Clothing Size Calculator

Clothing Size Calculator (US Women's)

Finding the right clothing size can be tricky, especially with variations between brands and styles. This calculator provides a general US women's clothing size recommendation based on your key body measurements: bust, waist, and hips. Use a flexible tape measure and follow the instructions below for accurate results.

How to Measure:

• Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your bust, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor.
• Waist: Measure around the narrowest part of your natural waistline, typically above your belly button and below your rib cage.
• Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips and rear, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor.

Enter your measurements in inches:

function calculateClothingSize() { // Sizing chart (upper bounds for Bust, Waist, Hips in inches for US Women's standard sizes) // These are approximate and can vary by brand. var sizes = { "XS": { bust: 32, waist: 24, hips: 34 }, // Approx US Size 0-2 "S": { bust: 34, waist: 26, hips: 36 }, // Approx US Size 4-6 "M": { bust: 37, waist: 28, hips: 38 }, // Approx US Size 8-10 "L": { bust: 40, waist: 31, hips: 41 }, // Approx US Size 12-14 "XL": { bust: 43, waist: 34, hips: 44 }, // Approx US Size 16-18 "XXL":{ bust: 46, waist: 37, hips: 47 } // Approx US Size 20-22 }; // Order of sizes for comparison var sizeOrder = ["XS", "S", "M", "L", "XL", "XXL", "XXL+"]; // Function to get the minimum size required for a given measurement and type function getMinSizeForMeasurement(value, type) { if (value <= sizes["XS"][type]) return "XS"; if (value <= sizes["S"][type]) return "S"; if (value <= sizes["M"][type]) return "M"; if (value <= sizes["L"][type]) return "L"; if (value <= sizes["XL"][type]) return "XL"; if (value <= sizes["XXL"][type]) return "XXL"; return "XXL+"; // If larger than XXL } var bust = parseFloat(document.getElementById("bustMeasurement").value); var waist = parseFloat(document.getElementById("waistMeasurement").value); var hips = parseFloat(document.getElementById("hipMeasurement").value); if (isNaN(bust) || isNaN(waist) || isNaN(hips) || bust <= 0 || waist <= 0 || hips <= 0) { document.getElementById("clothingSizeResult").innerHTML = "Please enter valid positive numbers for all measurements."; return; } var minSizeBust = getMinSizeForMeasurement(bust, "bust"); var minSizeWaist = getMinSizeForMeasurement(waist, "waist"); var minSizeHips = getMinSizeForMeasurement(hips, "hips"); // Determine the largest required size among the three measurements // This ensures the suggested size accommodates the largest part of your body. var requiredSizeIndex = 0; requiredSizeIndex = Math.max(requiredSizeIndex, sizeOrder.indexOf(minSizeBust)); requiredSizeIndex = Math.max(requiredSizeIndex, sizeOrder.indexOf(minSizeWaist)); requiredSizeIndex = Math.max(requiredSizeIndex, sizeOrder.indexOf(minSizeHips)); var overallSuggestedSize = sizeOrder[requiredSizeIndex]; var resultHTML = "

Your Clothing Size Recommendation:

"; resultHTML += "Based on your measurements:"; resultHTML += "

"; resultHTML += "
• Bust: " + bust + " inches (requires at least size " + minSizeBust + ")
"; resultHTML += "
• Waist: " + waist + " inches (requires at least size " + minSizeWaist + ")
"; resultHTML += "
• Hips: " + hips + " inches (requires at least size " + minSizeHips + ")
"; resultHTML += "

"; resultHTML += "Your **Overall Suggested Size** is: " + overallSuggestedSize + "."; // Add a note about discrepancies if any measurement is smaller than the overall suggested size var discrepancies = []; if (sizeOrder.indexOf(minSizeBust) < requiredSizeIndex) { discrepancies.push("Your bust measurement is smaller than the overall suggested size, meaning tops might be looser in the bust area."); } if (sizeOrder.indexOf(minSizeWaist) < requiredSizeIndex) { discrepancies.push("Your waist measurement is smaller than the overall suggested size, meaning waistbands might be looser."); } if (sizeOrder.indexOf(minSizeHips) 0) { resultHTML += "Please note:"; resultHTML += "

"; for (var i = 0; i < discrepancies.length; i++) { resultHTML += "
• " + discrepancies[i] + "
"; } resultHTML += "

"; resultHTML += "This suggests you might have a different size for tops versus bottoms, or that some garments may require tailoring for a perfect fit. Always consider trying on different sizes or checking specific brand size charts."; } else { resultHTML += "Your measurements are quite balanced for this suggested size. However, always refer to specific brand size charts for the best fit, as sizing can vary."; } document.getElementById("clothingSizeResult").innerHTML = resultHTML; }

Understanding Clothing Sizes

Clothing sizes are notoriously inconsistent across brands, countries, and even different product lines within the same brand. This calculator uses a general US women's sizing standard, but it's crucial to understand why your actual fit might vary.

Why Sizes Differ:

• Brand Specifics: Each brand develops its own sizing charts based on its target demographic and fit philosophy. A "Medium" at one store might be a "Small" or "Large" at another.
• Garment Type: A dress size might be different from a pant size or a top size, even for the same person, because different garments emphasize different body measurements.
• Fabric and Style: Stretchy fabrics allow for more flexibility in sizing, while rigid fabrics require a more precise fit. Oversized or relaxed-fit styles will naturally fit differently than tailored or slim-fit garments.
• Vanity Sizing: Over time, some brands have adjusted their sizes to make them appear smaller (e.g., a size 8 today might have been a size 12 decades ago), which can add to confusion.

Tips for the Best Fit:

1. Always Check Brand Size Charts: This is the most important tip. Before purchasing, especially online, find the specific size chart for that brand and compare your measurements directly.
2. Read Reviews: Other customers often comment on whether an item runs true to size, small, or large.
3. Consider Fabric Composition: If a garment has spandex or elastane, it will have more stretch, potentially allowing you to size down for a snugger fit or accommodating slight measurement discrepancies.
4. Try On When Possible: Nothing beats trying on clothes to see how they feel and look on your body.
5. Understand Your Body Shape: Knowing if you're pear-shaped, apple-shaped, hourglass, etc., can help you anticipate fit issues and choose styles that flatter your figure.

This calculator is a helpful starting point to guide you toward your general size range. However, for the perfect fit, always combine this information with brand-specific charts and, ideally, a fitting room experience.