The Belt Size Conversion Chart
The need for a 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
- Unisex US to EU bet size converter (with international sizing and waist size)
- How to Measure your Belt size in 4 easy steps
- International Belt Size Charts FAQ
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.
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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 |
US Belt Size to European Belt size conversion chart
In the United State, Americans mainly use inches in US belt measurements and sizes. In Europe, most European countries measure belts in centimeters. Next to those 2 major international Belt size systems (US Belt size charts and European Belt size charts), some global fashion companies keep it simple and use a more generalized sizing like S, M, L, XL, etc.
| US Belt Size (inches) | European Belt Size (centimeters) | International Size | Waiste Size (inches) |
| 30″ | 75 | XS | 28″ |
| 32″ | 80 | S | 30″ |
| 34″ | 85 | M | 32″ |
| 36″ | 90 | M | 34″ |
| 38″ | 95 | L | 36″ |
| 40″ | 100 | L | 38″ |
| 42″ | 105 | XL | 40″ |
| 44″ | 110 | XL | 42″ |
| 46″ | 115 | 2XL | 44″ |
| 48″ | 120 | 3XL | 46″ |
| 50″ | 125 | 4XL | 48″ |
International Belt Size Charts FAQ
A European belt size 90 is the same as a US 36 size belt. Generally it’s a Medium or M sized international belt size.
This is a system of Dual Sized Belts Size charts. Some Global belt brands that sell to customers in both the US and Europe tend to note sizes in both measurements using a slash between the numbers. For example, a belt with the size 46/115 will fit a person who needs a 46 inch or 115 centimeter belt, or 2XL or XXL sized belt.
The European method of belt sizing is also used in the UK (and Japan)
The correct belt size is important for many reasons. From aesthetical point of view, the belt and pants can’t be too long. In addition, a belt must be comfortable and easy to strap, it should not be too short.
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. Then check the result in the tables with international belt sizes.
For a 34″ waist, you must choose a 36 inch belt size. The entire belt size conversion tables are available here: Men Belt Size Chart , Women Belt Size Chart and Kids Belt Size Chart.
A tight belt or waistband is like a tourniquet around your waist, disrupting the flow of your digestive system. We’re no doctors, however, some study learns us that a too-tight belt can cause Health problems or physical harm like Heart Burn (Acid Reflux), Abdominal Pain, Lower Back and Spinal Pain, Leg tingling,… and so on. With Belts, Size does matter.
How to Measure your Belt Size in 4 easy steps
How to measure your Belt Size in 4 easy steps
- Measure your waist or the place you plan to wear the belt
The best way is to measure around where you wear the belt.
- Use a Measuring tape on top of your clothes
On the desired place where you plan to wear the belt, go around your waist with a simple measuring tape. When You measure in Inches, If it is an odd number, round up to the next even number.
- Measure an existing belt you’re wearing
Alternatively, you can measure at the fold, or where the buckle and the leather starts, to the hole that you currently use. Note that belt sizes always work to the middle hole of 5 holes. Do not include the buckle length in your measurement. When You measure in Inches, If it is an odd number, round up to the next even number. Don’t measure the length from end to end. You will not get the correct size that way.
- Convert the waist size measurement into the desired international Belt Size
The waist size is not the same as the belt size. Check above Waist size to EU belt size to US belt size conversion chart to get the correct size. When measuring in inches, go 2 inches up as a rule of thumb.
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.
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