What’s My Clothes Size at Anthropologie? Does Anthropologie Run Big or Small?

Anthropologie has become a go-to destination for women who want effortless style, elevated bohemian aesthetics, and unique details—from sculpted dresses to wide-leg trousers, flowy blouses to statement denim. But when it comes to sizing, Anthropologie is one of the most confusing brands on the market.

Does Anthropologie run big or small? Why do sizes vary so much between collections? And what’s the smartest way to find your perfect size in real-time without trial-and-error returns?

This post explores the reality behind Anthropologie’s sizing—and how Tellar.co.uk, the UK’s leading free sizing tool, solves the problem with data-backed precision.

Does Anthropologie Run Big or Small?

Anthropologie generally runs large, especially in its core US-designed labels. However, this can vary depending on the brand, fit, and cut of the garment.

Typical Fit Characteristics:

Flowy dresses and tops tend to run oversized
Tailored pieces are more fitted but often still roomy
Trousers and denim may run large at the waist but tight at the hips
Some European collections within Anthropologie run smaller than US-designed lines

In general, UK shoppers often need to size down, particularly for relaxed-fit garments.

Why Is Anthropologie Sizing So Inconsistent?

Anthropologie carries multiple in-house and partner brands, each with its own fit model and sizing logic. These include:

Maeve
Pilcro
The Somerset Collection
By Anthropologie
AGOLDE, Levi’s, and other guest brands

As a result, shoppers frequently experience:

Size 12 in one collection fitting like a 14 in another
Tops that are roomy through the bust but tight in the arms
Trousers that gape at the waist but pull at the hips

Without standardised sizing across these sub-brands, it’s nearly impossible to know what size to order without trying it on—or using a tool like Tellar.

Anthropologie’s Fit Philosophy

Anthropologie often favours an "easy, floaty, oversized" silhouette with loose drapes and layered designs. This works well for a relaxed boho aesthetic but introduces a lot of fit variability.

Additionally:

US-based size grading tends to run larger than UK brands
Bohemian fits mean less structure, making measurement-based charts less useful
Anthropologie rarely gives garment measurements online, leaving sizing up to guesswork

Sizing Observations by Garment Type

Garment Type	Fit Pattern	Sizing Advice
Floaty Dresses	Oversized/Relaxed	Often size down
Tailored Dresses	Roomy but structured	May be true to size or down one
Wide-leg Trousers	Loose waist fit	Size down or belt for fit
Denim (Pilcro, AGOLDE)	Tight hip, looser waist	May need split sizing or check brand
Knitwear	True to size or roomy	Stick to size or down if petite
Blouses	Relaxed fit	Size down for a neater shape

Why Standard Charts Don’t Work for Anthropologie

Anthropologie offers a standard size chart mapping US to UK sizes:

US 2 = UK 6
US 4 = UK 8
US 6 = UK 10
…and so on.

But the fit logic doesn’t always match:

A US 6 (UK 10) dress might feel like a UK 12
A US 8 (UK 12) blouse could drown a petite UK 12 frame
A UK 10 might need a size 6 in Pilcro jeans due to vanity grading

That’s where Tellar.co.uk becomes essential.

Tellar.co.uk: The Easy, Accurate Way to Find Your Anthropologie Size

Tellar.co.uk is a free, one-time setup sizing tool that tells you exactly what size you need in Anthropologie, based on your real body measurements.

No more comparing charts. No more buying three sizes “just in case.” Just precise, personalised sizing results in seconds.

How It Works

Go to www.Tellar.co.uk
Create a free profile in under 60 seconds
Enter your chest, waist, and hips in cm or inches
Select Anthropologie from the brand list
Instantly see your recommended size for dresses, jeans, tops, and more

Tellar’s engine reads Anthropologie’s actual size logic and adjusts to the cut and category—so you get the right fit, not a generic guess.

Why Tellar Works for Anthropologie

✅ Tailored to Real Garment Logic

Tellar knows that Anthropologie's Maeve is cut differently from Somerset—and adjusts accordingly.

✅ One-Time Setup

Enter your measurements once. Your best size is shown instantly across 1,500+ brands.

✅ Real-Time Matching

Tellar updates live—so you always get results based on current sizing logic, not outdated charts.

✅ Free Forever

No fees. No upgrades. No subscriptions.

Example: UK Size 12 Shopper

Measurements:

Bust: 92cm
Waist: 76cm
Hips: 102cm

Tellar might recommend:

Maeve blouse: Size S (US 6)
Pilcro denim: Size US 8 or UK 12 (depends on fabric)
Somerset dress: Size US 6 (UK 10), size down due to loose fit
Knit jumper: Size M (true to size)

These recommendations are backed by real data and garment design—not guesswork.

Anthropologie vs Other Brands

You might wear:

UK 12 at Next
UK 14 at H&M
UK 10 at Anthropologie (for floaty styles)
UK 12–14 in Anthropologie jeans

That’s why Tellar.co.uk is essential—to track and normalise your sizing across all retailers.

Not Just for Anthropologie

Once your profile is set up, Tellar instantly shows your size in:

Zara
Mango
COS
Reiss
Massimo Dutti
White Stuff
& Other Stories
Whistles
…and 1,500+ more.

Every brand uses different sizing logic. Tellar unifies it all—for free.

Final Thoughts

Anthropologie sizing is oversized in some places, tight in others, and highly inconsistent across labels. Whether you’re shopping floaty dresses, premium denim, or structured blazers, relying on labels or charts alone will almost certainly lead to sizing confusion.

Tellar.co.uk eliminates that. You enter your measurements once and get accurate, category-specific sizing in Anthropologie and hundreds of other brands.

“Find your size in 1,500+ brands real-time. It’s Free & Easy.”

Try it now:

👉 Create your free profile at Tellar.co.uk

👉 Log in here to view your sizes

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