size guide

Garment size guide

dress sizes

To find your correct dress size, measure your bust, waist and top and bottom hips.

bust

Measure around the fullest part.

waist

Measure around your natural waistline, keeping tape comfortably loose.

bottom hip

Measure around the widest part of your hips.

top hip

Measure around your hips 4in above the widest part. Then match these measurements to our size chart (below - use scrollbar). Please bear in mind that although garment lengths are listed where applicable, our clothes are cut for an average height of 5ft 6in.

Size 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32
Bust - (cm) 97 103 109 115 121 125 129 133 137 141
(inches) 38 40½ 43 45 47½ 49 50½ 52 54 55½
Waist - (cm) 80 86 92 98 104 111 118 125 127 129
(inches) 31½ 34 36 38½ 41 44 46½ 49 50 51
Top hip (cm) 100 106 112 118 124 130 136 142 149 156
(inches) 39 41½ 44 46½ 48½ 51 53½ 56 58½ 61½
Bottom hip - (cm) 101 107 113 119 125 131 137 143 150 157
(inches) 39½ 42 44½ 47 49¼ 51½ 54 56½ 59 61¾

guide for small, medium, large sizing

Garment Size Small Medium Large
Relevant Clothing Size 16-20 22-26 28-32

If in doubt, call Customer Services on 0870 606 96 66.

TROUSER STYLES

bootcut

bootcut

A stylish trouser shape that sits on the waist, is fitted at the hips and flares at the hem. Ideal for balancing curvy hips and accentuating leg length.

slim leg

slim leg

A flattering style of trouser that sits on the waist, with a closer fit through the thigh, knee and hem.

straight leg

straight leg

A slimming trouser that is cut straight through the thigh and hem.

wide leg

wide leg

Designed with a wider fit around the hip, thigh, knee and hem, which helps to balance out curvy hips.

extra wide leg

extra wide leg

Designed with an extra wide fit around the hip, thigh, knee and hem which helps to balance out curvy hips.

crop length

crop length

A shorter leg length trouser, with a relaxed fit that sits on the waist.

tapered

tapered (peg)

A relaxed fit through the thigh and knee. Tapered from the knee to the ankle.

cigarette

cigarette

A straight cut style of trouser that sits on the ankle. Creates a slimming look and accentuates leg length.

JEANS

bootcut

bootcut

balances curvy hips
sits comfortably on waist
accentuates leg length

slim leg

fitted flare

balances curvy hips
fit to flatter
accentuates leg length

straight leg

bootcut legging

fitted for comfort
elasticated waist
accentuates leg length

wide leg

crop

slims silhouette
sits comfortably on waist
fit to flatter

extra wide leg

easy fit

comfort fit
elasticated waist
sits comfortably on waist

crop length

straight leg

slims silhouette
sits comfortably on waist
accentuates leg length

you won't find a better fit online

Petites and Tall Fit Guide

petite

Our Petite range is specifically tailored to fit the woman who is 5’3” and under:

  • We shorten rises on our trousers so the waistband still sits on your waist (and not under your bust!)
  • We shorten sleeve lengths and body length
  • We move darts so they fit the bust correctly

tall

Our Tall range, suitable for the woman 5’10” and above has the exact opposite amendments:

  • We lengthen the rises so the waistband stays up on the waist
  • We increase the lengths of the bodies and the sleeves
  • We drop darts so the bust still fit well

Bra Size Guide

Believe it or not, more than 70% of women wear the wrong sized bra. Here's our quick and easy guide to help you find the right size for you.

Back Measurement

1. Find your back measurement

  • Measure around yourself just under the bust, keeping the tape quite tight and checking in the mirror that it's level all the way around.
  • If the figure is an even number add 4 inches. If it’s odd, add 5. This gives you your bra size eg.
    38 + 4 = 42 back size
    39 + 5 = 44 back size
Cup Measurement

2. Find your cup size

  • Measure around the fullest part of the bust, again using the mirror to check the tape is level.
  • The difference between this and the back measurement is your cup size. Simply use the table below to check what it is.
Difference in measurements Cup size
1" B
2" C
3" D
4" DD
5" E
6" F
7" G
8" H

Example:
42” back size + 43” fullest bust point measurement = size 42B
42” back size + 50” fullest bust point measurement = size 42H

Bra Style Guide

Because different bras do different things for you, here’s a guide to help you find the one you need.

Balconette

balconette

This bra has a lower cut cup, with wide-set straps and a horizontal bust line. Often seamed or boned,it’s push-up effect gives you a great cleavage - which makes it perfect under low-cut tops.

Plunge

plunge

The one to wear under low cut tops when you really want to wow, this fabulously sexy style lifts you up and maximises your cleavage.

Sling Support

sling support

In this bra the fabric from the cup continues into the strap to give you more support.

Multiway

multiway

This versatile creation features lots of different options - like strapless, halterneck, sheer, one shoulder andracer back - so you can wear it with a whole range of tops and dresses.

T-shirt

t-shirt

With seam-free, moulded cups giving a totally sleek silhouette, every woman should have at least one of these. Make it invisible under clothes by choosing a nude shade if you’re fair, or black if you have dark skin.

Firm Support

firm support

These bras are non-wired and have a full cup, with excellent additional support from stronger fabrics to make you feel secure and comfortable.

Performance

performance

The bra that’s made for action: specially designed to offer maximum support when you’re exercising, with soft cups and padded straps for comfort.

Perfect Bra

how to find the perfect bra

Because wearing the right bra can transform how you look and feel, we've put together top 10 tips on finding one that's made for you. Once you've read through them, check out our bra measuring guide with your tape measure at the ready. But remember, it's worth trying on a few bras, as the tape measure is only a guide.

1. keep checking

Check your bra size at least every six months. Everyone's breasts change over time for lots of different reasons, like having children, loosing or gaining weight, or just getting older.

2. try it for size

When trying a bra on, lean forward and fill the cups properly. If they don't seem properly filled, lift and reposition yourself so that you get a smooth line.

Make sure the cups aren't loose

3. make sure the cups aren't too loose

If the cups are baggy or creasing, try a cup size down.

... or too small

4. ... or too small

If you're overflowing a bit, try a cup size up.

Get the right support

5. get the right support

The underband of the bra gives you your main support - if it's too big the straps will take the strain and dig in. So make sure your underband fits snugly, but gives you enough space to fit two fingers under the back.

Keep it level

6. keep it level

Your underband should be level all the way around too. If it's riding up at the back, try a smaller underband size.

7. go for the middle hook

Always fasten a new bra on the middle hook. That way you'll be able to loosen or tighten it if you need to.

8. make yourself comfortable

With underwired bras, the centre front should lie flat against your breastbone - if it doesn't, go up a cup size. The underwiring itself should sit comfortably on your rib cage, without digging in.

9. use your mirror

Check out your silhouette by trying on your new bra under a gently fitted T-shirt. Look at yourself from every angle to make sure you get a smooth line all round.

10. get moving

Don't just stand there, do something! You need to test that your new bra is comfortable when you're in action.

If you'd like some free, friendly and expert advice, just call into any of our stores and ask for the specialist bra advisor.

Knicker Style Guide

We have such a wide range of briefs it can be tricky knowing what's what, so here's our quick guide.

thong

thong

Usually cut high at the side, with a waist just below your natural waistline and only a slim strip of fabric at the back - guaranteeing no visible panty lines!

mini

mini

This style sits low on the hips, with a low cut-away leg.

midi

midi

Low on the hips with a low leg - with deeper sides than the mini.

high leg

high leg

High cut legs, with a waistband just below your natural waist-line.

full brief

full brief

Sits up to the waist from a low leg to give you full coverage.

girl boxer

girl boxer

Fun, fashionable briefs that are low on the hips with a low, straight leg and wide elastic waistband.

french knickers

french knickers

Flirty, loose and flowing around the legs, these usually finish just below the waist.

control brief

control brief

A full brief shape, with supportive fabric panels to shape the body and create a sleeker silhouette.

tights size guide

Hip/Dress size
  14 - 20
42-48"
107 - 119 cm
22 - 26
49 - 55"
125 - 137 cm
28 - 32
56 - 62"
143 - 157 cm
Height 5’0 - 5’4
152 - 163 cm
1 1 2
5’4 - 5’7
163 - 170 cm
1 2 3
5’7 - 5’10
170 - 178 cm
2 2 3

Footwear Fit Guide

  • All our shoes and boots are wide fitting to help create the perfect fit and are available from sizes 4-10.
  • All our boots have extra calf width to easily zip up over fuller calves and many also have elasticated inserts for increased flexibility.
  • To help prevent those aching feet, we have incorporated padded insoles into many of our shoes and boots.
Size conversion
Evans sizes 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Europe 37 38 39 41 42 43 44
US & Canada 10½ 11½ 12½
Australia 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Size guide illustrations
Find you perfect fit
UK sizes 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Foot length (mm) 229 237 246 254 262 271 279
Joint circumference (mm) 235 241 248 254 260 267 273
Instep circumference (mm) 236 242 249 255 261 268 274
Ankle measurement (style specific) from (mm) 295 301 307 313 319 325 331
Calf circumference (style specific) from (mm) 410 416 422 428 434 440 446
Note: these are intended as guide measurements only