Does Rick Owens run small?
Rick Owens runs small. Most shoppers size up from their usual size, especially in tops. Rick Owens runs small with an avant-garde fitted silhouette. Size up one to two. Check the category notes below for tops, bottoms, and outerwear specifically.
Rick Owens generally runs small.
Rick Owens runs small with an avant-garde fitted silhouette. Size up one to two.
Confidence: Medium, based on official size chart data
Sizing overview
Most shoppers start one size up. Use the notes below to see where Rick Owens feels slimmer, roomier, or more consistent across categories.
Rick Owens runs small. Runs small. Dramatic proportions, size up one to two.
Plain-language cut notes and examples below show where pieces usually feel closer, roomier, or 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.
Rick Owens runs small. Rick Owens runs small with an avant-garde fitted silhouette. Size up one to two.
How to read Rick Owens sizing
Sizing tendency
Most shoppers start one size up.
Consistency
High variation across categories.
Best check
Start with the category note, then check whether the cut is meant to feel structured or relaxed.
Variability and caveats
When Rick Owens can feel different from the usual sizing tendency
Cut
Structured pieces usually feel smaller first, especially through the shoulders, waist, or hip.
Fabric stretch
Fabric stretch changes how strongly the sizing tendency shows up: more give softens it, less give makes it more obvious.
Styling
Different collections or sub-lines can use different fit blocks, so styling changes may matter as much as the label size.
Rick Owens Sizing by Category
Runs small. Dramatic proportions, size up one to two.
What to expect
Expect tops to feel closer than the label suggests, especially in more structured pieces.
Runs small. Drop-crotch styles fit differently, size up one.
What to expect
Expect bottoms to feel closer than the label suggests, especially in more structured pieces.
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Common questions about Rick Owens sizing
Does Rick Owens run small?
Rick Owens runs small. Rick Owens runs small with an avant-garde fitted silhouette. Size up one to two. Most shoppers start one size up.
What size am I in Rick Owens if I wear a Medium?
If you wear a Medium in standard contemporary sizing, plan to try a Large at Rick Owens first, especially in structured or fitted pieces. Fit can vary across tops and bottoms, so confirm against the specific category you are shopping.
Does Rick Owens fit differently by category?
Yes. Fit varies by category at Rick Owens, covering tops and bottoms, since the same brand often cuts tops and bottoms to different proportions.
Is Rick Owens's size chart accurate?
Rick Owens publishes an official size chart, and ThisFits cross-references it against real shopper fit reports. Rick Owens shows high variation across categories, so the chart is a reliable starting point with adjustments based on cut.
What if I'm between sizes at Rick Owens?
Since Rick Owens tends to run small, sizing up usually means fewer returns when you are between sizes, especially for fitted tops and tailored bottoms.
How does Rick Owens sizing compare to other brands?
Rick Owens sizes similarly to Zara and COS, many customers prefer the next size up. Shoppers commonly compare Rick Owens against other contemporary labels in the same category to translate sizes between brands they already wear.
Can I return Rick Owens items if the size is wrong?
Rick Owens typically accepts returns on unworn items with tags within the window stated on the order page or receipt. Policies vary by retailer and third-party sellers may differ, so confirm before ordering.