Kids' clothing sizes by age
Heights are approximate; EU sizes equal height in cm.
| Age | Height (cm) | Height (in) | US / EU size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn | Up to 55 cm | Up to 22 in | - |
| 0-3 months | 56-62 cm | 22-24 in | 56-62 |
| 3-6 months | 62-68 cm | 24-27 in | 62-68 |
| 6-12 months | 68-80 cm | 27-31 in | 68-80 |
| 12-18 months | 80-86 cm | 31-34 in | 80-86 |
| 2 years | 86-92 cm | 34-36 in | 2T / 92 |
| 3 years | 92-98 cm | 36-39 in | 3T / 98 |
| 4 years | 98-104 cm | 39-41 in | 4 / 104 |
| 5 years | 104-110 cm | 41-43 in | 5 / 110 |
| 6 years | 110-116 cm | 43-46 in | 6 / 116 |
| 8 years | 122-128 cm | 48-50 in | 8 / 128 |
| 10 years | 134-140 cm | 53-55 in | 10 / 140 |
| 12 years | 146-152 cm | 57-60 in | 12 / 152 |
| 14 years | 158-164 cm | 62-65 in | 14 / 164 |
How to measure a child
- Height: stand against a wall, barefoot, and mark the top of the head.
- Chest: around the fullest part under the arms.
- Waist: around the natural waist above the navel.
- Inseam: crotch to ankle.
Measure with a soft measuring tape and re-check every 3 months for under-3s.
Frequently asked questions
Should I buy by age or height?
Height. Age labels are only a guide.
What is EU size 104?
A child about 104 cm tall, roughly US 4.
How fast do kids outgrow clothes?
Babies change size every 2-3 months, and school-age children about every 6-12 months.