Does Bape Run Small Or Big? (FIND YOUR BAPE FIT!)

Bape clothing is available in one size across all product categories. To get the perfect fit, you will need to order up.

Bape has been a major streetwear brand and most Bape hoodies have gone to the top.

Does Bape Run Small Or Big？

This article will cover a variety of topics related to the Bape size system and how to determine what size to order.

What Does Bape Fit?

Bape clothing is not true to size. Bape clothing is one size too small. It can shrink up to 10% so it makes sense to order up.

Why is this so?

Bape can tell you the truth, but I believe it is due to the Japanese roots of this brand.

This clothing line was first popularized in Japan’s streetwear scene. It then moved to America where the sizing is more generous.

Bape clothing fits perfectly, provided you understand their complicated sizing system. Their clothing shrinks so I recommend that you love it and take care of it.

What Bape Products Are Smaller?

PacSun Clothing	Sizing
Hoodies and Shirts	Run small.
Shorts	Run small.
Jackets	True to size
Shoes	True to size

Hoodies

Bape hoodies are approximately one size too small. Bape hoodies are a size smaller than brands like Nike.

Because of its amazing hoodies, the brand rose to prominence in streetwear during the mid-2000s.

Bape’s sizing was not the same as other American brands. To get the perfect fit, size down.

Shorts

Bape shorts also come in a one-size fit. They also come in a shorter length than the average American basketball short.

The brand was also able to give a unique spin to the basketball shorts, which were very popular in streetwear that time.

They are extremely well-made and look great on almost everyone if you get the right size.

Jackets

Bape jackets are true to size. Bape jackets are exactly what streetwear should be: oversized and cropped.

Bape offers many jacket options, but the most sought-after is its hooded jackets.

Bape’s Japanese quality makes them last longer, so don’t hesitate to buy one.

Shoes

Bape shoes are true to size. They are comparable to major American brands like Adidas, Puma, Nike, and Puma in terms of sizing.

Although Bape shoes aren’t as popular as Bape jackets or hoodies in streetwear culture, they are still very fashionable.

If you are looking to purchase a pair of jeans, make sure to measure yourself.

Men’s Bape Size Chart

All measurements are given in inches

Measurements	S	M	L	XL	XXL
HEAD	155-165	165-175	175-185	185-195	195-205
CHEST	80-88	88-96	96-104	104-112	112-120
WAIST	75-80	80-85	85-90	90-95	95-100
HIP	90-95	95-100	100-105	105-110	110-115

Bape Size Chart for Women

All measurements are given in inches

Measurements	XXS	XS	S
HEAD	152-157	155-162	160-166
BUST	72-80	79-87	86-94
WAIST	58-64	64-71	69-77
HIP	83-89	87-93	91-97

Bape makes plus-size clothing?

Bape does NOT make clothes for plus-size women. Bape’s largest sizes are XL and XXL. However, because they are Japanese-made, the clothes fit more like a large.

Japanese brands do not have many options for people who are plus-sized. This is true for many streetwear brands as well, since they have very few stock options to get maximum hype.

Bape is at the intersection of these two categories so it’s only natural that it has plus sizes. This is something I hope will change soon.

Last Remarks

Bape’s sizing can seem a little confusing for Americans. I wrote this guide to help you make an informed purchase on their website.

Here’s a quick summary of the entire article.

Bape can be small or large. Bape generally runs about one size smaller, depending on the item. It makes sense to order up, since most of their clothing are 100% cotton and can shrink quite easily.