size 18 in UK sizes?
US women's size 18 is UK 22. British sizes run four numbers above US sizes.
Is US size 18 a small, medium or large?
Size 18 is usually sold as XXL. Letter sizes cover two numeric sizes in most brands, so check the brand's size chart.
What measurements fit US size 18?
About 118 cm (46.5 in) bust, 102 cm (40 in) waist and 123 cm (48.5 in) hips.