It’s hard to find your way around when choosing the size of your underwear when you’re a man. What are the standard sizes? What are the differences between US and EU sizes? And above all, what size to take according to his morphology and the type of underwear? If this choice is above all a matter of comfort and aesthetic sense of each one, it is always good to know how to choose his size of underwear for men.
Knowing your measurements before choosing an underwear size
The first thing to know to choose the good size of underwear, it is your measurements. The measurement is therefore an essential step. To do this, take a flexible tape measure (for more precision) and measure the widest distance between your two hips. The waist size is rarely asked when it comes to men’s underwear, and by abuse of language, it is often your hip width that is meant when asking you for your waist size. Measure this distance to the nearest centimeter, because underwear is worn very tightly. The wrong size or measurement error will invariably lead to an unsightly appearance and even discomfort.
Know the international sizing system
The second step before you make your decision is to familiarize yourself with the sizing systems of the different countries. Especially if you order your underwear on the internet or by mail order. There are two systems. A standardized system, and a numerical system.
The standardized sizes generally range from S to XL in Europe, and from 2 to 18 in the US. But these standards vary according to the general morphology of the country. So it is better to refer to the size figures, in cm in Europe, and in inches in English-speaking countries. Once you have taken your measurements, you can divide them by 2.5 to obtain your height in inches.
To convert your size to US standard size, simply subtract 32 from your cm measurement. For example, your French size 38 will be a standard size 6 in the US. Simple and fast. If in doubt, refer to the size guides often available on online stores.