EU to US Belt Size Conversion
| EU (cm) | US (in) |
|---|---|
| 76 | 30 |
| 81 | 32 |
| 86 | 34 |
| 91 | 36 |
| 97 | 38 |
| 102 | 40 |
| 107 | 42 |
Sizing conventions vary by brand and by cut — this table shows the standard published conversion. Always check the garment's own size chart when one is available. See how these tables are compiled.
A EU 97 belt matches a US 38in on the standard chart — the figure to reach for when a European leather goods brand's chart shows only the metric length.
Because belts have multiple holes, a slightly different converted size than your usual belt is rarely a problem in practice — there's typically an inch or more of adjustment either side of the labelled size.
Frequently asked questions
How much give does a typical belt have around its labelled size?
Usually an inch or more either side, thanks to multiple buckle holes — a converted EU-to-US size that's slightly off from your exact waist measurement will usually still fasten comfortably somewhere on the strap.