Size Comparisons from US to European Sizes

[Davyjones]

Hey gang,

Just wondering about the size comparisons from US to European sizes. I'm looking at buying a jacket from Amsterdam, Netherlands. It's an outdoor, winter jacket. I like my jackets slightly bigger than they should be ( :) ), so I wear an XL in U.S. sizes. Would this be the same in Europe? Should I get 1 size bigger (YIKES!)? I just don't want to have to mess around with making a return all the way to Amsterdam and back if it doesn't fit right.

Any info would be appreciated, especially from any of our European Intercot family members!!! Thanks a lot, everyone!! :mickey:

[The Reservoir Dog]

Davy

If you are going for a XL then the Dutch may class it as a size 52-54. Why, I don't know. In the UK an XL is normally a size 42-44.

It all depends on the manufacturer as I find that when I buy clothes in a large size sometimes it's too big and sometimes it just fits right.

Certainly do a bit more research before you commit to buy. :thumbsup:

[Davyjones]

Thanks Dog! :thumbsup: Let's get ready for the new season coming up!!!! :D

[VWL Mom]

Found this conversion chart online, maybe it will help.


Men's suits, sweaters, overcoats
EU.... 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60
UK/US 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52

[Davyjones]

Found this conversion chart online, maybe it will help.


Men's suits, sweaters, overcoats
EU.... 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60
UK/US 38 40 42 44 46 48 50 52

Thanks VWL!!! :thumbsup: :)