What Size Oversized Hoodie Should I Buy?

Buying a hoodie online is a guess if you skip the size guide. Here is how to get an oversized fit right first time.

Start with the size guide, not the label

Sizing differs between brands, so a medium in one place is a large in another. Read the garment measurements on the product page and compare them to a hoodie you already own and like.

Measure a hoodie you love

Lay your favourite hoodie flat. Measure across the chest from armpit to armpit, and from the top of the shoulder to the hem. Compare these numbers with the size guide. This is more reliable than guessing.

Should you size up?

If the hoodie is already cut oversized, you usually take your normal size. Sizing up on top of that can make it too long and wide. If it is a standard cut and you want an oversized look, going up one size is the usual move.

Think about layering

If you plan to wear it over a thick tee or under a coat, your normal size is often enough. If you want a really roomy fit, size up one.

Check the length

A longer hem suits taller frames. If you are shorter, check that the length will not go past mid thigh. See how to measure your chest.

Allow for the wash

Cotton can shrink a little if it is washed hot, so follow the care label. More on this in why hoodies shrink.

Quick answers

Should I size up or down for an oversized hoodie?

Your normal size if it is cut oversized. Up one if you want extra room from a standard cut.

What if I am between sizes?

Go up if you like it roomy, down if you like it neat.

Where can I check our sizing?

See our shipping and sizing page.

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