Fear of God Essentials runs big because it is designed to. Every piece is cut relaxed, with a dropped shoulder, a long body and room through the leg, so most people should take their usual size and let the shape do the work. This guide explains each fit family the brand uses, the size runs and when it makes sense to size down.
Quick answer
- Essentials: letter sizes XXS to 4XL depending on the style. Take your usual size.
- Size down only if you want a closer fit than the brand intends.
- Main collection tailoring: Italian sizes IT 44 to IT 56.
- Denim: waist sizes 28 to 38.
- UK and US letter sizes are the same.
The Essentials fit families
| Fit | How it wears | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Classic | The signature relaxed proportions: roomy, long, dropped shoulder | Classic Hoodie |
| 90s | Wider and boxier, oversized through the body and sleeves | 90s Hoodie |
| Merch | Boxy and oversized with 3/4 sleeves | Merch Tee |
| Sport | Relaxed, for the licensed NFL, MLB and NBA pieces | Chiefs Sport Crewneck |
| Lounge and Slouchy | A wide, straight leg with extra room at the seat | Signature Lounge Sweatpant |
| Slim | Elongated and narrower, the closest Essentials fit | Signature Classic Slim Trackpant |
Does Essentials run big?
Yes. A size M Essentials hoodie is longer and wider than a size M from most brands, because the shape is part of the design. The 90s and Merch fits are bigger again. If you like the way Essentials looks on others, take your usual size. If you want something closer to a regular fit, go one size down in the Classic and stay true to size in the Slim styles.
Main collection sizing
The main Fear of God collection also runs relaxed, but the sizing system changes with the category:
- Fleece and tees: XS to XXXL letters, cut relaxed.
- Tailoring: Italian sizes IT 44 to IT 56. An IT 48 is roughly a UK and US 38 chest, and an IT 50 is roughly a 40.
- Denim: waist sizes 28 to 38, as on the Straight 5 Pocket Jean.
Lapelless jackets and relaxed trousers in the main line are cut generously, so take your usual size there too.
UK and US sizing
Fear of God uses US sizing, and letter sizes read the same in the UK. Every Coveti product page lists the full size run and the fit of that piece.
How to measure yourself
For tops, measure around the fullest part of your chest with the tape level under your arms. For trousers, measure your natural waist, and check the inside leg against a pair you already own. Compare those numbers with a garment you like the fit of, laid flat. Because Essentials is relaxed, the garment will measure noticeably wider than your body; that is the design.
Fit by category
- Hoodies and sweatshirts: the most relaxed category. Take your usual size; the 90s styles are bigger again.
- Tees: long and relaxed. The Merch Tee is boxy with 3/4 sleeves.
- Sweatpants: relaxed through the seat and thigh with an elastic, drawcord waist.
- Shorts: relaxed, sitting at the knee.
- Jackets: roomy enough to layer over a hoodie.
- Tailoring: Italian sizing, cut relaxed and lapelless.
When to size down
Size down if you are slim through the shoulders and want the clothes to sit closer, if you are between sizes and prefer a neater line, and in the 90s and Merch fits if you want them to look relaxed rather than oversized. Stay true to size in the Slim styles and in tailoring.
Why buy Fear of God at Coveti
- Authenticity: every piece is 100% authentic and checked before it ships.
- Detail on every page: fabric, weight, fit family, size run, country of origin and style code.
- Worldwide shipping: express options to most countries.
- The full picture: both the main collection and Essentials in one place, so you can mix them.
Frequently asked questions
Does Fear of God Essentials run big?
Yes, by design. Take your usual size for the intended relaxed shape, and size down only if you want a closer fit.
Should I size down in Essentials?
Only if you prefer a neater fit than the brand intends. The 90s and Merch fits are the most oversized.
What sizes does Essentials come in?
Most styles run XS to XXXL, and some run from XXS and up to 4XL.
What sizes is Fear of God tailoring?
Italian sizes IT 44 to IT 56. An IT 48 is roughly a 38 chest.
Are Fear of God sizes the same in the UK and US?
Letter sizes are the same. Tailoring follows Italian sizes and denim follows waist sizes in inches.
Read next: the Essentials hoodie guide, Essentials sweatpants, Essentials T-shirts.
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