2t Clothing Size

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Shop 2T toddler girl clothes. Girls 2T Bottoms. Girls 2T Dresses. Girls 2T Pajamas. All Products (620). Toddler Size Toddler clothing size (2 to 5 yrs) and Children (little boys/little girls) clothing size (4-7 yrs) often overlap. So, what is the difference between toddler and children clothing size? This depends on brand/manufacturer. But usual differences include: -Some child sizes are narrower and longer.

Finding proper clothing sizes for children is a challenge every parent faces. This is because there is no universal children’s clothing size guide that manufacturers and retailers are required to follow, meaning you can’t rely on uniformity in sizing across brands. For busy parents trying to continually outfit ever-growing kiddos, this can lead to confusion and frustration.

These are the sizing categories you will typically see:

  • Baby (Preemie, 0-24 months)
  • Toddler (2T-6T)
  • Little Kid (4-6X)
  • Big Kid or Tween (7-16)
  • Extended sizing (18-20)

Most baby clothing is sized by age in months, then further defined by weight and height. It’s important to take weight and height into consideration because the by-month sizing varies. For example, Carter’s 0-3 month clothing is for infants of 8-12 pounds and 21-24 inches, but Baby Gap brand 0-3 month sizing specifies 7-12 pounds and 18-23 inches. Refer to any brand’s baby clothes size chart to achieve the best fit.

The ‘T’ in sizes 2T-6T stands for “Toddler” and the number before it is an approximation of age. So, the average-sized two-year-old should fit into a 2T. However, this size overlaps with 24 months. The important thing to know here is that the T sizes are a slimmer fit than the infant by-month sizes like 24 months.
To complicate things further, you may also see sizes without the ‘T.’ For instance, a 3 and a 3T are not the same size. The ‘T’ sizes tend to be several inches shorter, while also allowing more room for a diaper.
Toddler clothes can be notoriously hard to correctly size, as brand fits vary greatly. For example, a Gymboree 2T is listed as 33-36 inches in height and 30-32 pounds. Osh Kosh, similarly, lists a 2T at 35-36 inches and 29-31 pounds. You would think these two brands will offer the same fit, but many parents will tell you Gymboree toddler clothing seem to run quite big.

The size chart used for Little Kid sizes is based on age, but height in inches and weight in pounds is also provided for reference. The Little Kid size chart is the same for boys and girls, but there are different size charts for each gender at the Big Kid/Tween sizes, starting at size 7.

To ensure best fit, both boys and girls should be measured for height, hips, natural waist and inseam. Some retailers will offer sizing based on age, while others offer the standard XS-XL sizing, which typically translates to:

2t Clothing Size

  • XS – 4-5 years
  • S – 6-7 years
  • M – 8-9 years
  • L – 10-11 years
  • XL – 12-13 years

When it comes to fit for girls in the Big Kid/Tween size range, measurements are much more useful than age. Girls’ body proportions are so varied that some brands even specify Slim, Regular and Plus Size for girls’ clothes, with Plus often identified with a ½ added. Here’s an example of how they vary:

  • 10 Slim – 24-inch waist
  • 10 Regular – 26-inch waist
  • 10 Plus (10 ½) – 29-inch waist

Some brands, such as Justice, use a mix of sizing. For example, Justice clothing may come in “Regular” sizes like 12, “Split” Sizes like 12/14 or “Alpha” sizes like Medium or Large. The key is to pay attention to the height and weight specifications for each. Justice also offers chest, waist and hip measurements for added fit assistance.

The Big Kid/Tween sizing for boys is typically meant for boys aged 8-16, but age and size won’t necessarily match up for a growing boy. This is one of the reasons retailers like Gap Kids largely use the “Alpha” sizing of XS-XXL, though they also offer age, height and weight measurements for a more accurate fit.

In boys’ pants and shorts sizes, it’s also common to see Slim and Husky sizing for boys. Slim offers a smaller waist than typical sizing, while Husky is akin to Plus Size. It’s always a good idea to rely on actual measurements when fitting a boy for pants or shorts.

While British sizing is based on age, like American sizing, the rest of Europe bases sizing guides on height. For example, Swedish company Hanna Andersson uses centimeter sizing based on height, while British apparel company Boden bases sizes on age.

When shopping European brands, you may need guidance on size chart conversion. International conversion charts can be helpful. For instance, the Hanna Andersson size conversion chart for baby and toddler clothing looks like this:

  • 50 cm = 18-22 in and 0-3 Months
  • 60 cm = 22-26 in and 3-6 Months
  • 70 cm = 26-30 in and 6-12 Months
  • 75 cm = 28-30 in and 12-18 Months
  • 80 cm = 30-32 in and 18-24 Months
  • 85 cm = 32-34 in and 2T
  • 90 cm = 3T in and 34-38 in

With all international conversion charts, keep in mind they are approximate. To get the most accurate conversion, you should always use a conversion chart that contains actual measurements, rather than just size listings.

Toddler Clothing Sizes

With so many intricacies to children’s clothing sizes, it can take time to find the fit your child needs. Sizing guides may help, as will knowing your child’s measurements before shopping.

Size

Is my math right?

Your little bitty baby is growing up quick and is starting to outgrow their 18 month clothes….now what?

You now have the choice of 24 month, 2T and 2?

By my math, those all the same thing, right? A two year old is 2 and also 24 months?

What the heck does that T stand for?

What could the difference possibly be?

Choosing between 24 month and 2T

No two babies are alike.

I know some 12 month old babies who wear 18-24 month clothing.

There are also some one year olds who are wearing 9-12 month clothes.

Just like adults, no two babies are built the same.

24 month is cut round and usually is an expansion of the patterns for baby clothes labeled by month. (nb, 3m, 6m, 9m, 12m, 18m 24m)

This size can be used by chunky little 12 month olds who have those baby rolls and are still crawling around.

It can also be used by skinny little 2 year old babies.

2T is cut from the patterns used in the toddler section. Hence the “T” (2T, 3T, 4T, 5T)

This size is made for walking toddlers. The T leaves room for diapers.

There may be an incredibly tall two and a half year old toddler who is working on that potty training and is wearing a size 5T to accommodate their long torso and legs, that diaper, or those chunky little cheeks.

Toddler Clothing Size Chart

Choosing between 2T & 2

2T, again, is cut from the Toddler section (2T, 3T, 4T, 5T). Walking toddlers, so it’s not cut as round as the monthly sized clothes but still includes room for diapers.

Clothing

2 is cut from the Children’s section patterns. (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

Think of the children’s section as the potty trained kiddos.

Some parents have those miracle babies that are potty trained at 18 months., so they can go from 18 month clothing straight to 2.

Some of these little 2 year olds are skinny minis and the 2T’s fall off of them even if they are wearing diapers, so they need a 2.

2t Is What Size

But WAIT there’s more!

The store or brand you are shopping with doesn’t have a “2” and your kid is potty trained?

All brands and companies differ. YAY more complications! Now you only have to choose between 24 month and 2T.

Most brands don’t start their “children’s section” until size 4. So your options go from 24m to 2T, 3T, and 4t/4 5T/5, 6, 7 and so on.

I’m sure you noticed as your little one was going through their first year that no two brands are alike…even if the sizing guides were identical…rude.

The Carter’s 6 month was tight, the Garanimals 6 month was nice and comfy and the 6 month un-pronouncable brand you got through Wish or Amazon was huge.

All companies have their own patterns that they use to cut their fabric and no two are completely alike.

2t Clothing Size Chart

So really, you’ve already been in this situation before, you knew how old your baby was, how much they weighed and the baby section still made it confusing because of the clashing brand patterns.

Now, on top of choosing what brand to go with, you get to figure out what section to try out.

In conclusion

Think of these sizes (which seem to all be for the same baby) in 3 different sections.

Baby Section – 24 month

Toddler Section – 2T

Children Section – 2

I made a handy little general sizing guide that covers what most American brands have in their sizing charts.

Unfortunately, it’s going to be a guessing game no matter what, but I hope this was in some way helpful!

Happy Shopping! May the odds be ever in your favor!

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