Stumbled upon an item you love online, but wondering what Arket’s sizing is like? You’ve come to the right place. As a long-time shopper at Arket, I’ve become accustomed to the brand’s sizing and know exactly which sizes to buy to fit perfectly. It’s usually a process of trial and error, but if you don’t have time to try on countless sizes or you don’t want to spend the extra money ordering them, I can lend my advice.

If you’ve never bought anything from Arket before, you’re in for a treat. Inspired by the Nordic modernist movement, functionality and durability are the foundations of the brand’s design ethos. Arket builds on the concept of “functional beauty” and the mission to improve people’s lives through well-designed clothes that will last. Although their pieces aren’t cheap for the high street, Arket delivers quality that lasts for years so it’s well worth spending a little extra.

The label is part of the H&M group. H&M itself has been criticised in the past for its inconsistent sizing, with many shoppers being completely thrown by the huge variation between sizes. So is Arket a similar story? Here’s what you need to know. Next, read our sizing guides for Zara, Other Stories and Mango.

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Does Arket’s sizing come up small?

Arket typically fits true to size, but some items can feel too oversized on someone petite. Expect a lot of loose and breezy fits. Their generous sizing is great if you love the oversized look, but you could consider going down a size if you want a more tailored and fitted look.

You might want to consider going a size down for shirts and outerwear if you’re in-between sizes, and for jeans, there’s a possibility you might need to go a size up. Their dress collection is deliberately oversized, so the sizing will depend on how comfortable you feel wearing oversized pieces for your personal style.

What size do Arket models wear?

Like many retail brands, Arket don’t disclose the sizes the models are wearing. We can assume they are small, but with the brand’s loose fits, it can be anyone’s guess. It’s also worth noting that stylists pin the clothing more often than not to make the clothing look perfect, so looking at the model isn’t a great way to gauge how well the clothing will fit you anyway.

Do Arket coats run big or small?

The coats are relatively true to size. If you’re petite, you have to remember that the brand’s jackets and coats are designed to fit looser. Coats and blazers can sit far too long on shorter frames and might need a few alterations. So if you’re happy to tailor the sleeves and length, go ahead. If you don’t want to spend money on alterations, you can go a size down.

What size is Arket 40?

According to the Arket size chart, a size 40 translates to several different sizes depending on the region. In European and Italian sizing (EU/IT), it is a size 40. For the UK, this size corresponds to a 6.5, while in the US, it translates to an 8.5.

What size is Arket 36?

The Arket women’s clothing size chart shows that a size 36 corresponds to different sizes in various regions. In European and Italian sizing, it is a 36. In the UK, this size is a 3.5, while in the US, it translates to a 5.5.

Arket size guide

Arket has a super handy detailed size guide that converts European sizes to UK sizes to make the process of shopping online easier. It also clearly states the body measurements for the chest, waist, hips and inside legs, so you can ensure you’re getting the right fit in specific products.