True to size, true to you

Sizing runs true across every category. Below, the short version — plus pointers to the product-specific size guides we publish for nearly every SKU.

Q · 01

How does Mott & Bow sizing compare to other brands?

TL;DRTrue to size across every category. A size 32 waist measures 32–32.5” actual. Men’s jeans: 4 inseams (28/30/32/34). Women’s: 28”–32” by style. Tees and chinos run true.

Mott & Bow sizes run true across all categories.

  • Jeans: a size 32 waist measures approximately 32–32.5” actual, unlike brands that run 1–2” small.
  • Men’s jeans: four inseam lengths (28”, 30”, 32”, 34”), eliminating the need for tailoring.
  • Women’s jeans: range from 28” to 32” depending on the style.
  • Tees (Driggs and Marcy) run true to size — a Medium fits a 38–40” chest in men’s, and skims curves without clinging in women’s.
  • Chinos follow the same waist sizing as jeans.
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Q · 02

What is the difference between slim and skinny fits?

TL;DRSlim: 13.5” leg opening — relaxed thigh, clean taper. Skinny: 13.5” leg — more constricted from the knee down. Straight: no taper, room to move.

Three fits, each with a distinct silhouette:

FitLeg openingBest for
Slim 13.5”Relaxed thigh, clean taper
Skinny 13.5”Constricted from the knee down
Straight17”Athletic builds, more room
Fit Slim Skinny Straight
Q · 03

Should I size up or down in Mott & Bow jeans?

TL;DRRigid (non-stretch): stay true or size up if between sizes. Mott & Bow’s jeans fit true to size — check the size chart or email help@mottandbow.com if you’re still undecided.

Mott & Bow’s jeans fit true to size. You may find a size chart and size tool on their website, and if you’re still undecided, their customer service team (made up of real people!) is genuinely happy to help.

To contact them, simply email help@mottandbow.com.

Fit advice Stretch Rigid
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Product-specific size guides

TL;DRLooking for exact measurements? Mott & Bow offers dedicated size guide pages for every product category. They include inseam-by-inseam breakdowns, garment measurements, and fit notes.

You can find them here or under each product’s size guide link:

Product guides Measurements Per-SKU fit
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