Sizes For Bedding | Clothing | Shoe | Ring
Whether you are just entering college and living independently, you are about to decorate the bedding for your new home, or choose clothes and shoes as a gift for a friend or loved one, have you ever been confused about choosing the right sizes?
Yes, there are so many measurements and sizing systems that it can be challenging to know where to start. However, this post offers some general guidelines that can help while you are shopping for these items.
What Is Standard Size Bedding?
There are a variety of bedding sizes available on the market, but what is considered standard size bedding? The answer may depend on where you live.
In the United States and Canada, the standard bedding sizes are as follows:
Twin beds are 39 inches x 75 inches ( i.e 99x191cm), and fit bedspread/duvet cover 180x220cm.
Full-size beds are 54 inches x 75 inches (i.e 137 x 191cm), and fit bedspread/duvet cover 180x220cm.
Queen-size beds are 60 inches x 80 inches ( i.e 152x203cm), and fit bedspread/duvet cover 225x225cm.
Cal-King size beds are 72 inches x 84 inches (i.e 183x213cm), and fit bedspread/duvet cover 225x225cm
King-size beds are the largest standard option, measuring 76 inches x 80 inches ( i.e 193x203cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 260x230cm.
MATTRESS-TYPE DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
Twin 39″ x 75″
Twin XL 39″ x 80″
Full 54″ x 75″
Queen. 60″ x 80″
King. 76″ x 80″
Cal-King. 72″ x 84″
In Europe, the standard bedding sizes are as follows:
Twin beds are 35.4inches x 74.8inches (i.e 90x190cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 135x200cm.
Full-size beds are 53inches x 74.8inches (i.e 135 x 190cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 160x220cm.
Queen-size beds are 59.8 inches x 78 inches (i.e 152 x 198cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 225x225cm.
King-size beds are 70.9inches x 78.7inches (i.e 180 x200cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 240x220cm.
In Australia, the standard bed and mattress sizes are as follows:
Twin beds are 36 inches x 74 inches (i.e 92x188cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 140x210cm.
Full-size beds are 54 inches x 74 inches (i.e 138 x 188cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 180x210cm.
Queen-size beds are 60 inches x 80 inches (i.e 153 x 203cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 210x210cm.
King-size beds measure 72 inches x 80 inches (i.e 183 x203cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 240x220cm.
In South Africa, the standard bed and mattress sizes are as follows:
Single beds are 36 inches x 74 inches (i.e 92x188cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 140x210cm.
Full-size beds are 53.9 inches x 74 inches (i.e 137 x 188cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 180x210cm.
Queen-size beds are 59.8 inches x 74 inches (i.e 152 x 188cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 210x210cm.
King-size beds are 72 inches x 74 inches (i.e 183 x188cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 240x220cm.
In Singapore and Malaysia, the standard bed and mattress sizes are as follows:
Single beds are 36 inches x 75 inches (i.e 91x191cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 150x210cm.
Full-size beds are 42 inches x 75 inches (i.e 107 x 191cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 175x210cm.
Queen-size beds are 60 inches x 75 inches (i.e 152 x 191cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 190x210cm.
King-size beds are 72 inches x 75 inches (i.e 183 x191cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 210x210cm.
In Japan, the standard bed and mattress sizes are as follows:
Single beds are 38 inches x 77 inches (i.e 97x195cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 150x210cm.
Full-size beds are 38 inches x 81 inches (i.e 97 x 205cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 175x210cm.
Queen-size beds are 61 inches x 77 inches (i.e 154 x 195cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 190x210cm.
King-size beds are 67 inches x 77 inches (i.e 170 x195cm), and fit bedspreads/duvet cover 210x210cm.
As you can see, there is some variation in what is considered standard size bedding. However, most bedding manufacturers produce a range of sizes to accommodate different markets.
What Are Standard Clothing Sizes?
When buying clothes, it is important to know your measurements and to compare them to the size chart of the clothing manufacturer. Pay attention to the fit of the garment, as well as to the overall style. For example, if you are buying a dress shirt, you will want to make sure that it fits comfortably on the shoulders and chest, and that the length is appropriate.
Men’s Clothing Sizes 🔽
| X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large | XX-Large | |
| Chest | 30-32 | 34-36 | 38-40 | 42-44 | 46-48 | 50-52 |
| Waist | 28-30 | 30-32 | 32-34 | 34-36 | 38-40 | 42-44 |
| Hip | 30-32 | 34-36 | 38-40 | 42-44 | 46-48 | 48-50 |
| Sleeve | 31-32 | 32-33 | 33-34 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 37-38 |
| Neck | 14 | 14-14 ½ | 15-15½ | 16-16½ | 17-17½ | 18-18½ |
Women’s Clothing Sizes 🔽
Boys’ Clothing Sizes 🔽
Girls’ Clothing Sizes 🔽
Baby Clothing Sizes 🔽
What Are Standard Shoe Sizes?
If you are buying shoes, it is important to know your foot size and width, as well as the size of the shoe in the country of origin. In addition, pay attention to any special instructions that the manufacturer may provide. With a little bit of research, you can ensure that you choose the right size every time. However, some general guidelines can help.
Men’s Shoe Sizes 🔽
Women’s Shoe Sizes 🔽
Children’s Shoe Sizes 🔽
How To Measure Your Ring Sizes?
What is the best method to measure your ring sizes? There are several ways that you can do this. The easiest way would be using a ruler.
To measure your ring size, first, find a soft ruler, circle around the thickest position of your finger, make a mark at the overlap of the scales, then take down the soft ruler and unfold it, check the length between the two scales, that is, the circumference of the ring, and then check your suitable ring number by comparing with the following ring number table.
Ring Sizes Chart
| Ring Number | Diameter mm | Circumference mm |
| 1 | 12.3 | 38.6 |
| 2 | 12.6 | 39.6 |
| 3 | 12.9 | 40.5 |
| 4 | 13.3 | 41.8 |
| 5 | 13.7 | 43 |
| 6 | 14.1 | 43.3 |
| 7 | 14.4 | 45.2 |
| 8 | 14.8 | 46.5 |
| 9 | 15.1 | 47.4 |
| 10 | 15.4 | 48.4 |
| 11 | 15.8 | 49.6 |
| 12 | 16.1 | 50.6 |
| 13 | 16.5 | 51.8 |
| 14 | 16.9 | 53.1 |
| 15 | 17.2 | 54 |
| 16 | 17.6 | 55.3 |
| 17 | 17.9 | 56.2 |
| 18 | 18.3 | 57.5 |
| 19 | 18.6 | 58.4 |
| 20 | 19 | 59.7 |
| 21 | 19.2 | 60.3 |
| 22 | 19.5 | 61.2 |
| 23 | 19.9 | 62.5 |
| 24 | 20.2 | 63.4 |
| 25 | 20.7 | 65 |
| 26 | 21 | 66 |
| 27 | 21.3 | 66.9 |
| 28 | 21.6 | 67.8 |
| 29 | 22.1 | 69.4 |
| 30 | 22.6 | 71 |
| 31 | 22.9 | 71.9 |
| 32 | 23.1 | 72.5 |
| 33 | 23.5 | 73.8 |
