What Is Sizing Like at Urban code? Your Complete Fit Guide

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

Urban code runs true to size across its ready-to-wear range — so stick to your normal UK size and you'll be absolutely fine. The one exception worth knowing: if you're buying a fitted leather or faux-leather biker jacket and plan to wear it over chunky knits in winter, go up a size. Otherwise, your regular size is the right call.

I've been recommending Urbancode to clients for years, particularly anyone who loves a leather jacket but doesn't want to spend serious designer money or compromise on the look. It's one of those brands that quietly punches above its price point — and once you know how it fits, shopping it is genuinely easy. The reversible styles in particular are a wardrobe win I keep coming back to.

About Urbancode London

Established in 2008 and based in East London, Urbancode is a premium women's outerwear brand with a very clear identity: fashion-forward coats, leather jackets, suede pieces and faux alternatives designed for women who want something that works hard without trying too hard. Their signature is reversible and multi-functional construction — coats and jackets that flip between two distinct looks, built from quality leather, suede and technical fabrics.

They also have a sister line called Vegancode (vegancode.co.uk) for anyone who wants the same quality of design in entirely faux materials — which is worth knowing because the sizing is consistent across both lines. The brand has wholesale agents in the UK, Italy, Netherlands, Denmark and Japan, so it has genuine international traction despite keeping a relatively low profile in the UK mainstream press. That slightly under-the-radar quality is part of its appeal, honestly.

How Does Urbancode Sizing Work?

Good news — Urbancode uses a clean, standard UK size system from XXS through to XXL. No vanity sizing, no strange Continental numbering. All models wear a size S (UK 10), which is a useful reference point when you're scrolling through product shots online.

Here's the garment-by-garment breakdown you actually need:

Leather & faux-leather biker jackets — True to size if you're wearing underneath a fine-knit or shirt. Go up one size if you want to layer a chunky jumper or hoodie. Leather (and quality faux leather) doesn't stretch the way fabric does, so getting the shoulder seam right is critical — if the shoulder fits, everything else can be adjusted.
Reversible coats & longline styles — True to size. These are designed with a slightly relaxed silhouette that layers well without needing to size up. The structured shoulder construction on many styles means they hold their shape regardless of what's underneath.
Suede & soft-finish jackets — True to size, or potentially a size down if you want a more fitted, sharp silhouette. Suede has a natural drape and slight give, so it's more forgiving than rigid leather.
Harrington & casual jacket styles — True to size. The Checked Harrington and similar styles are cut with a relaxed, everyday fit — no need to size up at all.
Trousers & skirts — Urbancode's growing RTW range (barrel leg trousers, A-line skirts in their faux leather finishes) runs true to size. If you're between sizes, go up — particularly for waist-focused cuts.

Urbancode Size Conversion Table

Urbancode LabelUK SizeEU SizeUS SizeBust (cm)Waist (cm)Hips (cm)XXS634278–8060–6284–86XS836482–8464–6688–90S1038686–8868–7092–94M1240890–9272–7496–98L14421094–9676–78100–102XL16441298–10280–84104–108XXL184614104–10886–90110–114

Note: For leather and faux-leather outerwear specifically, always factor in your intended layering when choosing your size. When in doubt between two sizes, go up — shoulder seams that are too narrow can't be fixed after purchase.

The Reversible Jacket — Urbancode's Signature Move

If you haven't come across an Urbancode reversible before, it's worth understanding what makes them special — and why the fit matters even more than usual. These jackets are engineered with two distinct finishes on each side (often a leather or faux-leather face on one side and a different fabric or finish on the reverse), joined at the seams in a way that means you literally flip the whole jacket inside out to change the look.

The construction is more structured than a regular jacket as a result, which is why true-to-size is so important here. There isn't a loose lining that absorbs a bit of extra room — everything is deliberately fitted. Shoulder seams sit exactly where they're supposed to, so getting that measurement right is everything. I always tell clients: measure your chest over a fitted top, compare to the size chart, and if you're between sizes, go up.

Style Advice: How to Wear Urbancode

This is very much a brand for building outfits around rather than filling a gap. A few styling approaches I rely on:

The biker jacket over a slip dress is a classic for good reason — but it only works when the jacket fits properly through the shoulder. Too big and it reads sloppy; too small and you lose the effortless cool entirely. True to size is your friend here.
A leather-finish A-line skirt (they do excellent ones) pairs brilliantly with an oversized knit and ankle boots. Simple, sharp, and very wearable from October through February.
For the reversible coats, I'd style one side for the commute and flip it for the evening. That's exactly what they're designed for — and it's genuinely useful, not just a gimmick.
Their barrel leg trousers are a newer addition to the range and sit well with either a fitted ribbed top or a structured blazer. Very much the trouser silhouette of the moment.

Similar Brands — For Every Budget

Urbancode occupies a nice mid-to-premium slot. Here's where I'd point you if you're after a similar aesthetic at different price points:

High Street Picks

Whistles — Consistent quality leather and suede jacket alternatives at accessible prices. Their biker styles in particular have a clean, considered cut that holds up well.
Jigsaw — Thoughtful outerwear with proper fabric stories. Less trend-driven than some high street options, which actually makes them a stronger long-term investment.
Warehouse — A genuinely underrated source for leather-look and faux-suede jackets. Warehouse often nails the seasonal colour stories before other high street names catch up.
Phase Eight — Excellent for elevated outerwear, particularly their structured coats and smart leather-trim styles. Sizes well and cuts for a grown-up figure.
Hush — Great quality basics to layer under your outerwear investment pieces. Their fine knitwear and jersey pieces sit beautifully under a fitted Urbancode biker.
Mint Velvet — For anyone who wants the Urbancode aesthetic but needs a slightly more relaxed fit or occasion-friendly option. Their leather-look pieces have improved significantly in recent seasons.
Ted Baker — For a smarter, more polished edge on the leather jacket look. Ted's outerwear tends towards the refined rather than the edgy, but the quality is solid and the sizing reliable.
French Connection — A consistently good source for leather-look jackets at a very reasonable price. The fit is clean and the quality better than you'd expect at the price point.

Premium Picks

IRO Paris — The French answer to the Urbancode biker. IRO's leather jackets have an incredible following and for good reason — the cut is exceptional, with a built-in effortlessness that's hard to replicate. A step up in price but genuinely worth it.
Sandro — For elevated leather and suede styles with strong Parisian credentials. Their outerwear tends to sell out fast each season, particularly the structured leather coats.

Independent / Niche Picks

Deadwood — A Stockholm-based brand making genuinely beautiful leather jackets from 100% recycled leather. Each piece is unique because of the sourcing process, the quality is extraordinary, and the sustainability credentials are the real deal. If you care about where your leather comes from, this is your brand.
Remain Birger Christensen — A Copenhagen label with serious editorial following. Their leather pieces (jackets, trousers, skirts) are directional without being unwearable, and they size generously enough to be accessible. Frequently spotted in Vogue Scandinavia and worth every penny.

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