What Is Sizing Like at Wolford? Your Complete Fit Guide

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

Wolford runs true to European sizing — but given how close to the body everything is cut, getting your size right is absolutely essential, and in my experience one size in either direction makes all the difference. I've had both the triumph of a perfectly fitted Wolford bodysuit that looked like a second skin, and the humbling experience of wrestling myself into one that was simply too small. Trust me: take three minutes to check your measurements before you buy.

The Austrian brand has been crafting some of the most technically precise garments in the industry since 1950 — and that precision cuts both ways. The fit is extraordinary when it's right, but Wolford does not design with wiggle room in mind. Here's everything you need to know before adding to cart.

How Wolford Sizing Works

Wolford uses standard EU sizing across its ready-to-wear pieces — bodysuits, jumpsuits, knitwear and dresses. For most of these, I'd say the sizing is accurate, running neither dramatically small nor large compared to other European luxury brands. However, the key thing to understand is that almost everything Wolford makes is designed to be close-fitting, so any sizing error is immediately visible. If you're between sizes, I'd generally recommend sizing up in bodysuits and fitted knitwear, and sizing true for hosiery.

Bodysuits & Jumpsuits: These tend to fit snugly — that's by design. Measure your bust, waist and hips and compare against the chart below. If you're between sizes, go up. The last thing you want is a bodysuit pulling at the snaps.
Knitwear: Generally true to size. Wolford's knits have a good stretch to them, but their fine-gauge styles in particular are quite fitted. Broad shoulders? Consider sizing up.
Tights & Hosiery: Wolford's hosiery is sized by height and weight rather than a standard size number, which is a far more intelligent system. Check the size guide on each product — their chart is excellent and genuinely accurate.
Swimwear: Runs true to size on the bust, but if you carry more volume on the hips, I'd size up. The fabric has limited give compared to the bodysuits.
The Fatal Flaw: Wolford's online stock can be limited in extended sizes, which I find genuinely frustrating for a brand at this price point. If something's sold out in your size, it usually doesn't restock quickly.

Wolford Size Conversion Chart

UK SizeEU SizeUS SizeBust (cm)Waist (cm)Hips (cm)634280618783648465911038688699512408927399144210967710316441210182108

Tip: Always measure over your bare skin, not over clothing. For bodysuits, your bust measurement is the most critical starting point.

What Wolford Does Better Than Almost Anyone

Let me be clear about something: Wolford's quality is genuinely exceptional. The Aurora bodysuit, the Fatal dress, the Sheer 15 tights — these are not just clothes, they're investments. The fabrics feel different the moment you put them on. I've had pairs of Wolford tights last three to four times longer than anything I've bought on the high street at a fraction of the price per wear, which is exactly how luxury should work.

The bodysuit range in particular is something I recommend to almost everyone. If you wear tailored trousers or pencil skirts regularly, a Wolford bodysuit underneath transforms the whole look — no bunching, no fabric creeping out of the waistband, just a clean, polished line all day. It's one of those wardrobe switches that once you make it, you wonder why you waited.

A Note on Wolford Returns & Buying Online

Given how fitted everything runs, I'd always recommend buying from a retailer with a solid returns policy if you're trying Wolford for the first time. Their own website has a reasonable return window, as does Net-a-Porter. If you can get to a Wolford boutique in person, do — the staff are knowledgeable and will measure you properly, which makes a real difference at this price point.

Best Alternatives to Wolford — At Every Budget

Wolford is undeniably a splurge. Here's where I'd shop across every price point for a similar aesthetic — sleek, body-conscious, and well-made.

High Street Picks

These brands deliver great quality for the bodysuit and hosiery look without the Wolford price tag:

M&S — Genuinely one of the best on the high street for hosiery and smooth bodysuits. Their seamless range rivals brands twice the price, and the sizing is reliable and consistent.
Whistles — Their bodysuit selection is sleek and well-cut with flattering proportions. A great midpoint between high street and premium.
Reiss — For occasion-worthy bodysuits and fitted knitwear, Reiss punches above its weight. The fabrics are better than most and the cuts are genuinely sharp.
Me&Em — Exceptional knitwear that rivals the quality of some designer pieces. Their sizing is accurate and consistent, which matters hugely with fitted styles.
All Saints — Great for sleek, dark-toned body-con basics. Their bodysuits and jersey pieces have a cool-girl quality that suits the Wolford aesthetic well.
The White Company — For classic fitted knitwear and premium hosiery alternatives, this is a reliable choice. Sizes run true and the quality is solid.
Phase Eight — Particularly good for occasion bodysuits and elegant fitted tops. Their size range is broader than many, and the cuts are thoughtful and flattering.
Mango — One of the high street's most underrated sources for body-conscious pieces. Their faux-leather and jersey bodysuits in particular have a genuinely elevated feel.

Independent & Left-Field Picks

Baserange — A Copenhagen-based brand making minimal, beautifully constructed bodywear in natural stretch fabrics. Very little noise on social media, but among those who know slow fashion, it's quietly respected. Sizing is consistent and carefully graded.
Skin — A New York label with a devoted following for its pima cotton bodysuits and jersey essentials. It's the kind of brand stylists wear off-duty. Available in the UK via select online stockists, and worth tracking down.

Premium & Luxury Options

Falke — German hosiery brand with a loyal following among those who've graduated from high street tights. The quality sits just below Wolford at a slightly lower price point — an excellent entry into the category.
Eres — French luxury swimwear and bodywear with exceptional construction. If you love Wolford's swimwear range, Eres should absolutely be on your radar.
La Perla — For those who want something with even more opulence. The bodysuits and fine knitwear are extraordinary, and the sizing, like Wolford's, is precise European cut.

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