Ripe Maternity Size Guide: How to Find Your Perfect Fit and What’s Worth Buying

When it comes to maternity clothing, comfort and fit aren’t just preferences — they’re necessities. Ripe, the Australian-born maternity and nursing brand, has earned a loyal following thanks to its modern designs and thoughtful tailoring for expectant and new mums. But like many maternity brands, sizing can be confusing, especially when your body is constantly changing.

In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about Ripe sizing, the most popular products worth investing in, and how to find your perfect size with Tellar.co.uk, the UK’s leading free sizing tool for women’s wear.

Why Ripe Is a Go-To Brand for Maternity and Nursing

Founded in Melbourne, Ripe focuses on making maternity wear that’s stylish, functional, and wearable before, during, and after pregnancy. Their collections include:

Stretch-friendly dresses
Bump-accommodating jeans
Soft nursing bras and camis
Postpartum loungewear
Smart office-ready maternity pieces

The Ripe design team uses soft knits, elasticated waistbands, and clever hidden panels to support your changing shape. But because Ripe products are made for transitional phases, sizing can feel unpredictable — especially when shopping online.

Does Ripe Run Small or Large?

Generally, Ripe is true to pre-pregnancy size — but this doesn’t always account for how much your body changes during pregnancy.

Ripe UK Size	Suggested Fit (Pre-Pregnancy UK Size)
XS	UK 6-8
S	UK 8-10
M	UK 12-14
L	UK 14-16
XL	UK 16-18

However, some Ripe pieces run snug in the bust and hips — particularly their denim and formalwear. Soft, stretchy items like jersey dresses and tanks offer more size flexibility, while woven fabrics may feel tighter.

Find your exact size now with Tellar.co.uk — enter your chest, waist, and hip measurements to get personalised sizing in over 1,500 brands, including Ripe.

How to Measure Yourself Accurately

Whether you’re in your first trimester or shopping for postpartum, accurate measurements are key.

✦ Chest/Bust

Measure across the fullest part of your bust with a soft measuring tape. If you’re nursing, measure when your breasts are at their fullest.

✦ Waist

For maternity wear, measure around the narrowest part of your torso (above the bump).

✦ Hips

Stand with feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips and bottom.

If you’re unsure, order a free measuring tape here. It’s free and takes seconds to use — no guesswork required.

5 Best Ripe Products Worth Buying

1. Ripe Denim Overalls

A bestseller for a reason — these overalls are soft, supportive, and adjustable. They run slightly small, especially on curvier frames.

2. Ripe Knit Nursing Jumpers

Stylish enough for work or the weekend, these jumpers have discreet zips for easy breastfeeding. They fit true to size, but size up if you prefer a looser fit.

3. Ripe Wrap Dresses

A flattering shape throughout pregnancy and beyond, wrap styles allow for waist expansion and offer easy access for nursing.

4. Ripe Seamless Maternity Leggings

Made with an ultra-soft stretch fabric and no dig-in waistband, these are ideal for daily wear. Sizing is generous — if between sizes, go down.

5. Ripe Bamboo Nursing Tanks

Breathable and fitted, these are excellent layering basics. Slightly snug under the bust — use Tellar to check if a Medium or Large is better based on your chest size.

Ripe UK Size Conversion Guide

Ripe Size	UK Size	EU Size	US Size
XS	6–8	34–36	2–4
S	8–10	36–38	4–6
M	12–14	40–42	8–10
L	14–16	42–44	10–12
XL	16–18	44–46	12–14

Ripe also offers dual sizing on some items (e.g. S/M or M/L), so it’s worth cross-checking using your actual measurements. Avoid relying on your pre-pregnancy size alone — use Tellar for a more accurate recommendation.

Why Maternity Sizing Feels Inconsistent

During pregnancy, many women shift between two or more sizes across different brands. The added complexity of vanity sizing, non-standard UK/US conversions, and fabric stretch makes it harder to shop confidently.

That’s where Tellar.co.uk changes everything. It uses your actual measurements to:

Match you to the correct size in 1,500+ brands
Filter brands that run small or large
Highlight which pieces to size up or down for
Keep your sizing consistent across UK, US, and EU retailers

How to Get Started with Tellar.co.uk

Tellar is the UK’s leading free sizing tool for women’s fashion. Whether you’re shopping Ripe, H&M Maternity, Seraphine, or ASOS, Tellar gives you an instant, brand-specific size based on your body — not a generic chart.

✅ Create your free profile

✅ Log in here to update your measurements or store preferences

✅ Get your free measuring tape

✅ Browse 1,500+ brands and find your exact size, instantly

✅ Enjoy accurate sizing across UK, US, and EU equivalents — no more returns

It’s free and easy, and it only takes 2 minutes to get started.

Ripe Reviews: What UK Customers Say

“Ripe's dresses fit beautifully during my entire pregnancy — but I wish I had Tellar sooner. I ordered two sizes before I found my correct one!” – Emily W., London

“The Ripe jeans are amazing quality, but sizing was tricky post-bump. Tellar gave me the perfect fit.” – Sarah M., Manchester

“Highly recommend Ripe’s nursing tops — super soft and practical. Runs true to size with good bust coverage.” – Jodie K., Birmingham

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Final Thoughts: Is Ripe Worth It?

Absolutely — if you choose the right size.

Ripe offers timeless, quality maternity wear that’s worth the investment, but only if it fits well. Whether you’re buying for pregnancy, postpartum, or nursing, Tellar.co.uk helps you get it right the first time — no more returns, exchanges, or size guessing.

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