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