Fit
Size guide
Most pieces carry a Japanese tag — S, M, L or XL, most often M or L. That is not a UK high-street size: Japanese M is typically closer to a UK 10. Use the centimetres or inches if you can. If you are between sizes, size up.
Letter sizes
Typical body measurements. UK is a rough equivalent only.
| Size | Typical UK | Bust cm | Waist cm | Hips cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 8 | 80–84 | 61–65 | 86–90 |
| M | 10 | 84–88 | 64–68 | 90–94 |
| L | 12 | 88–92 | 67–72 | 94–98 |
| XL | 14–16 | 92–100 | 71–80 | 98–106 |
How to measure
- Bust — fullest part, tape parallel to the floor.
- Waist — narrowest part of the natural waist.
- Hips — fullest part of the hips.
Brands still vary. Where a product lists garment measurements, use those first. Tall customers should check sleeve and body length — Japanese garments are often cut for a shorter average height.