COSvsAcne Studios, Size Comparison
Acne Studios tends to run smaller than COS. If you wear a Medium at COS, you may need a Large at Acne Studios. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
COS vs Acne Studios sizing, quick answer
Acne Studios runs about one size smaller than COS. If you wear a Medium at COS, you'll likely need a Large at Acne Studios. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
- COS: runs large
- Acne Studios: runs small
- 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 COS and Acne Studios 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
COS sizing compared to Acne Studios: COS runs large while Acne Studios runs small. Here is how the sizes translate.
Acne Studios tends to run smaller than COS. If you wear a Medium at COS, you may need a Large at Acne Studios. 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 COS run smaller than Acne Studios?
Acne Studios runs about one size smaller than COS. If you wear a Medium at COS, you'll likely need a Large at Acne Studios. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
Should I size up or down at COS vs Acne Studios?
Size up one at Acne Studios compared to COS. Acne Studios runs smaller, so if you wear a Medium at COS, try a Large at Acne Studios, especially for fitted tops and tailored bottoms.
If I'm a Medium at COS, what size am I at Acne Studios?
Since Acne Studios runs smaller than COS, a Medium at COS is roughly equivalent to a Large at Acne Studios. Use the ThisFits fit checker for a recommendation based on your measurements.
Does COS or Acne Studios 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, COS or Acne Studios?
COS and Acne Studios 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 COS and Acne Studios?
If you're between sizes, Acne Studios 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.