Difference in clothing: Small (4) vs 4T
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Anonymous
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I looked for a thread with this topic but can't find anything.
What's the difference between clothing size 4 (small) and 4T? I have a 3yo who fits into most 4T pants, but I'm wondering if i should start buying him size 4 clothing instead? I went to Carter's and they couldnt' give me a straight answer. I need clothing that is as long as possible b/c he's got looooong wiry legs 
Thanks. |
Anonymous
| Size 4 corresponds to size 5T. I'm not very sure if there's any difference between 5T and size 4, they seem similar to me. |
Anonymous
| I was told the "T" is for toddler meaning there's more room I the waist/bottom for a diaper vs. a 4 isn't. |
Anonymous
| I don't think 4 corresponds to Small. In my experience, Small corresponds to 6-7. Extra small is 4-5. 4 pants are slightly longer than 4T pants, but about the same in the waist. |
Anonymous
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Size 4 (usually extra small, not small) is a little longer then size 4T and may be sized a little differently elsewhere.
It often varies by brand too. |
Anonymous
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Disney Store Sizing:
XXS - 2/3 XS - 4 S - 5/6 |
Anonymous
| 4 is bigger than 4T |
Anonymous
| I think of XS as being a step up from 5T, so 2 sizes bigger than 4T. This may not be true of every brand, but it is true for Old Navy/Gap. |
Anonymous
I was told same thing. So for my skinny 4yo, i went with a 4. |
Anonymous
| 4t is slimmer/smaller |
Anonymous
| Agree that 4 is bigger than 4t. For my preschooler, 4 is cut wider . 4t fits her better as she is slim. |
Anonymous
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4T and 4 have the same weight range, but 4 is taller by two inches. * 5T and 5 have the same weight range, but a different height range. The following manufacturers have provided weight and height size charts. Some also provide chest, waist, and hip measurements for children aged 2T to 6X. Guide to Understanding Toddler's Clothing Sizes | eBay |
Anonymous
| The difference is 4t has room for diaper. 4 are longer in length and slimmer cut in tush |
Anonymous
| I thought the room for a diaper was the difference between 24 months and 2T. I was under the impression "T" sizes were not meant to accomodate diapers. |
Anonymous
| Can my 3 year old we’re size 4 |