Kiss the Sky Sizing: Does It Run Small?

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By Ella Blake — Fashion Stylist | Tellar Fashion Hub — Always honest, unbiased & unsponsored

Kiss the Sky generally runs true to size, but the brand is far from consistent — fitted bodices, lace-up details and smocked waistbands regularly come up small, while looser tiered silhouettes can be generous. If you're shopping it for the first time, understanding which pieces to size up in (and which to trust your usual size on) will save you a lot of back-and-forth returns.

I've styled more than a few Kiss the Sky pieces over the years, and I'll admit my first order was a disaster — a gorgeous embroidered midi that looked like a dream on the hanger and arrived looking like it was made for someone two sizes smaller across the bust. Never again. Once I understood how the brand works, it became a firm favourite in my festival edit.

Who Is Kiss the Sky?

Kiss the Sky is a youthful, boho-inspired womenswear label with a strong festival-and-frills aesthetic. Think embroidered maxis, floral co-ords, crochet tops, tiered skirts and smocked dresses with a distinctly free-spirited, Californian-meets-Glastonbury energy. The brand stocks widely through ASOS and Urban Outfitters, which means it's easy to get hold of in the UK — but it also means sizing can vary quite a bit depending on the style and season.

The range typically covers XS–XL (approximately UK 6–18 depending on the style). Fabrics span stretchy jersey and knits, through to woven cotton, lace, and broderie anglaise — and that variation in fabric is a big part of why sizing behaves differently across the collection.

How Does Kiss the Sky Fit? The Honest Answer

The overarching pattern is this: structured, fitted or lace-up styles tend to run small, particularly through the bust and waist. Looser, tiered, or smocked designs are generally more forgiving — and in some cases, they can even run a touch large. Here's what I'd look for garment by garment:

Maxi and midi dresses — The waist and bust are where you'll feel the pinch. Styles with elastic or smocked panels are kinder, but if the bodice is more structured, go up a size. The skirt section is usually generous.
Mini dresses — Tend to be more forgiving thanks to stretchy knit fabrications, but the bust still runs snug on styles with a defined neckline (bardot, corset, or plunge).
Co-ord sets — This is where sizing gets tricky. If you're a different size on top versus bottom (which most of us are), co-ords bought as a set become an issue. Size to your larger measurement and adjust the other piece with a belt or tuck.
Jumpsuits and playsuits — Taller women should be cautious. The torso length tends to run short, which can make the waist seam sit in the wrong place entirely. If you're over 5'7", check torso measurements carefully.
Tops and corsets — Most of the bralet and corset styles run small across the bust. I'd confidently size up by one here.
Tiered skirts — One of the easier shapes to buy. The elasticated waistbands are usually generous and comfortable across a range of sizes.

💡 My rule of thumb for Kiss the Sky: if the style has a defined bodice, any kind of lace-up back, or a smocked waistband in a non-stretch woven fabric — size up. If it's stretchy jersey or fully tiered, go true to size and enjoy the look.

Is Kiss the Sky Consistent Across Its Collections?

Honestly? Not always. This is a brand that produces a lot of product at speed, and fit can shift between seasons and even between colourways of the same style. Customer reviews on ASOS back this up — the same dress in a different print has had notably different fit feedback across buyers. It's one of those brands where reading the reviews per individual product really pays off, rather than assuming your usual size will land right every time.

The broader picture is that Kiss the Sky uses US-based sizing as its baseline, which can add to the confusion for UK shoppers. When in doubt, measure your bust, waist and hips and cross-reference before clicking buy.

What About Kiss the Sky's Size Range?

The brand typically runs from XS to XL. UK sizing usually translates roughly as XS = UK 6–8, S = UK 8–10, M = UK 10–12, L = UK 12–14, XL = UK 14–16 — though this varies by style. It's worth noting that Kiss the Sky doesn't tend to run an extended size range beyond a UK 16 on most styles, which is a limitation worth knowing about upfront.

If you're shopping via ASOS, the ASOS fit notes and individual size guides per product are worth checking — they'll sometimes flag when a specific style runs particularly narrow or short.

Best Alternatives to Kiss the Sky on the High Street

Love the boho-romantic aesthetic but want more consistent sizing? These are the brands I'd send you to:

Free People — The spiritual sister to Kiss the Sky. Floaty, feminine, festival-ready, and the sizing is far more reliable. Their flowy maxi dresses and tiered skirts are genuinely brilliant.
Anthropologie — Offers a more polished take on the embroidered, printed aesthetic with much better quality control. Sizing is consistent and they have a great extended range.
Monsoon — If you want the maxi dress energy with dependable UK sizing and fabrics that actually wash well, Monsoon is quietly brilliant. Their summer edit leans heavily into print and broderie.
Mango — For the co-ord lover who wants reliability. Mango does a beautiful job of the flowing two-piece in sustainable fabrics, and their sizing runs very true.
Urban Outfitters — Already stocks Kiss the Sky, but their own-brand Kimchi Blue and UO Studio lines hit a very similar boho note at an accessible price point.
ASOS — Beyond stocking Kiss the Sky itself, ASOS Design produces its own bohemian floaty dresses and co-ords that hit the same aesthetic notes with the added benefit of the ASOS fit notes and returns policy.
Warehouse — Often underrated for its printed midi and maxi dresses. Well-sized, UK-centric, and frequently great value in the sale.
Boden — For the print-lover who wants a slightly more grown-up, Cornish-summer-holiday version of the aesthetic. The smocked midi dresses are a particular favourite.

Independent Brands Worth Discovering

Two under-the-radar picks that deserve a place on your radar alongside Kiss the Sky:

Kivari — An Australian independent label with an absolutely dreamy edit of printed maxi dresses and linen co-ords. The sizing is detailed and accurate, and the quality punches well above the price point. Find them direct or on ASOS Marketplace.
Mercy Delta — A quietly brilliant British independent known for bold prints and artisanal-feeling dresses with a crafted edge. If you love the Kiss the Sky vibe but want something nobody else is wearing, this is your brand.

Premium and Luxury Alternatives

For those occasions when you want the boho-romantic aesthetic with serious craftsmanship behind it:

Rixo — A premium British label doing floaty, vintage-inspired prints with exceptional fit. The midi and maxi dresses are iconic and the sizing is very reliable. Worth every penny.
Sandro — For a more Parisian take — feminine, printed and thoughtfully cut. Sizes run a little small in the French tradition, so check the guide, but the quality is outstanding.
Zimmermann — If budget allows, Zimmermann is the luxury apex of the bohemian dress world. Their embroidered and broderie styles are genuinely extraordinary, though sizing runs small and the price reflects the craftsmanship.

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