Mackage Sizing: Does It Run True to Size, and What Size Should You Order?

BY ELLA BLAKE – FASHION STYLIST | TELLAR FASHION HUB – ALWAYS HONEST, UNBIASED & UNSPONSORED

Mackage generally runs true to size, but with a notably slim, structured fit — particularly in their outerwear — so if you're between sizes, or carry any volume in the shoulders or hips, sizing up is the smarter move. I've watched clients wrestle with Mackage coats at the shoulders, look impeccable in them, and have had my own "why can't I do up this button" moment with their leather jackets. Here's everything you need to know before you buy.

A Bit About Mackage

Mackage is a Canadian luxury outerwear brand — and when I say luxury, I mean it. These are investment pieces. The kind of coat you buy once, wear for a decade, and feel slightly smug about every time someone asks where it's from. Founded in Montréal in 1999, Mackage built its reputation on down-filled coats with a sleek, fashion-forward silhouette — a world away from the puffy, shapeless alternatives. They've since expanded into leather jackets, wool coats, and casualwear, but outerwear remains their heartland.

The brand uses US/Canadian sizing conventions, which is the first thing UK shoppers need to get their head around.

Mackage Sizing Explained: UK vs US

Because Mackage is a North American brand, their labelling uses US sizes — and there's a one-size difference between US and UK in most cases. A US 4 is roughly a UK 8, a US 6 is a UK 10, and so on. Here's a quick reference guide:

Mackage Label (US)UK SizeEU SizeBust (cm)Waist (cm)Hips (cm)XS / 0–26–834–3680–8461–6586–90S / 4–68–1036–3884–8865–6990–94M / 8–10124088–9369–7494–99L / 12144293–9874–7999–104XL / 14164498–10479–85104–110

Note: Always cross-check with the specific product's size guide on the Mackage website, as fit can vary between styles — down parkas, leather jackets, and knitwear all have different ease built in.

How Does Mackage Fit in Practice?

This is where it gets nuanced, and where I've seen the most confusion from clients. Mackage is designed with a sleek, close-fitting silhouette — the coats are meant to look sculpted, not boxy. A few things to know:

Outerwear (down coats & parkas): These run slim across the shoulders and chest. If you have broader shoulders or like to layer a chunky knit underneath — which, let's be honest, is the whole point of a winter coat — size up. I would not hesitate to go a full size up on their puffer styles.
Leather jackets: Expect a close fit, with a slightly shorter body length than many European equivalents. True to size for a fitted look, but again, up a size for a relaxed feel or if you're between sizes.
Wool coats: Slightly more forgiving than the down styles. True to size works for most people here, but check the shoulder measurement specifically — Mackage coats have a very defined shoulder seam.
Casualwear & knitwear: These tend to be more relaxed in fit and true to size across the board.

Tips for Shopping Mackage From the UK

Always measure your bust, waist, and hip before ordering — don't just rely on your usual UK size label.
Mackage's own size guide is detailed and worth reading — they list measurements in cm, which makes comparison much easier.
If you're ordering online from a UK stockist like Selfridges or Harvey Nichols, check whether they've converted the sizing to UK numbers or left it as US — this trips people up constantly.
Read customer reviews for the specific style: a quick scroll through the comments on any given coat will tell you immediately if that particular style runs generous or tight.

High Street Alternatives if Mackage is Out of Budget

Look, Mackage coats are not cheap. They're stunning, but they're an investment. If you love the aesthetic — that sleek, belted, fashion-forward outerwear look — but need a more accessible price point, these are the brands I'd look at:

Reiss – Consistently brilliant for elevated outerwear with a polished, tailored feel. Their wool-blend coats in particular are outstanding value for money.
Jigsaw – Underrated and honestly one of the best on the high street for classic, grown-up coats. Their cashmere blends are a perennial favourite.
Whistles – Great for structured winter coats with clean lines; the kind of thing that looks far more expensive than it is.
Massimo Dutti – My go-to recommendation for anyone wanting a Mackage-adjacent look on a Zara budget. Their leather and wool outerwear is consistently impressive.
Me&Em – A grown-up, refined British brand doing excellent outerwear — particularly in the longer coat styles that flatter almost every body shape.
All Saints – If you're specifically after a leather jacket alternative, All Saints is the obvious answer. Great fit, genuinely cool aesthetic.
COS – For a more minimal, architectural approach to winter coats. The cuts are beautifully precise and they size consistently well.
Ted Baker – Lovely detailing and a good range of occasion-appropriate coats if you need something a step up from casual.

Two Independent Brands Worth Knowing

Rino & Pelle – A Dutch brand with a very loyal UK following (and for good reason). Their faux-fur lined and quilted coats have a similar elevated-outerwear energy to Mackage at a much more accessible price. The fit tends to be more generous, which UK customers consistently appreciate.
Harris Wharf London – A niche Italian brand making seriously beautiful boiled-wool and felted coats. If you love Mackage's tailored aesthetic but want something a bit more fashion-insider, this is your brand. Stocked at a handful of UK boutiques and worth hunting down.

Premium & Designer Alternatives

If budget isn't a constraint and you're weighing up Mackage against other luxury outerwear options:

Canada Goose – The obvious comparison point; a bulkier, more technical fit than Mackage.
Max Mara – The Camel coat. Need I say more? A different aesthetic entirely but a similarly timeless investment.
Totême – For the minimal, European-chic approach to outerwear. Excellent quality and a very consistent, elegant fit.

Never Get the Wrong Size Again – Use Tellar

The whole reason sizing guides like this exist is because brand sizing is, frankly, a mess. Mackage uses US sizing. Some UK stockists convert it, some don't. Even within a single brand, a parka and a leather jacket can fit completely differently. It's exhausting — and it's why I always point people to Tellar.co.uk.

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