Pants Sizes for Men and Women
Pants size charts for men and women: what small, medium and large mean in waist inches and cm, plus US, international and men's to women's conversions.
Last updated June 2026
Pants sizes at a glance#
Pant sizes map a waist measurement in inches to a size. Men’s pants use the waist number itself (a 32 fits a 32–33 inch waist), while women’s pants use a misses number or a W size, with letter sizes (XS to XL) layered on top. Read your waist row below for both.
| Waist (in) | Men&Rsquo;S Size | Men&Rsquo;S Letter | Women&Rsquo;S Misses | Women&Rsquo;S W Size | Women&Rsquo;S Letter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26–27 | 26 | XXS | 2 | 26 | XS |
| 27–28 | 27 | XS | 4 | 27 | XS |
| 28–29 | 28 | XS | 6 | 28 | S |
| 29–30 | 29 | S | 8 | 29 | S |
| 30–31 | 30 | S | 10 | 30 | M |
| 31–32 | 31 | M | 12 | 31 | M |
| 32–33 | 32 | M | 14 | 32 | L |
| 33–34 | 33 | M/L | 16 | 33 | L |
| 34–35 | 34 | L | 18 | 34 | XL |
| 36–37 | 36 | XL | 20 | 36 | XL |
A 28 inch waist is a women’s misses 6, a W 28, an S; in men’s pants the same waist is a 28, an XS. Small is roughly a 29–30 inch waist (men’s 29–30, women’s misses 8); medium is about 30–33 inches (men’s 31–33, women’s misses 10–14); large is about 33–35 inches (men’s 33–35, women’s misses 16–18). The same waist row also converts between the two: a men’s 32 lines up with a women’s misses 14 at a 32–33 inch waist.
These rows are taken straight from this page’s own men’s and women’s waist charts and the men’s to women’s conversion table below, which line up by literal waist inches. Cut and rise shift the fit, so sizes vary by brand; measure your natural waist where you can. For more, see the women’s jeans size chart, the men’s international size conversion chart, and how to measure jeans.
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Men's pants size chart#
| Your Waist in Inches | US Pant Size | International Size |
|---|---|---|
| 26–27" | 26 | XXS |
| 27–28" | 27 | XS |
| 28–29" | 28 | XS |
| 29–30" | 29 | S |
| 30–31" | 30 | S |
| 31–32" | 31 | M |
| 32–33" | 32 | M |
| 33–34" | 33 | M/L |
| 34–35" | 34 | L |
| 35–36" | 35 | L |
| 36–37" | 36 | XL |
| 38–39" | 38 | XL |
| 40–41" | 40 | XXL |
| 42–43" | 42 | XXL |
| 44–45" | 44 | XXXL |
| 46–47" | 46 | XXXL |
| 48–49" | 48 | XXXL |
| 50–51" | 50 | 4XL |
Men's pants size chart FAQs#
With multiple measurements used, men's pant sizes can be confusing. Our FAQ answers common questions on decoding men's pants sizes using the waist and inseam chart above. Learn what the numbers mean, how sizes convert to international, and more using our detailed responses.
What is the meaning of 34x32 pants size?#
The first number 34 refers to the waist size in inches. The second number 32 indicates the inseam length in inches. A slash means the same thing: a 28/30 is a 28 inch waist with a 30 inch inseam.
If my waist measures 40 inches, what size pants should I buy?#
With a 40 inch waist, you would likely wear a size 40 or 42 pants according to the size chart. Always measure for the best fit.
Is a size 40 medium or large in pants?#
Neither: a US men's 40 fits a 40 to 41 inch waist (102 to 104 cm), which is XXL on the chart above. If the label says European 40, that is a different scale, closer to a US 30; use the men's international size conversion chart for EU, UK and Asian labels.
Is a men's size 34 large or extra large?#
A men's 34 fits a 34 to 35 inch waist (86 to 89 cm) and is a large, not an XL. The same number means something different in women's jeans: a women's 34 is a misses 18, which is XL.
What are the standard inseam lengths for men's pants?#
Common inseam lengths are 28", 30", 32", 34", 36". Shorter inseams are often available too.
What is the average men's pant size?#
The most common men's pant size is 32x32, fitting waists 31-33 inches. However, sizes vary significantly.
What does 32W mean in men's pants sizing?#
The W stands for width, referring to the waist size in inches. So 32W indicates a 32 inch waist measurement.
What is the largest pant size made for men?#
Men's pants typically go up to about a size 54 inch waist. Big and tall sizes are available from some specialty retailers.
How do I know if I need regular or tall pant sizes?#
If you are over 6' to 6'2", you likely need a tall size with a longer inseam around 34 or 36 inches.
What is the difference between men's and women's pant sizing?#
Men's sizes use waist and inseam numbers. Women's use a numbered system based on hip measurement.
Women's pants size chart#
| Your Waist in Inches | Misses Size | Pant Size (W/L) | International Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23–25" | 00 | 23/24 | XXS |
| 25–26" | 0 | 25 | XXS |
| 26–27" | 2 | 26 | XS |
| 27–28" | 4 | 27 | XS |
| 28–29" | 6 | 28 | S |
| 29–30" | 8 | 29 | S |
| 30–31" | 10 | 30 | M |
| 31–32" | 12 | 31 | M |
| 32–33" | 14 | 32 | L |
| 33–34" | 16 | 33 | L |
| 34–35" | 18 | 34 | XL |
| 36–37" | 20 | 36 | XL |
| 38–39" | 22 | 38 | XXL |
| 40–41" | 24 | 40 | XXL |
Women's pants size chart FAQs#
Decode your perfect women's pants size with this FAQ guide. Using the size chart above, learn how sizes translate across misses, international, and waist/hip measurements. Our answers on fit, average sizes, and more will help you shop pants with ease.
What is the difference between misses and women's sizes?#
Misses sizes tend to run slimmer through the hips/thighs. Buy according to your hip measurement.
What size pants would fit 27 inch waist?#
A 27 inch waist (69 cm) is a size 2 or 4 on the chart above, right on the line between the two. Start with the 4 and size down if it runs loose.
What are common inseam lengths for women's pants?#
Standard inseams range from 28"-34". Petite (28"), short (30"), regular (32"), and long (34").
If I'm a size 10, what is that in European sizes?#
A US size 10 women's pant equates to a European size 40. Refer to size chart.
What is a women's size 8 in European sizes?#
A US women's 8 is usually a European 38, though some brands cut their EU sizes a step bigger, at 40. The international dress size chart maps US, UK and EU sizes against bust, waist and hip measurements.
What is the average women's pant size?#
The most common size is Medium or size 8-10, fitting waists 29-31 inches. But sizes vary.
What does 0S mean in women's jeans sizing?#
The 0 is the US size and the S is the length: short. Brands that use 0S, 0R and 0L mean a size 0 with a short, regular or long inseam. The women's jeans size chart lists waist and hip measurements by jean size.
What is the largest women's pant size made?#
Most brands produce up to around size 24 which has a waist of about 42-44 inches.
Should I buy loose pants a size up?#
It depends on fit - consider sizing up 1 for a very relaxed fit or down for a slimmer look.
Men's to women's pants conversion chart#
| Your Waist in Inches | Men's Pant Size (W/L) | Men's International Size | Women's International Size | Misses Size | Women's Pant Size (W/L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26–27" | 26 | XXS | XS | 2 | 26 |
| 27–28" | 27 | XS | XS | 4 | 27 |
| 28–29" | 28 | XS | S | 6 | 28 |
| 29–30" | 29 | S | S | 8 | 29 |
| 30–31" | 30 | S | M | 10 | 30 |
| 31–32" | 31 | M | M | 12 | 31 |
| 32–33" | 32 | M | L | 14 | 32 |
| 33–34" | 33 | M/L | L | 16 | 33 |
| 34–35" | 34 | L | XL | 18 | 34 |
| 36–37" | 36 | XL | XL | 20 | 36 |
| 38–39" | 38 | XL | XXL | 22 | 38 |
| 40–41" | 40 | XXL | XXL | 24 | 40 |
Men's to women's pants conversion chart FAQs#
This FAQ helps you convert between men's and women's pant sizes. Learn how sizing differs between genders, what the numbers mean, and tips for finding the perfect fit. The conversion chart above shows the full mapping.
How do you convert men's sizes to women's?#
Match the waist. W sizes are the waist in inches for both men and women, so a men's 32 pairs with a women's W 32. For misses sizes, find your waist row in the conversion chart above: a 32 to 33 inch waist is a misses 14.
What women's size is a men's 34 inch waist?#
A men's 34 fits a 34 to 35 inch waist, which is a women's W 34, a misses 18.
What is the difference in sizing between men and women?#
Women's sizes account for curvier hips. Men's focus on waist and inseam.
If I'm a men's size 36x34 what women's size is that?#
A men's 36 waist is a women's W 36, a misses 20. The 34 inch inseam is a long length in most women's lines.
What women's size corresponds to a men's 30 waist?#
A men's 30 waist matches a women's W 30, a misses 10.
What women's size is a men's 32 waist?#
A men's 32 is a women's W 32, a misses 14.
What is a women's 14, 16 or 18 in men's pants?#
Read the chart above from right to left: a misses 14 pairs with a men's 32, a 16 with a men's 33, and an 18 with a men's 34. Inseam lengths stay the same in both systems.
What are men's size 38 pants in women's sizing?#
Men's size 38 pants equate to a women's W 38, a misses 22.
What men's size is equivalent to size 10 women's?#
Size 10 women's fits a 30 to 31 inch waist, which is a men's 30 on the conversion chart above.
How do I know if I need petite or tall sizing?#
Measure your inseam based on where you want pants to hit - ankle, top of shoe, etc.
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