athletic fit guide
Nike
Is Nike True to Size?
Nike fits true to size. Nike runs true to size for footwear. Apparel varies, performance and compression pieces run small, lifestyle and fleece pieces are true to size. When in doubt on apparel, size up one. Start with your usual size, then check the category note and measurements.
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Evidence: 15 retailer chart measurements across bottoms and dresses and tops. View the size chart
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Verified measurements
Nike size chart
bottoms
Size labels shown for US. Body measurements are in inches.
| Size | Waist (in) | Hips (in) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 23 to 25 | 33 to 35 |
| S | 25 to 27 | 35 to 37 |
| M | 27 to 29 | 37 to 39 |
| L | 29 to 32 | 39 to 42 |
| XL | 32 to 35 | 42 to 45 |
dresses
Size labels shown for US. Body measurements are in inches.
| Size | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hips (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 30 to 32 | 23 to 25 | 33 to 35 |
| S | 32 to 34 | 25 to 27 | 35 to 37 |
| M | 35 to 37 | 27 to 29 | 37 to 39 |
| L | 37 to 40 | 29 to 32 | 39 to 42 |
| XL | 40 to 43 | 32 to 35 | 42 to 45 |
tops
Size labels shown for US. Body measurements are in inches.
| Size | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hips (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 30 to 32 | 23 to 25 | 33 to 35 |
| S | 32 to 34 | 25 to 27 | 35 to 37 |
| M | 35 to 37 | 27 to 29 | 37 to 39 |
| L | 37 to 40 | 29 to 32 | 39 to 42 |
| XL | 40 to 43 | 32 to 35 | 42 to 45 |
Read off the chart
What Nike measurements show
bottoms
Nike lists 5 bottoms sizes, from XS to XL. Waist runs 23 to 35 in. Hips run 33 to 45 in. Sizes grade about 2.3 in between sizes.
dresses
Nike lists 5 dresses sizes, from XS to XL. Bust runs 30 to 43 in. Waist runs 23 to 35 in. Hips run 33 to 45 in. Sizes grade about 2.3 in between sizes.
tops
Nike lists 5 tops sizes, from XS to XL. Bust runs 30 to 43 in. Waist runs 23 to 35 in. Hips run 33 to 45 in. Sizes grade about 2.3 in between sizes.
Category notes
How Nike fits
Tops
True to sizeTrue to size. Dri-FIT and tech fabrics fit slightly snug.
Bottoms
True to sizeTrue to size. Joggers and sweats are relaxed; performance tights run snug.
Shoes
Runs smallRuns small compared to dress shoes. Most users size up by 0.5.
Activewear
Runs smallCompression gear is very tight; size up for a standard fit. Performance-first compression reduces mechanical stretch, size up for lifestyle comfort.
About the brand
About Nike
Nike is listed in the ThisFits athletic directory. Across the data we hold, Nike tracks standard US measurements closely. Nike runs true to size for footwear. Apparel varies, performance and compression pieces run small, lifestyle and fleece pieces are true to size. When in doubt on apparel, size up one.
The stored Nike chart covers bottoms, dresses and tops with 15 measured size rows, spanning 23 to 45 inches of body measurement.
Category by category, we hold fit notes for tops, bottoms, shoes and activewear.
Measurements come from nike.com. When Nike republishes its chart, the numbers here are re-read from that source rather than adjusted by hand.
Common questions
Nike sizing FAQ
Is Nike True to Size?
Nike is true to size. Nike runs true to size for footwear. Apparel varies, performance and compression pieces run small, lifestyle and fleece pieces are true to size. When in doubt on apparel, size up one.
What size should I get at Nike?
Nike bottoms size XS covers a 23 to 25 inch waist. Match the category and your body measurement to the chart before choosing a label.
Does Nike fit differently by category?
Tops: True to size. Dri-FIT and tech fabrics fit slightly snug. Bottoms: True to size. Joggers and sweats are relaxed; performance tights run snug. Shoes: Runs small compared to dress shoes. Most users size up by 0.5. Activewear: Compression gear is very tight; size up for a standard fit. Performance-first compression reduces mechanical stretch, size up for lifestyle comfort.
Which Nike size chart is available here?
The verified chart covers bottoms and dresses and tops. Categories without a stored measurement chart are not shown.