BalenciagavsLoewe, Size Comparison
Balenciaga tends to run smaller than Loewe. If you wear a Medium at Loewe, you may need a Large at Balenciaga. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Balenciaga vs Loewe sizing, quick answer
Balenciaga runs about one size smaller than Loewe. If you wear a Medium at Loewe, you'll likely need a Large at Balenciaga. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
- Balenciaga: runs small
- Loewe: fits true to size
- If between sizes: size up at the brand that runs smaller, or use the fit checker below for a personalised recommendation.
Brand guide
Compare how Balenciaga and Loewe usually fit, where cuts feel slimmer or roomier, and which categories are most predictable.
GENERAL BRAND GUIDANCE
This is a general brand-level sizing summary, not an exact product recommendation. For your specific size, paste a product link into the fit checker.
The Verdict
Balenciaga sizing compared to Loewe: Balenciaga runs small while Loewe fits true to size. Here is how the sizes translate.
Balenciaga tends to run smaller than Loewe. If you wear a Medium at Loewe, you may need a Large at Balenciaga. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Category Match-up
Size Conversion Table
* Indicative only. For your personalised size at both brands,
Common Questions
Does Balenciaga run smaller than Loewe?
Balenciaga runs about one size smaller than Loewe. If you wear a Medium at Loewe, you'll likely need a Large at Balenciaga. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
Should I size up or down at Balenciaga vs Loewe?
Size up one at Balenciaga compared to Loewe. Balenciaga runs smaller, so if you wear a Medium at Loewe, try a Large at Balenciaga, especially for fitted tops and tailored bottoms.
If I'm a Medium at Balenciaga, what size am I at Loewe?
Since Balenciaga runs smaller than Loewe, a Medium at Balenciaga is roughly equivalent to a Small at Loewe. Use the ThisFits fit checker for a recommendation based on your measurements.
Does Balenciaga or Loewe fit differently by category?
Yes, fit varies meaningfully by category. Tops, Bottoms can each fit differently than the brand's overall tendency suggests. See the Category Match-up section below for per-category guidance.
Which brand is more accurate to its size chart, Balenciaga or Loewe?
Balenciaga and Loewe both publish official size charts, but real-world fit varies by fabric, cut and category. The ThisFits engine cross-references published charts with shopper fit reports across 197+ brands to predict your size in each.
What if I'm between sizes at Balenciaga and Loewe?
If you're between sizes, Balenciaga tends to fit closer to the body, so trying the larger size first usually means fewer returns. Always confirm each retailer's return policy before ordering.