Women's sizes
US women's size 8 worldwide
US women's size 8 is EU 40 (German and most European sizing), UK 12, IT 46, FR 42 and JP 13. In letter sizes that is usually M. It fits a bust of about 92 cm (36 in), a waist of 76 cm (30 in) and hips of 100 cm (39.5 in). In European petite sizing it is 20, in tall sizing 80.
US women's size 8 in every sizing system
| USUnited States, Canada | 8 |
|---|---|
| UKUnited Kingdom, Ireland, Australia | 12 |
| EUEU sizing (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands) | 40 |
| FRFrance, Belgium, Spain | 42 |
| ITItaly | 46 |
| JPJapan | 13 |
| INTLetter sizes (XS–XXL) | M |
| PetitePetite sizes (EU system) | 20 |
| TallTall sizes (EU system) | 80 |
| Bust / chest | 92 cm |
| Waist | 76 cm |
| Hips | 100 cm |
Will US women's size 8 actually fit?
If your bust is larger than 92 cm (36 in), size 10 is the better choice. If your measurements are closer to 88 cm (34.5 in) bust, try size 6.
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 8
What is US women's size 8 in EU sizes?
US size 8 is EU 40 – the number you see on German, Austrian and Dutch labels. French labels show 42, Italian labels 46.
What is US size 8 in UK sizes?
US women's size 8 is UK 12. British sizes run four numbers above US sizes.
Is US size 8 a small, medium or large?
Size 8 is usually sold as M. Letter sizes cover two numeric sizes in most brands, so check the brand's size chart.
What measurements fit US size 8?
About 92 cm (36 in) bust, 76 cm (30 in) waist and 100 cm (39.5 in) hips.