Diesel Size Guide
Diesel is renowned for its bold, edgy aesthetic and premium denim craftsmanship. The brand's sizing philosophy prioritises a tailored, fashion-forward fit across jeans, tops, jackets, and accessories for both men and women. However, Diesel's sizing is famously inconsistent across different product categories, cuts, and regional production batches. Jeans often run small, while tops and outerwear may vary significantly between styles. Proper measurement and careful attention to product-specific fit notes are essential for finding your perfect Diesel piece.
How to Measure
- Chest: Wrap a soft measuring tape around the broadest part of your chest, keeping the tape level and parallel to the ground. Keep your arms relaxed at your sides. Record the measurement in inches or centimetres.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline (where you naturally bend side-to-side), not at your hips. Keep the tape snug but not tight. This is critical for accurate jeans sizing.
- Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks, keeping the tape level. Diesel tops and some styles require hip measurement for proper fit assessment.
- Inseam (men and women): Wear shoes you plan to wear with the jeans. Measure from the inside of your crotch down to your ankle bone. Diesel offers inseam options including X-Short (28"), Short (30"), Regular (32"), Long (34"), and X-Long (36").
- Shoulder width: For jackets and structured outerwear, measure across your back from the top of one shoulder to the other. This ensures proper fit in Diesel's tailored leather and denim jackets.
Men's Sizing
| Diesel Size | UK | US | EU | Chest (inches) | Chest (cm) | Waist (inches) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 32 | XS | 44 | 34.5 | 88 | 28 | 71 |
| S | 34 | S | 46 | 36 | 91 | 30 | 76 |
| M | 40 | M | 50 | 38.5 | 98 | 32 | 81 |
| L | 42 | L | 52 | 40.5 | 103 | 34 | 86 |
| XL | 44 | XL | 54 | 42.5 | 108 | 36 | 91 |
| XXL | 46 | XXL | 56 | 44.5 | 113 | 38 | 97 |
Women's Sizing
| Diesel Size | UK Size | US Size | EU | Chest (inches) | Chest (cm) | Waist (inches) | Waist (cm) | Hips (inches) | Hips (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W24 | 6 | 0–2 | 34 | 32 | 81 | 24 | 61 | 33 | 84 |
| W26 | 8 | 2–4 | 36 | 33 | 84 | 26 | 66 | 35 | 89 |
| W28 | 10 | 4–6 | 38 | 34 | 86 | 28 | 71 | 37 | 94 |
| W30 | 12 | 6–8 | 40 | 35 | 89 | 30 | 76 | 39 | 99 |
| W32 | 14 | 8–10 | 42 | 36 | 91 | 32 | 81 | 41 | 104 |
Product-Specific Guidance
Diesel Jeans (D-Amny, D-Strukt, and other core styles): Diesel jeans are notorious for running small and having limited stretch. The D-Amny features a tapered leg, whilst D-Strukt offers a slim-straight silhouette. Always measure your waist and inseam carefully, and consider sizing up by one waist size (e.g., W30 instead of W28) if your measurements fall between sizes. Check the fabric composition – styles with higher cotton content have minimal give, whilst those with elastane blend offer slight comfort stretch. Different washes and regional batches may also fit differently, so verify product-specific customer reviews before purchasing.
Diesel Tops and Shirts: Diesel tops run true-to-size or slightly small, particularly in their core logohoodies and graphic tees. For better fit, consult both chest and waist measurements. Oversized or boxy cuts may require a size up if you prefer a relaxed silhouette. Men's polos and formal shirts tend to be more tailored and should be fitted around the chest; women's tops vary widely by style, so always check product photos and fit reviews.
Diesel Jackets and Outerwear: Diesel leather jackets and denim jackets are expertly cut but run true-to-size and are structured and unyielding. Proper fit is crucial. Measure your chest and shoulder width carefully, and allow for the thickness of a sweater underneath if you plan to layer. These pieces are designed to last decades, but only when fitted correctly. Refer to the product's specific measurement guide, as tailored jackets vary considerably from casual denim.
Accessories (belts, hats, gloves, rings): Belts are measured by their length from buckle end to middle hole. Hat sizes correspond to head circumference. Gloves are sized by hand measurement across the widest point. Rings use internal diameter measurements – Diesel provides a ring size guide with metric and imperial options.
Sizing Tips
- Diesel's denim cuts vary dramatically – always verify the specific style name and customer reviews before ordering, even if you own other Diesel jeans in the same waist size.
- Jeans often run one full size small; if you normally wear W30, consider trying W32 in Diesel to account for this variance.
- Women's jeans run particularly small in the hips. Measure your hip circumference and compare directly to the size chart; don't rely on your typical clothing size.
- Diesel uses inch-based waist sizing for jeans (W24, W26, W28, etc.) but letter sizes (S, M, L, XL) for tops and outerwear. Confirm the measurement system for each product category.
- Stretch content significantly affects fit. Denim with 98% cotton and 2% elastane will not give; styles with 12% elastane offer noticeable comfort stretch. Always check the fibre composition.
- For jackets and structured pieces, prioritise shoulder width and chest measurement over label size. Diesel jackets are deliberately tailored and cannot be easily adjusted.
- Diesel's collections vary by country and production season. An item ordered from the UK site may fit differently from the same style purchased elsewhere. When in doubt, use the product's specific measurement chart rather than relying on brand-wide size guides.
- If an item doesn't fit as expected, Diesel permits returns within their stated return period. Register with the House of Diesel programme to access faster after-sales service and a 10% discount on your next purchase.