Levi's Jeans Size Converter

Convert Levi's jeans sizes (US Standard) to international sizes. Find your equivalent size in UK, EU, and other regions.

Size Converter

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Converted Sizes

International Sizes

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Reference Table

Complete size conversion chart

US	UK	EU	AU	IT	FR	Waist (cm)	Inseam (in)
26	26	42	66	42	34	66	30
27	27	43	69	43	35	68.5	30
28	28	44	72	44	36	71	30
29	29	45	74	45	37	73.5	30
30	30	46	76	46	38	76	30
31	31	47	79	47	39	78.5	32
32	32	48	81	48	40	81	32
33	33	49	84	49	41	83.5	32
34	34	50	86	50	42	86	32
36	36	52	91	52	44	91	32
38	38	54	96	54	46	96	34
40	40	56	101	56	48	101	34
42	42	58	106	58	50	106	34
44	44	60	111	60	52	111	34

Frequently Asked Questions

👖 How to Measure for Jeans

For the best fit, measure a pair of jeans that fit you well, rather than measuring your body directly. Lay them flat on a hard surface.

1. Waist

How to measure jeans waist size - measuring tape around waistband of jeans

Lay the jeans flat on a hard surface.
Pull the waistband tight so the front and back align.
Measure across the top edge and double the number.

2. Inseam

How to measure jeans inseam length - from crotch seam to bottom hem of leg

Measure from the crotch seam down the inside of the leg to the hem.
Keep the tape straight.

3. Front Rise

How to measure jeans front rise - from crotch seam to top of waistband

Measure from the crotch seam up to the top of the waistband.
This determines if they are high, mid, or low rise.

4. Thigh

How to measure jeans thigh width - measuring tape across widest part of thigh

Measure across the leg, 1 inch below the crotch seam.
Double this number for the full thigh circumference.

💡 Fit Tips

Raw Denim

Raw denim stretches up to 1 inch in the waist. Buy them snug.

Sanforized

Most modern jeans are pre-shrunk (sanforized) and won't shrink much.

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💡Quick Answer

Levi's generally uses standard US sizing based on waist and inseam inches (e.g., 32x32). However, fit varies by style (e.g., 501 vs. 511). Always check the specific style's fit guide.

Understanding Levi's Jeans Sizing

Levi's uses standard US sizing (waist x inseam in inches), but the fit varies dramatically across their many styles. The 501, 511, 505, and 514 all have different cuts even in the same waist size. Understanding the "fit number" is crucial.

Popular Levi's Fits Explained

501 Original: Straight leg, button fly, sits at waist. The iconic fit. 100% cotton versions shrink; stretch versions don't.
511 Slim: Slim through hip and thigh, narrow leg opening. Sits below waist. Great for a modern, tapered look.
505 Regular: Straight leg, regular rise, zip fly. More room in the seat and thigh than the 501.
514 Straight: Sits lower on the waist than 501, straight through the leg. A relaxed, modern straight fit.

Levi's Jeans Size Converter