{"id":7093,"date":"2025-12-17T15:49:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T08:49:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/?p=7093"},"modified":"2026-01-01T17:42:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-01T10:42:41","slug":"the-difference-between-european-t-shirt-sizes-and-asian-t-shirt-sizes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/zh\/the-difference-between-european-t-shirt-sizes-and-asian-t-shirt-sizes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Difference Between European T-Shirt Sizes And Asian T-Shirt Sizes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"153\">Buying a T-shirt sounds simple\u2014until you shop across countries. A size \u201cM\u201d in one market can fit like a \u201cS\u201d or even a \u201cL\u201d in another. That\u2019s because European sizing and Asian sizing often use different body standards, different labeling systems, and even different shirt cuts. In this article, you\u2019ll learn the key differences between European and Asian T-shirt sizes, how to read common Chinese size codes like <strong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"423\">160\/84A<\/strong>, and how to convert sizes across <strong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"494\">International, US, UK, FR, and IT<\/strong> charts. Most importantly, you\u2019ll see how to use real measurements (bust, waist, hips) to choose the right fit with confidence.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"249\"><strong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"173\">Letter sizes<\/strong> like <strong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"202\">XS \/ S \/ M \/ L \/ XL<\/strong> (very common in Europe and many global brands)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"427\"><strong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"285\">Measurement or number systems<\/strong> (very common in Asia), such as <strong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"339\">height-based codes<\/strong> like <strong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"365\">150\/76A, 155\/80A<\/strong> or size numbers like <strong data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"427\">US 0\u201316, UK 4\u201320, FR 30\u201346, IT 36\u201352<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_7096\" style=\"width: 2371px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7096\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7096\" src=\"http:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asian-chart.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2361\" height=\"1116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asian-chart.jpg 2361w, https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asian-chart-250x118.jpg 250w, https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asian-chart-430x203.jpg 430w, https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asian-chart-700x331.jpg 700w, https:\/\/mekonggarment.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asian-chart-150x71.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2361px) 100vw, 2361px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7096\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Because each brand can change its own fit, you should still check the store\u2019s size guide. But the charts below help you compare fast.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"611\">Why European sizes often feel bigger<\/h2>\n<p>When people say <strong>\u201cEuropean size runs large,\u201d<\/strong> they usually mean the <strong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"152\">shirt is cut wider and longer<\/strong>. Even if the label says the same letter size, the shape can feel different on your body. This happens because brands design for different average body builds and styling trends. So, a European \u201cM\u201d may look more relaxed than an Asian \u201cM.\u201d That\u2019s why you should treat the label as a hint, not a rule. A common difference is the <strong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"647\">cut<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"704\"><strong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"704\">European-fit T-shirts are often wider and longer<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"763\"><strong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"763\">Asian-fit T-shirts are often more fitted and shorter<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"876\">So if two shirts show the same letter size (like \u201cM\u201d), the European one may feel <strong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"856\">looser<\/strong> on the same person. Also, the <strong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"913\">way sizes are written<\/strong> is different:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"974\"><strong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"956\">Europe\/international:<\/strong> XS, S, M, L, XL<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1087\"><strong data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"1005\">Asia:<\/strong> written as <strong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1034\">height + bust<\/strong> in cm, like <strong data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1058\">160\/84A<\/strong>, plus body type (often \u201cA\u201d).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1146\">Asian size code vs International sizes<\/h2>\n<p>In many Asian stores, you won\u2019t only see XS\u2013XL. You may see codes like <strong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"598\">160\/84A<\/strong>, which can look confusing at first. The good news is: it\u2019s more \u201cdata-based\u201d than \u201cguess-based.\u201d It often tells you a body height and bust range in centimeters. Once you know this format, comparing sizes becomes much easier. In many Chinese or Asia size charts, you\u2019ll see codes like <strong data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1210\">150\/76A<\/strong>. This usually means:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1244\">150<\/strong> = height (cm)<\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1269\">76<\/strong> = bust (cm)<\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1291\">A<\/strong> = a standard body type category<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1352\"><strong>Here is the matching guide:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1399\"><strong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1375\">XS (150\/76A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1399\">International XXS<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1443\"><strong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1420\">S (155\/80A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1443\">International XS<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1486\"><strong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1464\">M (160\/84A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1486\">International S<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1529\"><strong data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1507\">L (165\/88A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1529\">International M<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1573\"><strong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1551\">XL (170\/92A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1573\">International L<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1619\"><strong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1596\">XXL (175\/96A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1619\">International XL<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1668\"><strong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1644\">XXXL (180\/100A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1668\">International XXL<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1719\"><strong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1694\">XXXXL (185\/104A)<\/strong> \u2248 <strong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1719\">International XXXL<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1779\">Asian Size vs US \/ UK \/ FR \/ IT numbers<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1881\">Sometimes, the same shirt can show several size systems at once. <strong>For example, you might see US, UK, FR, and IT numbers next to Asian sizes.<\/strong> This is helpful, but it can also be overwhelming if you don\u2019t know how they connect. A conversion table makes the match fast and clear. It also reduces the risk of ordering the wrong size online. Many buyers get confused because<strong> Europe\/UK\/US<\/strong> also use number sizes. This table helps you convert:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1938\"><strong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1904\">XS (150\/76A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1938\">US 0 \/ UK 4 \/ FR 30 \/ IT 36<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1993\"><strong data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1959\">S (155\/80A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1993\">US 2 \/ UK 6 \/ FR 32 \/ IT 38<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2048\"><strong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2014\">M (160\/84A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2048\">US 4 \/ UK 8 \/ FR 34 \/ IT 40<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2104\"><strong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2069\">L (165\/88A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2104\">US 6 \/ UK 10 \/ FR 36 \/ IT 42<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2161\"><strong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2126\">XL (170\/92A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2161\">US 8 \/ UK 12 \/ FR 38 \/ IT 44<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2220\"><strong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2184\">XXL (175\/96A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2220\">US 10 \/ UK 14 \/ FR 40 \/ IT 46<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2281\"><strong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2245\">XXXL (180\/100A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2281\">US 12 \/ UK 16 \/ FR 42 \/ IT 48<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2355\"><strong data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2307\">XXXXL (185\/104A)<\/strong> \u2192 <strong data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2355\">US 14\u201316 \/ UK 18\u201320 \/ FR 44\u201346 \/ IT 50\u201352<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2411\">Real Body Measurements (best way to choose)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2532\">Size letters can change from brand to brand, but <strong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1359\">measurements are more stable<\/strong>. That\u2019s why bust, waist, and hips are the safest way to pick a T-shirt size. With one tape measure, you can compare yourself to any chart in minutes. This is especially useful when buying across countries. If you want comfort, measurements will guide you better than labels. Letter sizes can change by brand. So the safest method is to use <strong data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2506\">your body measurements<\/strong>, especially for T-shirts.<strong> Here is a simple women\u2019s guide (cm):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2622\"><strong data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2581\">XS:<\/strong> Bust <strong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2593\">76<\/strong> \/ Waist <strong data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2608\">60<\/strong> \/ Hips <strong data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2622\">82<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2672\"><strong data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2631\">S:<\/strong> Bust <strong data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2643\">80<\/strong> \/ Waist <strong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2658\">64<\/strong> \/ Hips <strong data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2672\">86<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2722\"><strong data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2681\">M:<\/strong> Bust <strong data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2693\">84<\/strong> \/ Waist <strong data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2708\">68<\/strong> \/ Hips <strong data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2722\">90<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2772\"><strong data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2731\">L:<\/strong> Bust <strong data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2743\">88<\/strong> \/ Waist <strong data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2758\">72<\/strong> \/ Hips <strong data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2772\">94<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2823\"><strong data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2782\">XL:<\/strong> Bust <strong data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2794\">92<\/strong> \/ Waist <strong data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2809\">76<\/strong> \/ Hips <strong data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"2823\">98<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2876\"><strong data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2834\">XXL:<\/strong> Bust <strong data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"2846\">96<\/strong> \/ Waist <strong data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2861\">80<\/strong> \/ Hips <strong data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2876\">102<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2895\"><strong>Tip for T-shirts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2969\">If you like a <strong data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"2927\">regular fit<\/strong>, pick the size that matches your <strong data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"2969\">bust<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3021\">If you like an <strong data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3003\">oversize fit<\/strong>, go <strong data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3021\">up 1 size<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3089\">If you are between two sizes, pick the <strong data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3077\">bigger one<\/strong> for comfort<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3151\">Quick example: why \u201csame size\u201d can look different<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3347\">If a buyer wears<strong data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3188\">\u00a0M (160\/84A)<\/strong>, that often matches <strong data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3228\">International S<\/strong>. But if they buy a European brand marked \u201cS,\u201d it may still feel <strong data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3306\">roomier<\/strong>, because European cuts are often larger. That\u2019s why it\u2019s smart to use <strong data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3398\">bust measurement<\/strong> first, not only the letter.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3433\" data-end=\"3477\">Custom production note (for factories)<\/h2>\n<p>Custom orders are different from ready-made retail sizing. Many buyers do not follow one fixed standard, especially when they sell in different countries. So the best approach is to collect key body data and the target fit style. Then you adjust patterns to match local expectations, like Asian fit or European fit. This creates fewer complaints and better repeat orders. <strong>For customized T-shirts, customers often do not follow one \u201cstandard\u201d size system. So the best practice is:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3678\">collect <strong data-start=\"3600\" data-end=\"3629\">height, bust, waist, hips<\/strong>, and the desired fit (slim \/ regular \/ oversize)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3766\">then adjust the pattern to match the <strong data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3738\">local market fit<\/strong> (Asian fit vs European fit)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"13\">Final Word \/ Conclusion\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"15\" data-end=\"417\">European and Asian T-shirt sizes can look the same on the label, but they often fit very differently in real life. European cuts are usually looser and longer, while Asian cuts are often slimmer and shorter. To avoid returns and unhappy customers, don\u2019t rely on \u201cS\/M\/L\u201d alone use <strong data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"316\">body measurements<\/strong>, compare with a <strong data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"347\">size chart<\/strong>, and choose based on the fit you want (slim, regular, or oversize). For custom production, the best result always comes from clear customer data (height, bust, waist, hips) and a confirmed target market standard. 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