A Guide to Orvis Women’s Clothing Fit and Sizing
Orvis women’s clothing is sized for women to wear in active, real-life situations. We create each piece with a body’s natural range of motion in mind. We field test our original designs on Orvis Associates of all sizes and shapes to ensure that our pieces comfortably flatter a variety of figures. Because we only sell what we ourselves would be proud to give or wear, we are passionate about creating the highest-quality, best-fitting, and most versatile styles for you.
Women's Tops
| GARMENT SIZE | UK SIZE | US SIZE | BUST | WAIST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 8 | 4 | 34½" | 26½" |
| Small | 10 - 12 | 6 - 8 | 35½ - 36½" | 27½ - 28½" |
| Medium | 14 - 16 | 10 - 12 | 37½ - 39" | 29½ - 31" |
| Large | 18 - 20 | 14 - 16 | 40½ - 42" | 32½ - 34" |
| X-Large | 22 - 24 | 18 - 20 | 44 - 46" | 36 - 38" |
About the Fit
- Active/Athletic Fit: Our most contoured shirt fit shaped to comfortably fit the body, not tight or restricting.
- Classic Fit: Our most universal shirt fit with shaping where needed for overall ease and comfort.
- Relaxed Fit: Our most relaxed fit shirt is a looser fitting with more ease throughout the shoulders and body.
How to Measure
In all instances, hold tape firm and level, but not tight. Because size measurements can vary dramatically across the marketplace, it can be hard to know your best fit. Our Customer Service experts are here to help.
- Bust: Wrap a tape measure evenly around the fullest part under your arms.
- Waist: Wrap the tape around your natural waistline.
Women's Trousers & Leggings
| GARMENT SIZE | UK SIZE | US SIZE | WAIST | HIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Small | 8 | 4 | 26½" | 36½" |
| Small | 10 - 12 | 6 - 8 | 27½ - 28½" | 37½ - 38½" |
| Medium | 14 - 16 | 10 - 12 | 29½ - 31" | 39½ - 41" |
| Large | 18 - 20 | 14 - 16 | 32½ - 34" | 42½ - 44" |
| X-Large | 22 - 24 | 18 - 20 | 36 - 38" | 46 - 48" |
About the Fit
- Active/Athletic Fit: Sits just below the natural waist and is slimmer through hips and thighs, but not tight.
- Classic Fit: Our most traditional fit with more ease at hip and thigh and wider leg opening.
- Relaxed Fit: Our most relaxed fit with more room throughout the hip and thigh and a wider leg opening.
How to Measure
In all instances, hold tape firm and level, but not tight. Because size measurements can vary dramatically across the marketplace, it can be hard to know your best fit. Our Customer Service experts are here to help.
- Waist: Wrap tape around your natural waistline.
- Hips: Standing with your feet together, measure around the fullest part of your hip (approx. 7-8" below the waist).
- Inseam: Best taken from an existing pair of trousers you like. Measure along the garment inseam from the crotch seam to the hem.
Women's Hats
Your hat should fit securely, but not tightly—if you shake your head back and forth vigorously, the hat should stay put. The same goes for bending forward; if you bend down, your hat shouldn’t slip off. Make sure that your hat doesn’t bind or pinch. If it does, we recommend you exchange it for the next larger size.
| HAT SIZE | HEAD SIZE | |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 6¾ - 6⅞" | 21⅛ - 21½" |
| Medium | 7 - 7⅛" | 21⅞ - 22¼" |
| Large | 7¼ - 7⅜" | 22⅝ - 23" |
| X-Large | 7½ - 7⅝" | 23½ - 23⅞" |
| XX-Large | 7¾" | 24¼" |
How to Measure
Using a cloth measuring tape, measure around your head at the point at which your hat normally rides (approximately 1" above your ear). If your measurement is between two hat sizes, order the larger size. If you do not have a cloth measuring tape, you can use a piece of ribbon or string to measure round your head and then use a ruler or metal measuring tape to find the length.