Women's sizes
US women's size 16 worldwide
US women's size 16 is EU 48 (German and most European sizing), UK 20, IT 54, FR 50 and JP 21. In letter sizes that is usually XL. It fits a bust of about 112 cm (44 in), a waist of 96 cm (38 in) and hips of 118 cm (46.5 in). In European petite sizing it is 24, in tall sizing 96.
US women's size 16 in every sizing system
| USUnited States, Canada | 16 |
|---|---|
| UKUnited Kingdom, Ireland, Australia | 20 |
| EUEU sizing (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands) | 48 |
| FRFrance, Belgium, Spain | 50 |
| ITItaly | 54 |
| JPJapan | 21 |
| INTLetter sizes (XS–XXL) | XL |
| PetitePetite sizes (EU system) | 24 |
| TallTall sizes (EU system) | 96 |
| Bust / chest | 112 cm |
| Waist | 96 cm |
| Hips | 118 cm |
Will US women's size 16 actually fit?
If your bust is larger than 112 cm (44 in), size 18 is the better choice. If your measurements are closer to 106 cm (41.5 in) bust, try size 14.
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 16
What is US women's size 16 in EU sizes?
US size 16 is EU 48 – the number you see on German, Austrian and Dutch labels. French labels show 50, Italian labels 54.
What is US size 16 in UK sizes?
US women's size 16 is UK 20. British sizes run four numbers above US sizes.
Is US size 16 a small, medium or large?
Size 16 is usually sold as XL. Letter sizes cover two numeric sizes in most brands, so check the brand's size chart.
What measurements fit US size 16?
About 112 cm (44 in) bust, 96 cm (38 in) waist and 118 cm (46.5 in) hips.