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Mayoral size guide: newborn to teen (with measurement chart)
Buying Mayoral online for the first time and not sure which size to pick? Mayoral uses a European cm-based sizing system organised by age band, and each sub-brand — Newborn, Baby, Mini, Junior — follows its own chart. This Mayoral size guide walks you through every age range, explains the shoe conversion table for sizes 15–40, and includes a step-by-step method for measuring your child at home. Whether you're shopping from retailers that ship to Cyprus via Mayoral or anywhere else, these charts will help you get the right fit first time.
Why Mayoral sizing works
Mayoral, founded in 1941 in Málaga, Spain (per the Mayoral corporate dossier 2025), uses a straightforward European sizing system: every garment is labelled by age and mapped to a height in centimetres. Unlike some brands that use arbitrary S/M/L labels for children, Mayoral's approach means you can measure your child's height and chest, cross-reference the chart, and order with confidence.
The system is organised into four main age bands, each corresponding to a Mayoral sub-brand (per the Mayoral corporate dossier 2025):
- Mayoral Newborn — 0 to 18 months (heights 50–86 cm)
- Mayoral Baby — 6 to 36 months (heights 68–98 cm)
- Mayoral Mini — 2 to 9 years (heights 92–134 cm)
- Mayoral Junior/Teen — 8 to 16 years (heights 128–170 cm)
Note the overlaps between bands: a 12-month-old might fit in both Newborn and Baby, and an 8-year-old might suit either Mini or Junior. The measurement — rather than the age label — is what decides the right pick.
Size chart by age band
Newborn (0–18 months)
| Age | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–1m | 50–55 | 37 | 37 |
| 1–2m | 55–60 | 39 | 39 |
| 2–4m | 60–65 | 41 | 41 |
| 4–6m | 65–70 | 43 | 43 |
| 6–9m | 70–74 | 45 | 45 |
| 12m | 74–80 | 47 | 47 |
| 18m | 80–86 | 49 | 48 |
Newborn sizing is the most forgiving — pieces are designed with generous stretch and snap closures that accommodate fast growth. If your baby is between two heights, choose the larger size.
Baby (6–36 months)
| Age | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6m | 68 | 44 | 44 |
| 9m | 74 | 46 | 46 |
| 12m | 80 | 48 | 47 |
| 18m | 86 | 50 | 49 |
| 24m | 92 | 52 | 50 |
| 36m | 98 | 54 | 51 |
The Baby range is where most parents first encounter Mayoral sizing questions. The overlap between Newborn 18m and Baby 18m can be confusing — the key difference is cut: Baby pieces have a wider, more active-wear silhouette designed for mobile toddlers, while Newborn 18m retains the softer, layette-style fit.
Mini (2–9 years)
| Age | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 92 | 52 | 50 |
| 3 | 98 | 54 | 51 |
| 4 | 104 | 56 | 52 |
| 5 | 110 | 58 | 54 |
| 6 | 116 | 60 | 55 |
| 7 | 122 | 62 | 56 |
| 8 | 128 | 64 | 58 |
| 9 | 134 | 66 | 59 |
Mini is the widest age span and where body-type differences start to matter. Mayoral does not currently offer separate "slim" and "regular" cuts across the Mini range, but the fit tends to be slightly tapered through the body — children with a stockier build may need to size up by one.
Junior/Teen (8–16 years)
| Age | Height (cm) | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 128 | 64 | 58 |
| 10 | 140 | 69 | 62 |
| 12 | 152 | 76 | 65 |
| 14 | 157 | 82 | 68 |
| 16 | 162–170 | 86 | 71 |
Junior and Teen sizing bridges children's and adult proportions. At size 14–16, some pieces — especially footwear — may surface under adult filters in retailer catalogues because retailers map the larger sizes onto women's or men's standard ranges. If you're shopping for a teenager on Mayoral, check both the kids and adult Mayoral filters.
Special considerations: growth spurts and body-type differences
Children don't grow at a constant rate. Two common patterns to account for when choosing Mayoral sizes:
- Growth spurts at 6–8 months, 18 months, and 3 years: if your child is approaching one of these windows, buy the next size up — Mayoral's generous cuts in the Newborn and Baby ranges make this safe without the garment looking oversized.
- Body-type differences (slim vs. regular): Mayoral's default fit is medium-slim. Children with broader shoulders or a bigger tummy relative to their height may need to go one size up in structured pieces (shirts, jackets, dresses with waistbands). Stretchy basics (leggings, T-shirts) accommodate a wider range of body types at each size.
If you're between two sizes in any Mayoral range, the general rule is: always size up. Children grow into the larger size within weeks, and slightly loose clothing is more comfortable than tight.
Shoe sizing: EU 15–40 (with EU-UK-US conversion)
Mayoral's footwear line covers EU sizes 15 to 40 (per the Mayoral corporate dossier 2025). The table below maps EU sizes to UK and US equivalents — use foot length in cm as the most reliable guide.
Baby & toddler shoes (EU 15–22)
| EU | UK | US | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 0 | 0.5 | 9.0 |
| 16 | 0.5 | 1 | 9.6 |
| 17 | 1 | 2 | 10.3 |
| 18 | 2 | 3 | 10.9 |
| 19 | 3 | 4 | 11.6 |
| 20 | 4 | 5 | 12.3 |
| 21 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 12.9 |
| 22 | 5 | 6 | 13.6 |
Kids' shoes (EU 23–30)
| EU | UK | US | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 6 | 7 | 14.2 |
| 24 | 7 | 8 | 14.9 |
| 25 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 15.5 |
| 26 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 16.2 |
| 27 | 9 | 10 | 16.8 |
| 28 | 10 | 11 | 17.5 |
| 29 | 11 | 12 | 18.1 |
| 30 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 18.8 |
Junior shoes (EU 31–40)
| EU | UK | US | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 12.5 | 13 | 19.4 |
| 32 | 13 | 1Y | 20.1 |
| 33 | 1 | 2Y | 20.7 |
| 34 | 2 | 3Y | 21.4 |
| 35 | 2.5 | 3.5Y | 22.0 |
| 36 | 3.5 | 4.5Y | 22.7 |
| 37 | 4 | 5Y | 23.3 |
| 38 | 5 | 6Y | 24.0 |
| 39 | 6 | 7Y | 24.6 |
| 40 | 6.5 | 7.5Y | 25.3 |
For baby shoes (pre-walkers, sizes 15–18), the fit is softer and more flexible — these are designed to protect feet without restricting natural movement. Once you move into walking shoes (size 19+), Mayoral uses a firmer sole and more structured construction. Always measure foot length in the afternoon when feet are at their largest.
How to measure your child at home
Accurate measurements are the single best way to avoid sizing mistakes when ordering Mayoral online. For clothing, you need height and chest circumference. For shoes, you need foot length.
Step 1: Measure height
Stand your child against a wall without shoes, heels together and back straight. Place a flat object (a book or ruler) horizontally on top of their head, touching the wall. Mark the wall at the point where the object meets it, then measure from the floor to the mark with a tape measure. For babies who can't stand, lay them flat on a firm surface and measure from crown to sole.
Step 2: Measure chest circumference
Wrap a soft tape measure around the widest part of the chest, just under the armpits. Keep the tape flat and snug but not tight — you should be able to fit one finger between the tape and the body. Record in centimetres.
Step 3: Measure foot length
Place your child's foot on a piece of paper against a wall. Mark the tip of the longest toe with a pen held vertically. Measure from the wall edge to the mark. Repeat with the other foot and use the longer measurement. Add 10–12 mm for growth allowance before consulting the shoe size chart above.
Step 4: Match measurements to the chart
Match the height to the clothing size chart and the foot length to the shoe chart. If measurements fall between two sizes, always choose the larger one. For children under 18 months, cross-reference both the Newborn and Baby charts — the age bands overlap and the better fit depends on body proportions, not the age label.
Tip for babies: measure while they're sleeping or relaxed. A squirming baby makes accurate measurement difficult, and even 2–3 cm of error can push you into the wrong size.
Do Mayoral garments run small, true, or large?
Based on what we observe across the retailers that ship Mayoral to Cyprus and that we track on Mayoral:
- Newborn and Baby: tends to run true to size, with generous stretch in basics. Gift sets and formal pieces may run slightly smaller due to more structured fabrics.
- Mini: runs slightly slim through the body. Children with average-to-broad builds may benefit from sizing up one.
- Junior/Teen: runs true to size in casual pieces. Structured items (blazers, occasion dresses) can feel tight at the stated size — try one size up if your teen is between sizes.
- Shoes: Mayoral footwear is generally true to EU sizing, but pre-walker shoes (sizes 15–18) tend to be generous while dress shoes (sizes 31+) run slightly narrow.
The safest approach across every Mayoral range: always measure, never guess from age alone. Two children of the same age can differ by 10 cm in height — an entire Mayoral size.
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Frequently asked questions
What size is "18–24 months" in Mayoral?
Mayoral labels by single age points, not ranges. The 18-month label corresponds to height 86 cm and the 24-month label to height 92 cm. If your child is in the middle of this window, measure their height: closer to 86 cm means size 18m; closer to 92 cm means size 24m (Baby range).
How does Mayoral sizing compare to H&M or Zara?
Mayoral tends to run slightly slimmer than H&M (which cuts generously) and roughly similar to Zara Kids in body fit. The key difference is that Mayoral uses height in cm as the primary reference rather than age ranges, making it more precise. If your child fits "4–5 years" in H&M, they may need a Mayoral size 5 (110 cm) or even size 6 (116 cm) if they're tall for their age.
Do I need a different size chart for Abel & Lula?
Abel & Lula, Mayoral's premium occasion-wear line, follows the same sizing system as the main Mayoral range (per the Mayoral corporate dossier 2025). However, occasion dresses with structured bodices tend to fit tighter than casual Mayoral Mini pieces at the same stated size. When buying Abel & Lula, consider sizing up one if your child is at the upper boundary of the chart.
How accurate is Mayoral's age labelling?
Age labels are approximate guides only. Mayoral itself uses height as the primary measurement — the age is a convenience label. A tall 3-year-old might wear Mayoral size 4 or 5, while a petite 3-year-old could still be in size 2. Always measure height and chest before ordering.
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