Arkive Size Guide: What Size Am I in Arkive? Fit Advice & UK Sizing Help

Arkive has become one of the most talked-about emerging brands in contemporary fashion — blending streetwear influences with elevated tailoring, clean silhouettes, and modern gender-fluid cuts. But with experimental shapes, cropped tailoring, and minimal sizing information available online, many shoppers are asking:

“What size should I get in Arkive?”
“Does Arkive run big or small?”
“How does Arkive compare to other UK streetwear and ready-to-wear labels?”

At Tellar.co.uk, we’ve analysed Arkive’s full size data and compared it with over 1,500+ brands, to give UK shoppers accurate, data-backed sizing advice. Whether you're curvy, petite, tall, or in-between sizes, our system gives you personalised size guidance instantly — without the guesswork.

Does Arkive Run Big or Small?

Arkive’s sizing is fairly consistent, but the fit depends heavily on the garment style:

Category	Fit Advice
Overshirts & Outerwear	Relaxed fit – true to size or slightly oversized for layering
Trousers & Utility Pants	True to size with some tailoring – check waist vs hip fit
Cropped Tops & Shirts	Often cut short with a boxy silhouette – size up if tall
Tailored Jackets & Coats	Structured and fitted through the shoulders – size up if broad
Unisex Pieces	Designed to fit all – can feel roomy on smaller frames

In general, Arkive pieces run true to size, but certain collections lean toward an oversized or boxy aesthetic. If you're used to high-street sizing like COS, ARKET, or & Other Stories, Arkive will feel familiar — but be prepared for intentional volume and cropped lengths.

Arkive Size Conversion Chart (UK / EU / US)

Arkive Size	UK Size	US Size	EU Size	Bust (cm)	Waist (cm)	Hips (cm)
XS	6–8	2–4	34–36	80–84	62–66	86–90
S	8–10	4–6	36–38	85–89	67–71	91–95
M	10–12	6–8	38–40	90–94	72–76	96–100
L	14–16	10–12	42–44	95–101	77–83	101–107
XL	16–18	12–14	44–46	102–108	84–90	108–114

These conversions are based on body measurements, not garment dimensions. Since many Arkive pieces are cut with ease and structure, going by your actual body size is the most reliable method — especially for pieces that balance tailored fits with oversized elements.

To make sizing even easier, simply create your free profile on Tellar.co.uk and input your bust, waist, and hip measurements. We’ll recommend your Arkive size instantly and show how it compares to over 1,500 brands.

How to Measure Yourself for Arkive

Accurate measurements = better fit. Here’s what to do:

Bust: Measure the fullest part of your chest
Waist: Wrap the tape around the narrowest part of your torso
Hips: Measure around the widest part of your bum

Use a flexible tape measure and keep the tape level. If you need one, Tellar.co.uk will post one to you for free when you sign up.

Once your measurements are added, your profile will recommend your best Arkive size — along with equivalents in brands like Daily Paper, Holzweiler, Ader Error, and Ninety Percent.

Key Arkive Pieces: What to Know About the Fit

1. Boxy Shirts & Cropped Tops

Designed with a dropped shoulder and slightly shorter hem
Boxy in shape but not oversized in width
Size up if you’re tall or have a longer torso

2. Structured Outerwear

Relaxed at the body, fitted across the shoulders
Unisex designs may feel wide in the waist on smaller frames
Choose based on layering needs — stay true to size for a tailored look

3. Wide-Leg Trousers & Utility Pants

Clean, straight cuts with mid- to high-rise waists
Minimal stretch — size based on hip and waist
Great for curvier builds if correctly sized

4. Fitted Co-Ords & Dresses

Sleek, gender-neutral designs
Stick with your normal UK size unless you're between sizes — then size up

What Real Customers Say

We’ve reviewed verified buyer feedback from stockists and independent reviews:

“Love the fit and quality. I’m a UK 10 and the Small was perfect — cropped but not too tight.”
“Arkive jackets are roomy but well cut — ideal for layering over knits.”
“I’m curvy and sized up in the trousers. Great structure and still flattering.”

This aligns with our database analysis — the brand runs true to size, but exact fit depends on cut and body shape.

How Arkive Compares to Other Brands

If you like Arkive, chances are you’re also shopping:

Brand	Fit Compared to Arkive
Holzweiler	Slightly more oversized overall
Daily Paper	Similar in structure, Arkive is more minimalist
COS	COS is wider-cut in most areas — Arkive is more tailored
Ader Error	Ader runs much larger and more exaggerated in shape
Ninety Percent	Similar ethical structure, Arkive is more fashion-forward

With Tellar.co.uk, you can compare sizing across all these brands at once, based on your actual body measurements — not generic charts.

Why Tellar.co.uk Works for Arkive

Arkive blends design innovation with subtle technical tailoring. That means one size doesn't fit all — even if the label says “relaxed” or “oversized.”

Tellar gives you:

Your exact size in Arkive (not a guess based on past orders)
A one-time profile you can use across 1,500+ brands
Automatic size conversion between UK, EU, and US brands
Free measuring tape, posted to you
Instant updates whenever your body or preferences change

All in under a minute — and always free.

Shop Arkive with Confidence

Whether you’re ordering your first Arkive co-ord set or investing in one of their sculptural jackets, don’t leave sizing to chance.

With Tellar.co.uk, you’ll always know what size to order — with no returns and no second-guessing.

Create your free profile now and get matched to your perfect Arkive fit — plus thousands of other labels in one place.