The Youth Alpha-size System (S, M, L - small, medium, large) is used world wide. Together with the US size system (age) and the EUR size system (height), it is the most used youth clothing size system internationally.
Youth alpha size is used from approx. 7/8 years age and up to around 15. Then the women's size system is next.
But what youth size is right for your kid? Let us show you...
How to Measure Girls' Youth Size
To determine Alpha Youth Clothing Size, you will need to take three simple body measurements:
1. Height: Body height measured when standing upright against a wall.
2. Waist Measurement: Circumference around girl's waistline (narrowest part of torso).
3. Chest: Measure circumference aroundt fullest part of chest (under arms).
Alpha Size Chart, Inches:
Size by Age
SIZE INTERNATIONAL |
AGE AVERAGE |
XS | 6-8 |
S | 8-10 |
M | 10-12 |
L | 12-13 |
XL | 13-16 |