The Truth About UK vs EU Sizing at Zara
Author: Stylist at TellarDate: 2025
Think your UK size is a 12? Not in Zara. Here’s how EU vs UK sizes compare — and how Tellar.co.uk makes it easy.
The Problem: Conflicting Labels
Zara uses European sizes by default, even on the UK site.
EU SizeUK EquivalentNotes368Often feels like a UK 63810Runs tighter in hips4012True for structured tops
Common Mistakes
Assuming EU 38 = UK 10 (not always)
Forgetting to convert when shopping in-store
Using past sizing that no longer matches your shape
Tellar’s Fix
When you enter your body measurements into Tellar.co.uk, it converts your data into brand-specific sizing, including:
UK → EU
Inches ↔ cm
Store-specific variations
🎯 Avoid conversion headaches📏 Get your Zara EU size without the maths 👉 Create your Tellar profile now — it’s fast, free and fixes the problem for good.
Zara Sizing for Curvy Women: 2025 Guide
Shopping Zara with curves? Find out which pieces fit curvy bodies — and which ones to avoid. Tellar.co.uk makes size selection easy.
Fit Challenges for Curvy Women at Zara
Dresses: tight in bust, no give
Jeans: cut for narrow hips
Tops: narrow shoulder seams
Blazers: gap at buttons
Real Data from Curvy Users on Tellar
84% needed to size up in fitted styles
52% said Zara trousers don’t account for hip-to-waist ratio
1 in 3 reported returning Zara blazers due to bust fit issues
Why Tellar.co.uk is Essential
Tellar uses your real measurements — not labels — to recommend:
Zara styles that suit your proportions
Accurate EU/UK conversions
Alternative size recommendations across 1,500+ brands
👗 More than just a size — it’s a fit profile.🛍️ Create your fit profile now. Tellar is free, takes 1 minute, and helps curvy shoppers avoid the Zara struggle.
Why Zara Sizes Change by Region (And What to Do About It)
Zara sizing differs in the UK, Europe, and the US. Learn how regional sizing affects your fit — and how Tellar solves it.
Regional Sizing: Zara's Hidden Complexity
RegionCommon Fit IssuesUKEU sizing shown, fits tighterEUTrue to fit for local bodiesUSLooser cuts, labelled differently
Why It Matters
UK shoppers often receive EU-tagged items
US sizing often differs by entire 1–2 sizes
Returns from international orders = wasted time + cost
Use Tellar.co.uk to Stay Region-Proof
Tellar adjusts automatically by region.It knows how Zara sizing varies internationally, and always shows the correct size for your country. 🌍 Whether you’re in London, Lisbon or LA — Tellar has your Zara size. 👉 Start now at Tellar.co.uk
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