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Size Guide

Universal Size Guide

Use our master size charts below to find your perfect fit across our clothing and footwear collections. All measurements are provided as standard industry guidelines.

1. Men's Formal Shirts (Collar Sizing)

Formal dress shirts are measured primarily by the neck circumference.

  • S (Small): Collar 14.5" - 15" (37cm - 38cm) | To Fit Chest 36" - 38"
  • M (Medium): Collar 15.5" - 16" (39cm - 41cm) | To Fit Chest 39" - 41"
  • L (Large): Collar 16.5" - 17" (42cm - 43cm) | To Fit Chest 42" - 44"
  • XL (X-Large): Collar 17.5" - 18" (44cm - 46cm) | To Fit Chest 45" - 47"
  • 2XL (XX-Large): Collar 18.5" - 19" (47cm - 48cm) | To Fit Chest 48" - 50"
  • 3XL (3X-Large): Collar 19.5" - 20" (50cm - 51cm) | To Fit Chest 51" - 53"
  • 4XL (4X-Large): Collar 20.5" - 21" (52cm - 53.5cm) | To Fit Chest 54" - 56"

1b. Men's Suit Jackets, Blazers & Waistcoats

Tailored jackets and waistcoats are sized primarily by chest circumference in inches.

  • 36" Jacket (Small / EU 46): To Fit Chest 36" (91.5cm)
  • 38" Jacket (Small - Medium / EU 48): To Fit Chest 38" (96.5cm)
  • 40" Jacket (Medium / EU 50): To Fit Chest 40" (101.5cm)
  • 42" Jacket (Large / EU 52): To Fit Chest 42" (106.5cm)
  • 44" Jacket (Large - X-Large / EU 54): To Fit Chest 44" (111.5cm)
  • 46" Jacket (X-Large / EU 56): To Fit Chest 46" (117cm)
  • 48" Jacket (XX-Large / EU 58): To Fit Chest 48" (122cm)
  • 50" Jacket (3X-Large / EU 60): To Fit Chest 50" (127cm)
  • 52" Jacket (4X-Large / EU 62): To Fit Chest 52" (132cm)

Jacket Fitting Lengths

Most premium tailoring brands offer different jacket lengths based on your height:

  • Short (S): Ideal for heights up to 5'7" (170cm)
  • Regular (R): Ideal for heights from 5'8" to 6'0" (173cm - 183cm)
  • Long (L): Ideal for heights 6'1" and over (185cm+)

2. Men's Pullovers, Knitwear & Casual Shirts

For jumpers, casual shirts, t-shirts, and coats measured by chest size.

  • S (Small): To Fit Chest 36" - 38" (91.5cm - 96.5cm)
  • M (Medium): To Fit Chest 39" - 41" (99cm - 104cm)
  • L (Large): To Fit Chest 42" - 44" (106.5cm - 112cm)
  • XL (X-Large): To Fit Chest 45" - 47" (114.5cm - 119.5cm)
  • 2XL (XX-Large): To Fit Chest 48" - 50" (122cm - 127cm)
  • 3XL (3X-Large): To Fit Chest 51" - 53" (129.5cm - 134.5cm)
  • 4XL (4X-Large): To Fit Chest 54" - 56" (137cm - 142cm)

3. Men's Trousers, Chinos & Jeans

Trouser sizing is determined by your waist circumference and your inside leg length.

Waist Sizing

  • 30" Waist: 76cm (Alpha Size: Small)
  • 32" Waist: 81.5cm (Alpha Size: Medium)
  • 34" Waist: 86.5cm (Alpha Size: Medium - Large)
  • 36" Waist: 91.5cm (Alpha Size: Large)
  • 38" Waist: 96.5cm (Alpha Size: X-Large)
  • 40" Waist: 101.5cm (Alpha Size: XX-Large)
  • 42" Waist: 106.5cm (Alpha Size: 3X-Large)
  • 44" Waist: 111.5cm (Alpha Size: 4X-Large)

Inside Leg Length

  • Short (S): 30" Inside Leg (76cm)
  • Regular (R): 32" Inside Leg (81.5cm)
  • Long (L): 34" Inside Leg (86.5cm)

4. Women's Blouses & Tops

Standard conversions for women's tops and tailored items.

  • UK 8 (XS): To Fit Bust 32" (81cm)
  • UK 10 (S): To Fit Bust 34" (86cm)
  • UK 12 (M): To Fit Bust 36" (91cm)
  • UK 14 (L): To Fit Bust 38" (97cm)
  • UK 16 (XL): To Fit Bust 40" (102cm)
  • UK 18 (2XL): To Fit Bust 42" (107cm)
  • UK 20 (3XL): To Fit Bust 44" (112cm)

5. Women's Skirts & Trousers

Sizing guidelines for waist and hip fits.

  • UK 8: Waist 25" (63.5cm) | Hips 35" (89cm)
  • UK 10: Waist 27" (68.5cm) | Hips 37" (94cm)
  • UK 12: Waist 29" (73.5cm) | Hips 39" (99cm)
  • UK 14: Waist 31" (78.5cm) | Hips 41" (104cm)
  • UK 16: Waist 33" (84cm) | Hips 43" (109cm)
  • UK 18: Waist 36" (91.5cm) | Hips 46" (117cm)
  • UK 20: Waist 39" (99cm) | Hips 49" (124.5cm)

6. Footwear Size Guide

Shoe sizes can vary slightly by brand, but these charts show standard conversions.

Men's Shoes

  • UK 6: EU 39-40 | US 7 | Foot Length approx. 24.5cm
  • UK 7: EU 41 | US 8 | Foot Length approx. 25.4cm
  • UK 8: EU 42 | US 9 | Foot Length approx. 26.3cm
  • UK 9: EU 43 | US 10 | Foot Length approx. 27.2cm
  • UK 10: EU 44-44.5 | US 11 | Foot Length approx. 28.0cm
  • UK 11: EU 45-46 | US 12 | Foot Length approx. 28.8cm
  • UK 12: EU 47 | US 13 | Foot Length approx. 29.6cm

Pex Black 5 Pair Pack Cotton Rich School Socks – S4335/002

£11.50

Pex Black Cotton-Rich School Socks – 5 Pair Pack

The Pex Black Cotton-Rich School Socks Twin Pack (Product Code: S4335/002) represents an essential, high-quality uniform staple engineered to handle the rigorous wear of a demanding school schedule. Supplied in a convenient five-pair multi-pack, these classic plain black socks ensure your child has a fresh, comfortable, and uniform-compliant layer ready for every single day of the academic week.

They serve as a highly dependable foundation piece for the daily classroom wardrobe, moving easily across changing seasonal terms. The smooth, flat-knit layout beautifully balances a crisp presentation with ultimate everyday utility, ensuring students look perfectly put-together and feel entirely at ease whether they are sitting through long exams, navigating busy school corridors, or enjoying active outdoor lunchtime games on the playground.

Technical Breathability and Reinforced Flat-Knit Construction

The cornerstone of these Pex school socks is their premium cotton-rich material blend, meticulously selected to optimize natural thermal regulation. The high-grade cotton fibres provide outstanding natural breathability and a soft tactile touch against the skin, actively drawing moisture away from feet to keep them cool, dry, and fresh during extended classroom hours. This technical fabric is highly resilient, maintaining its soft cushioning and deep black colour depth even after frequent hot machine laundering cycles.

Designed with a focus on structural longevity, the socks feature a classic flat-knit architecture that eliminates bulky bulkiness inside standard leather school shoes. The interior toe and heel fields are subtly reinforced with durable, high-density stitching to protect against friction damage, thinning, and premature holes. The unisex design is cut with a flexible rib-knit cuff that gently grips the leg, ensuring the socks stay securely in place without slipping down or constricting circulation during active movement.

Complete Uniform Compliance and Practical Weekly Multi-Pack

We understand that managing active school wardrobes requires both outstanding financial value and strict adherence to school dress codes. This pack conveniently supplies five pairs of matching plain black socks, completely removing the hassle of matching stray socks on busy school mornings. The clean, unbranded matte black aesthetic ensures full compliance with institutional uniform guidelines across the United Kingdom, making them an ideal, fuss-free choice for both boys and girls.

Key Product Specifications

Our premium Pex school socks are engineered with precise technical, material, and structural attributes to ensure an immaculate finish:

  • Official Style Identification: Designated under product code S4335/002 for effortless style verification, size checking, and quick online matching.

  • Premium Cotton-Rich Blend: Woven with high-grade cotton fibres to deliver a soft, highly breathable, and skin-friendly environment for growing feet.

  • Convenient 5-Pair Multi-Pack: Packaged neatly with five individual pairs of premium black socks to effortlessly cover the full school week.

  • Classic Flat-Knit Layout: Built with a thin, smooth flat-knit structure that fits snugly without bunching up or creating pressure points.

  • Adaptable Unisex Profiling: Tailored with an inclusive, highly versatile fit suitable for both boys and girls across all age groups.

  • Non-Slip Elasticated Cuffs: Outfitted with a secure, flexible ribbed top band designed to keep the socks upright without digging into the skin.

  • County Armagh Heritage: Supplied by Hugh McElvanna Menswear, proudly outfitting local school pupils with authentic uniform essentials since 1970.

Sophisticated Daily Uniform Styling Advice

The timeless black tone and clean finish of these official Pex socks make them exceptionally simple to coordinate with any standard school uniform requirements. For a polished, fully compliant appearance, layer these flat-knit socks smoothly beneath tailored charcoal grey trousers or a pleated school uniform skirt. Pair the layout with sturdy, polished black leather school shoes, ensuring the ribbed cuffs sit neatly just above the ankle line for a smart, professional aesthetic.