How to determine clothing size for men - correspondence table

What is the main principle when choosing clothes? Color? Style? Material? Fabric texture? No! The main thing is that the suit fits! Imagine an ultra-fashionable dress made of gorgeous fabric, with a catchy pattern that dangles on its owner like a potato sack?

This is exactly what often happens when you buy things in an online store. Social networks are filled with photographs in the style of “Expectation and reality”, in which upset customers compare how the item looks in the catalog and after trying it on: a chic business suit resembles workwear - wide at the shoulders, sleeves need to be rolled up, trousers like a saggy parachute ; The dress is so tight that it’s about to crack. And why all? Wrong size!

It’s even more difficult with men: many of them don’t like or can’t spend time shopping, preferring to order jeans online. And what? Saw it, liked it, ordered it, wear it! But how not to miss? The output is a table of men's clothing sizes used for reference.

How to calculate the size

What parameters are used to calculate the size:

• Height: stand with your back to a flat surface, straighten your shoulders and straighten your neck. Place a dot on the surface at the level of the back of the head with a pencil. Use a tape measure to measure the distance from the floor to the point.
• Waist circumference: wrap a centimeter around your waist and get the desired size.
• Neck circumference: at the level of the seventh cervical vertebra (located at shoulder level), draw a centimeter around the neck.
• Chest circumference: wrap a tape measure around the most protruding parts of the body at chest level. Divide the resulting number by two.
• Hip circumference: the hips are wrapped around a centimeter in the most protruding places.

How to take the necessary measurements correctly?

Before going to the store, a man needs to understand his own proportions.

In order for shopping not to turn into an ordeal, you need to have a clear idea of ​​what size a man’s hips, waist, and chest and neck girth are.

Half chest

Before buying a jacket, T-shirt, shirt or sweater, you need to calculate the exact figures for the half-chest circumference.

As is the case with other measurements, absolutely any representative of the stronger sex can cope with this task alone:

• To determine the half-girth, you need to arm yourself with an elastic meter, which can be purchased at any sewing store;
• The meter is applied to the chest at the most prominent points;
• The result obtained must be divided by 2, the original figure is the half-chest circumference;

Reference ! For example, a man with an indicator of 90 centimeters will have a figure of 45 in the half-circumference of his chest.

Neck circumference

When choosing a shirt or turtleneck with a collar, it is not enough to call the half-circumference of the chest. An item may fit perfectly, but pull and put pressure on the neck.

To measure neck circumference you need:

• Find the seventh cervical vertebra: to do this, you need to slightly lower your head down and feel the protruding tubercle from behind.
• Find the jugular fossa: this is a small depression just below the Adam's apple.
• Next, you should wrap an elastic meter around these two positions around your neck. The tape should not be pulled too tight.
• The resulting figure is the necessary measure.

Watch the video and you will learn how to take measurements for sewing a shirt or T-shirt:

Waist circumference

To choose trousers or trousers, you need to take into account several parameters, the first of which is waist circumference:

• You must undress down to your underwear;
• Using an elastic meter, grab the intended waist area;
• The tape should not pinch the body too much or dangle;
• The resulting figure is the desired result;

Reference! The choice of training pants for sports is carried out using a slightly different technology than classic trousers. To select sports pants correctly, you need to divide your waist circumference by 2 and add 6 to it. It is the resulting figure that should be followed when studying the proportions of a sports product.

How to correctly take measurements for sewing trousers is described in the video:

Hip girth

Another necessary parameter when choosing a trouser product:

• You need to undress down to your underwear (you can do without it at all);
• Grasp the elastic meter around the buttocks at the most protruding points;
• The resulting figure is the desired result;

Inseam length

This is an important aspect when choosing trousers, especially when it comes to non-standard parameters:

• It is not necessary to undress:
• Apply a meter from the groin area to the intended end of the trouser leg;

Important! When taking measurements, the tape must clearly and evenly cover the appropriate area, but in no way overtighten the body, otherwise the measurements will not be correct. If you don’t have a sewing meter at hand, you can use soft rope, tape, a tourniquet or even thread.

After measuring, you should mark the rope and attach it to a regular ruler.

Size chart for men's clothing by chest, waist and hips

The table provides data on the main indicators for each men's size - girth:

• breasts;
• waist;
• hips

Compare these indicators of your build with the standard indicators in the required cells - the table on how to find out a man’s clothing size will become a convenient reference material.

Meaning

Most people think that body weight is an indicator that determines the effectiveness of training or the degree of obesity. However, in reality, mass says little about the results of training. Body contour measurements are important; athletes recommend taking them every 1-2 weeks in the morning on an empty stomach. Based on their changes, the training program is adjusted, as well as the amount of calories in the diet. Or they select suitable clothes and sew new ones. Measurements of body contours should be performed in a standing position, slightly tensing the muscles, to avoid possible errors due to excessive relaxation of the body.

International Size Comparison Chart

Below you will find information separately about trousers, suits and outerwear. In the meantime, we present general data - a summary table of clothing sizes for men (Russia) allows you to determine it according to several lines: Russian, standard European and international markings. For example, the question arose: 3XL - what size is men's? The table will give an exact answer to it.

Size chart

After determining the basic parameters of the body, you can decide which of the standard sizes is suitable in a particular case. The ratio of the main parameters is contained in special size tables. So, if we consider the features and basic parameters, then each of the standard indicators (from XS to 3 - 4 XL) corresponds to certain physical indicators (primarily waist and chest volume in inches and centimeters).

The length of the trousers (along the inner seam) is L in inches and centimeters, has a certain correspondence. For example, L 30 corresponds to an indicator of 74 - 76 cm, and with a result of 91 cm, L will be equal to 36.

When choosing trousers, you also take into account the waist circumference, which in different systems can be measured in inches (denoted as W) or centimeters. Correspondence of these parameters: W 26 = 66; 27 = 68 and so on in increasing order. The length of the trousers is measured along the seam on the inside. To do this, a person’s leg is measured from the inside. With a height of 162 - 170 cm, this parameter will be 30 inches or 74 - 76 cm. For example, 34 inches and 81 - 86 cm correspond to a height of 178 - 186 cm. If this figure is higher, you need to select clothes indicating the length in L 36 and 91 cm.

Determining clothing sizes for men is an important task both for online clothing shopping and for DIY tailoring. Standard sizes often require certain variations. Therefore, taking into account possible individual characteristics of the body, it is better to take comprehensive measurements and take this data into account in the future.

Clothing sizes (tables of men's clothing by height by country)

Each country uses its own regulations. And size 56 in Russia and America is different. In the USA, Germany and a number of other countries, sizes are overestimated: 48 in America is 56 in Russia. In China, on the contrary, they underestimate: Chinese 58 is Russian 60.

Correct body position

It is necessary to measure the volume of the buttocks and hips while standing. Experts recommend taking measurements in a bright, spacious room. It is advisable to choose a full-length mirror. You can place several lamps nearby that emit soft light (especially if measurements are taken in the evening).

When taking measurements, the legs are placed together and straight

Before taking measurements, you need to remove all outer clothing, remaining in your underwear. You need to stand straight in front of the mirror with your heels together. It is not recommended to place your feet shoulder-width apart. In this case, the volume of the hips will increase in direct proportion to the distance from the right leg to the left. While taking measurements, you should try to keep your back straight.

Outerwear sizes

If we want to buy a jacket or jacket, order a jumper or coat, we can use a separate table that shows the sizes of outerwear. Table for men, pay attention! Women's are different.

How to measure your hips correctly

Today, people make most of their purchases in online stores. In order not to make a mistake with the size, you need to know at least the waist and hip circumference. The most convenient way to take measurements is with a special tape. You can ask family members for help. It will be easier to take measurements together.

To a woman

You can measure your hip volume using a tailor's tape. If you plan to sew trousers, then you also need to find out their height.

Algorithm for taking measurements:

• go to the mirror, stand in front of it at full height;
• turn your face to the mirror, join your legs together, straighten your shoulders;

To take measurements you will need a measuring tape

• pick up a tailor's yardstick;
• wrap it correctly around your hips;
• record the result.

You should definitely take your measurements in front of a mirror. Reflection will help you evaluate your own body parameters. You can also see how the centimeter “lies” in front of the mirror. If it is skewed, the result may not be accurate.

You need to take your measurements after all outer clothing has been removed. The accuracy of the result will not be affected by the presence of underwear. There is no need to get rid of it.

There is no need to place your feet shoulder-width apart. It is recommended to place them as close to each other as possible. Wide-set legs can add volume. It is also necessary to understand the difference between the hips and the waist. The natural waist is the most sunken and narrow part of the body. The hips are located below this “notch”.

How to measure your hips

When measuring volume, the buttocks are also taken into account. To take a measurement, you need to find the widest point. This will allow you to obtain the most reliable data. The tailor's meter should be moved a few centimeters down from the waist.

The measuring tool must be applied to the central axis of the torso and wrapped around the torso. The tailor's tape measure should also include the buttocks. Experts recommend looking in the mirror once again to make sure that the tape is not twisted. The measuring instrument should fit as closely as possible to the body. It shouldn't tighten the skin too much.

The tape is considered to be correctly applied if a finger fits comfortably between it and the thigh. To find out the volume of the hips, you need to look at the number located at the junction of the metal tip and the rest of the tape.

When sewing clothes, experienced tailors usually add 2-3 cm to the obtained values. This will ensure a looser fit of the item to the body.

To a man

You can measure hip volume in men using auxiliary tables. They indicate approximate values ​​according to height. The male figure is different from the female one - their hips are narrower than their shoulders. The algorithm for taking measurements is standard.

Necessary:

1. go to the mirror (preferably full-length), pick up a tailor's tape measure, find the widest part of the hips;
2. wrap a measuring tape around it;
3. record the received data.

You can take measurements yourself, without the help of others. It is important to constantly ensure that the tape does not twist. It is recommended to bring your legs together. You need to get rid of any outerwear (pants, shorts). There is no need to take off your underwear.

How to measure a man's hips and waist

The tailor's tape measure should not tighten the skin. It is necessary that the index finger fits freely between the tape and the thigh. When taking measurements, there is no need to strain your muscles. The person must be completely relaxed.

To kid

It is quite difficult to take measurements from small children, so experts recommend using special tables that indicate the child’s size by age.

Typology:

• newborn group;
• nursery group;
• preschool group;
• junior school group;
• secondary school group;
• senior school group;
• teenage group.

In infants, size is determined by weight and height. When working with tables, it is also necessary to take into account an additional feature - the presence of completeness. Children over 3 years old are measured using tape.

If the child is small, you must adhere to a number of rules:

• It is better to take measurements from children under 2 years old together (one person measures the hip volume, the second holds the child in a stationary position);
• it is not necessary to bring it to the mirror (usually measuring the hip circumference in children under 3 years of age is carried out lying down).

Taking measurements from school-age children and teenagers is quite simple:

• you need to ask the child to stand up straight, bring his heels together and lower his arms;
• find the wide part of the thigh and wrap it with tailor’s braid;
• record the received data.

How to measure hip volume for children
An error of no more than 2-3 mm is allowed. You need to make sure that the tailoring tape does not twist or squeeze the skin.

Pants and jeans sizes

To select trousers, 3 indicators are used:

1. Waist circumference.
2. Hip girth.
3. Length of the inner and outer seam of the trousers.

Most reference materials do not indicate the last criterion, because few of us know how to measure the length of the leg from the outer and inner sides of the thigh with a centimeter. All trousers must be measured by height.

Our table of the size range of men's clothing according to GOST for choosing trousers will help you figure it out and choose the right model for yourself.

Have you decided to buy jeans? Pay attention to two indicators.

• W (waist) - waist circumference. We subtract 16 from our size and get the desired result. For example, for 50 – W is 34 (50 – 16 = 34).
• L (length) - length. It is indicated in inches, so multiply the leg length in cm by 0.39. For example, the length is 100 cm. Then L is equal to 39.

By the way, in the USA jeans are always marked with two numbers: 38-32 (the first indicator is size, the second is height).

Men's dress code

We strongly recommend that you select clothes for important events not only by size, but also by dress code.
In most cases, the appropriate dress code is indicated on the invitation or announcement. Morning dress is a uniform for an event during the day. It corresponds to a three-piece suit with a light-colored tie or a light tailcoat.

White tie, Ultra formal - uniform for events such as a wedding, diplomatic meeting or receiving awards. Includes a white bow tie, white shirt and black tailcoat. For shoes, choose patent leather shoes.

Black Tie, Cravate noire, Tuxedo - a uniform for events like a ball, attending a theater premiere, and so on. Tuxedo, black tie or matching bow tie required. As an alternative, formal attire is acceptable.

Black Tie Invited - usually used at corporate events, invitational dinners, and so on. It is recommended to wear a black tie and tuxedo.

Creative Black Tie, Black Tie Optional - less strict form of dress code above. Tuxedos and suits of various dark shades such as blue and gray are allowed, ties and bow ties are of any color within reason.

Semi-formal - in this case it is better to pay attention to the theme of the event, since there are no strict requirements. You can wear a sports jacket, a jumper underneath, or show off a scarf around your neck instead of a tie.

Cocktail Attire is a uniform for a dinner, banquet or cocktail party. Wear a dark suit.

Casual is a style known to many, however, many try to attribute their bad taste to following this style. Used at parties, picnics, meetings in bars, clubs and so on. You can wear your favorite clothes, for example, jeans, a jumper, a sweater, and so on.

A5, A5c – used at events in the afternoon after 5 o’clock. You can wear any suit, no tie required.

Informal – office uniform, used if the company has its own uniform. Often it has logos or symbols of the company.

Business Best, Business Traditional - the official style of clothing used at business meetings, conferences and so on. You must wear a dark blue suit with a white shirt, red tie and black shoes.

Shirt and suit sizes

For a shirt or suit, we determine it by:

1. Chest circumference.
2. Neck circumference.

Body fat percentage

This parameter is additional, but no less important than visual volumes. All bodybuilders dream of gaining “lean” muscles and burning subcutaneous fat. As a rule, this is impossible due to the characteristics of the human body. Therefore, the main training strategy for most athletes is first increased mass gain (fat, water, muscle), and then strict “cutting”, burning off everything unnecessary.

It is worth noting that fat deposits are extremely important for the normal functioning of the body:

• Firstly, they are an energy reserve for a rainy day.
• Secondly, they protect internal organs from hypothermia.
• Thirdly, they accumulate some useful substances.

Extreme reduction of body fat can have a negative impact on health. Therefore, professional athletes carry out hard “drying” only during periods of preparation for competitions.

As a rule, weight loss results are assessed visually. But you can also record the amount of subcutaneous fat using a special device - a caliper.

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The operating principle of the instrument is based on determining the thickness of the skin fold. The only disadvantage of the caliper is its limited use - the indicators will be reliable only for people with a normal body mass index (18.5–25 kg/m²).

Body fat levels:

Hats

After measuring the head circumference, the size of the headdress is determined according to the correspondence table. A girth of 54 cm corresponds to Russian size 54. The step between sizes is 1 cm. For some hats, the manufacturer may enter into the table such designations as Brim (height of the crown of the hat) and Crown (width of the brim). These parameters are indicated in inches.

How to determine the size of a headdress

To measure the circumference of your head, fix the measuring tape 1.5 cm above the eyebrows and circle it around the head at the most protruding point of the back of the head. For knitted hats, the size should be selected 1 unit less than the circumference of the head.

Rings and rings

To determine your ring size in the size range of a particular manufacturer, you need to know the girth of your finger. Measure the circumference of your finger in millimeters and divide by 3.14. The resulting value is your size according to the Russian standard.

How to Determine Ring Size

Using a thread, measure the circumference of your finger in two places: at the base and at the joint. Compare these 2 values ​​- the middle number between them is the girth of the finger. Please note that the volume of your fingers is greatly influenced by the amount of liquid you drink and the temperature. Also note that for a thick ring it is better to choose half a size larger.

Standards for men's watches

When selecting a watch, such indicators as case diameter, strap length, dial diameter, and case height are taken into account. Depending on the manufacturer, a size table can be compiled for each of these parameters. Most often, the sizes of the case and straps are indicated.

How to determine watch case size

The size of the case is considered to be its diameter from one temple to the other. The classic standard for diameter is the value obtained by multiplying the width of the wrist by 0.618. The easiest way to determine the required dimensions is to cut out templates of different diameters from paper and measure the one that suits you best. With this visual selection, keep in mind that the classic version is a dial that does not extend beyond the wrist.

How to determine watch strap size

Wrist circumference is measured using a measuring tape. This parameter in the corresponding table indicates the length of the strap. The width of the strap is the width of the part that is attached to the watch arms.