Ordering clothes online is easier when you know your numbers. Here's how to measure yourself and use any size chart.
Measure a garment you love
The most reliable method: lay your favourite tee or hoodie flat and measure it.
- Chest: armpit to armpit, straight across.
- Length: top of the shoulder to the hem.
- Sleeve: shoulder seam to cuff.
Measure your body
- Chest: around the fullest part, under the arms.
- Waist: around your natural waist, or where you wear your pants.
- Hips: around the fullest part.
- Inseam: crotch to ankle along the inside leg.
Understand the fit label
- Oversized: already roomy. Take your usual size, like with the Unisex Vintage Wash Boxy Fleece Hoodie.
- Loose: relaxed. Size up for an oversized look.
- Regular: classic fit.
- Bodycon / skinny: fitted with stretch, like the Women's V-Neck Ringer Crop T-Shirt.
Check the product page
Every Riot Junkie product includes a size guide with measurements from the manufacturer's spec sheet. Compare them with your garment measurements.
Between sizes?
For tops, size up for a relaxed look and down for a neater fit. For pants, go by the waist and adjust the length with a stack or cuff.
Bottoms: rise and inseam
The rise is the distance from the crotch seam to the top of the waistband. High-rise sits at or above the navel, mid-rise just below, and low-rise on the hips. The inseam decides how much the hem stacks. Relaxed jeans look best with a little extra length.
Fitted pieces
For bodycon tops and stretch bottoms, compare your body measurements directly to the chart. Stretch fabrics are designed to fit close.
FAQ
What does "unisex sizing" mean?
Unisex pieces follow a single size chart. Women often take one size down from their usual for a closer fit, or their usual size for an oversized look.
How much will garments shrink?
Garment-washed pieces are pre-shrunk. Wash cold and dry low to keep measurements stable.
Why do measurements vary slightly?
Garments are measured by hand, so expect a small tolerance of about 1–2 cm.
Still unsure? Contact us and we'll help you pick.