The Belt Size Conversion Chart
The need for an belt size conversion chart
Finding the right belt size looks simple, but the reality is the opposite. Many think it’s as simple as using the same size as the waist, although it’s not. Let us help you first understand how belt sizes work with a page about the International, European and US Belt Sizes. on this page you will find:
- US to European to International belt size conversion chart
- Men’s belt size conversion chart
- Woman’s belt size conversion chart
- Kids belt size conversion chart
The first thing we need to make clear: your belt size is not the same as your trousers’ size.
You will find here everything you need to know about belts. How to measure belt size and belt size chart for both men and women.
Belt Size Conversion Chart
Americans prefer to use inches in belt measurements, while European countries favorise in centimeters. Still, many brands use a more standard sizing like S, M, L, XL, etc.
This table provides a quick and easy Belt Size Conversion chart from US to European to International. Again, do not confuse the inches with the measurements of your waist or your trousers’ size.
| US Belt Size (inches) | European Belt Size (centimeters) | International Size Women | International Size Men |
| 26″ | 65 | XS | – |
| 28″ | 70 | XS/S | – |
| 30″ | 75 | S | XS |
| 32″ | 80 | S/M | S |
| 34″ | 85 | M | M |
| 36″ | 90 | M/L | M |
| 38″ | 95 | L | L |
| 40″ | 100 | L/XL | L |
| 42″ | 105 | XL | XL |
| 44″ | 110 | 2XL | XL |
| 46″ | 115 | 3XL | 2XL |
| 48″ | 120 | – | 3XL |
| 50″ | 125 | – | 4XL |
Men’s Belts, Size Conversion Chart
To repeat ourselves: your belt size is not the same as your pants size, nor your waist size.
The most accurate way to determine your belt size is actually to measure your waist using a tape measure. Measure the hip area where your belt usually sits.
The easiest way to determine belt size for men is simply “add 2″ to your off-the-rack trouser size.
If you wear a 34” waist trouser, then a 36 belt size will do the job. When you’re used to wearing your pants on traditional height–close to the natural waistline; this simple formula will work.
If you have an existing belt, but you can’t determine the size anymore, measure it correctly to see the right size.
| Waiste Size (inches) | Waiste Size (centimeters) | Jeans Size | US Belt Size (inches) | European Belt Size (centimeters) | International Size Men |
| 27-28 | 67-71 | 28 | 30″ | 75 | XS |
| 29-30 | 72-76 | 30 | 32″ | 80 | S |
| 31-32 | 77-81 | 32 | 34″ | 85 | M |
| 33-34 | 82-86 | 34 | 36″ | 90 | M |
| 35-36 | 87-91 | 36 | 38″ | 95 | L |
| 37-38 | 92-96 | 38 | 40″ | 100 | L |
| 39-40 | 97-101 | 40 | 42″ | 105 | XL |
| 41-42 | 102-106 | 42 | 44″ | 110 | XL |
| 43-44 | 107-111 | 44 | 46″ | 115 | 2XL |
| 45-46 | 112-116 | 46 | 48″ | 120 | 3XL |
| 47-48 | 117-121 | 48 | 50″ | 125 | 4XL |
Women’s Belts, Size Conversion Chart
Did we mention already that your belt size is not the same as your pants size, nor your waist size?
The size of the belt for women will depend on how/where you want to wear it.
To determine your belt size, measure around your body at the location, the belt will be worn.
The most accurate way to determine your belt size is actually to measure your waist using a tape measure.
The easiest way to determine belt size for men is simply “add 2″ to your regular jeans size.
If you wear a 28” waist trouser, then a 30″ belt will do the job. When you’re used to wearing your pants on traditional height–close to the natural waistline; this simple formula will work.
Women’s jeans sizes are indicated by numbers – 4, 6, 8, 12, etc., so our rule of thumb doesn’t work here.
If you have an existing belt, but you can’t determine the size anymore, measure it correctly to see the right size. The belts size guide combines all needed information to make your online shopping for belts a success!
| Waiste Size (inches) | Waiste Size (centimeters) | Jeans Size | Pants size | US Belt Size (inches) | European Belt Size (centimeters) | International Size Women |
| 23-24 | 57-61 | 24 | 0 | 26″ | 65 | XS/Petite |
| 25-26 | 62-66 | 26 | 2 | 28″ | 70 | XS/Petite |
| 27-28 | 67-71 | 28 | 4 | 30″ | 75 | XS |
| 29-30 | 72-76 | 30 | 6 | 32″ | 80 | S |
| 31-32 | 77-81 | 32 | 8 | 34″ | 85 | M |
| 33-34 | 82-86 | 34 | 10 | 36″ | 90 | M |
| 35-36 | 87-91 | 36 | 12 | 38″ | 95 | L |
| 37-38 | 92-96 | 38 | 14 | 40″ | 100 | L |
| 39-40 | 97-101 | 40 | 16 | 42″ | 105 | XL |
| 41-42 | 102-106 | 42 | 18 | 44″ | 110 | XL |
| 43-44 | 107-111 | 44 | 20 | 46″ | 115 | 2XL |
Kids Belts, Size Conversion Chart
| Age | Clothes Size (US) | Clothes Size (Centimeters) | US Belt Size (inches) | European Belt Size (centimeters) |
| 0-6 Months | 0-6M | 50-68 | 20 “ | 50 |
| 6-12 Months | 6-12M | 68-80 | 21″ | 50 |
| 12-18 Months | 12M/1T | 80-86 | 22″ | 55 |
| 18-24 Months | 18M/2T | 86-92 | 22″ | 55 |
| 2 yrs | 2T | 92-98 | 22″ | 55 |
| 3 yrs | 3T | 98-104 | 24″ | 60 |
| 4 yrs | 4T | 104-110 | 24″ | 60 |
| 5 yrs | 5T | 110-116 | 24″ | 60 |
| 6 yrs | 6T | 116-122 | 26″ | 65 |
| 7 yrs | 7 | 122-128 | 26″ | 65 |
| 8 yrs | 8 | 128-134 | 26″ | 65 |
| 9 yrs | 9 | 134-140 | 26″ | 65 |
| 10 yrs | 10 | 140-146 | 28″ | 70 |
| 11 yrs | 11 | 146-152 | 28″ | 70 |
| 12 yrs | 12 | 152-158 | 28″ | 70 |
Belt sizing explained (video)
General Belt Information
Over time, leather belts tend to stretch. Braided belts or belts made out of synthetic or Vegan leathers even more so. It’s good to keep in mind that a belt that feels a little tight initially will likely wear more comfortably over time.
How to clean your belts
Regular cleaning can be done with a wet cloth.
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