Women's sizes
US women's size 12 worldwide
US women's size 12 is EU 44 (German and most European sizing), UK 16, IT 50, FR 46 and JP 17. In letter sizes that is usually L. It fits a bust of about 100 cm (39.5 in), a waist of 84 cm (33 in) and hips of 108 cm (42.5 in). In European petite sizing it is 22, in tall sizing 88.
US women's size 12 in every sizing system
| USUnited States, Canada | 12 |
|---|---|
| UKUnited Kingdom, Ireland, Australia | 16 |
| EUEU sizing (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands) | 44 |
| FRFrance, Belgium, Spain | 46 |
| ITItaly | 50 |
| JPJapan | 17 |
| INTLetter sizes (XS–XXL) | L |
| PetitePetite sizes (EU system) | 22 |
| TallTall sizes (EU system) | 88 |
| Bust / chest | 100 cm |
| Waist | 84 cm |
| Hips | 108 cm |
Will US women's size 12 actually fit?
If your bust is larger than 100 cm (39.5 in), size 14 is the better choice. If your measurements are closer to 96 cm (38 in) bust, try size 10.
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 12
What is US women's size 12 in EU sizes?
US size 12 is EU 44 – the number you see on German, Austrian and Dutch labels. French labels show 46, Italian labels 50.
What is US size 12 in UK sizes?
US women's size 12 is UK 16. British sizes run four numbers above US sizes.
Is US size 12 a small, medium or large?
Size 12 is usually sold as L. Letter sizes cover two numeric sizes in most brands, so check the brand's size chart.
What measurements fit US size 12?
About 100 cm (39.5 in) bust, 84 cm (33 in) waist and 108 cm (42.5 in) hips.