Little Good Knits Knitwear Sizing Guide
Our fantastic knitwear (adult size) is now unisex and available in four sizes that suit most designs. Keep in mind that the cutting is pretty forgiving, so there is some sizing flexibility depending on whether you want a more relaxed oversized appearance or a more fitting look.
We suggest measuring the chest circumference from armpit to underarm of a cardigan/jumper/sweater that fits well and selecting the next size up.
* Our sweaters and cardigans have a relaxed fit with a drop shoulder style. Drop shoulder designs have sleeves that are roughly 8 cm (or 3.15 inches) shorter than standard sleeves.
Knit Sweater / Cardigan Size Guide
***Click this image if you’re using a mobile device to view the dimensions of our mohair-merino wool blend sweaters and cardigans.
Little Good Knits sizes
Size 1
Size 2
Size 3
Size 4
Womens’ Styles
Good for up to L with loose fit
Good for L to XL with loose fit
Good for up to 2XL with loose fit, 3XL with good fit
Good for up to 5XL with loose fit
UK/Aus/NZ
6 – 18
18 – 22
22 – 26
26 – 30
USA/Canada
2 – 14
14 – 18
18 – 22
22 – 26
EU
34 – 46
46 – 50
50 – 54
54 – 58
Russia/Ukraine
40 – 52
52 – 56
56 – 60
60 – 64
Japan
5 – 17
17 – 21
21 – 25
25 – 29
Korea
44 – 77
77 – 88
88 – 99
99 – 110
Mens’ Styles
Good for S with loose fit, up to L with good fit
Good for L with loose fit, up to XL with good fit
Good for XL with loose fit, up to 2XL with good fit
Good for 2XL to 4XL with loose fit
UK/Aus/NZ/USA/Canada
30 – 44
44 – 50
50 – 52
52 – 58
EU/Russia/Ukraine
40 – 54
54 – 60
60 – 62
62 – 68
Japan
32 – 46
46 – 52
52 – 54
54 – 60
Korea
80 – 115
115 – 130
130 – 135
135 – 150
Chest Circumference: (from underarm to underarm * 2):
118 cm
or
46.5 inches
126 cm
or
49.6 inches
134 cm
or
52.8 inches
150 cm
or
59 inches
Body Length (from shoulder):
70 cm
or
28.7 inches
76 cm
or
30 inches
79 cm
or
31.1 inches
85 cm
or
33.5 inches
Sleeve Length:
53 cm
or
20.9 inches
54 cm
or
21.3 inches
56 cm
or
22.1 inches
59 cm
or
23.2 inches
Shoulder Width:
62 cm
or
24.4 inches
66 cm
or
26 inches
70 cm
or
27.6 inches
78 cm
or
30.7 inches
Zarcia (Height: 170cm, Chest: 83cm, Waist: 60cm, Hips: 89cm) is wearing a Size 1 cardigan.
Max (Height: 186cm, Chest: 95cm, Waist: 75cm, Hips: 94cm) is wearing a Size 1 cardigan.
Jordan (Height: 172cm, Chest: 77cm, Waist: 64cm, Hips: 90cm) is wearing a Size 1 cardigan.
Lien (Height: 172cm, Chest: 103cm, Waist: 84cm, Hips: 113cm) is wearing a Size 2 black sweater.
Kirill (Height: 186cm, Chest: 88cm, Waist: 72cm, Hips: 93cm) is wearing a Size 2 for Purple sweater, and a Size 1 for Pink sweater.
Knitwear Sizing FAQs
How do you know what size knitwear to buy?
The easiest way is to measure a knitwear you love to wear.
The most practical and time-saving technique for determining a size is to start with a sweater/jumper/cardigan you currently own and measure it. Lay it down on the floor and take three critical measurements:
- Chest measurement (measure across and multiply by 2).
- Body length is measured from the shoulder to the hem.
- Sleeve length is measured from underarm to hem.
With these critical dimensions in hand, compare the sizing chart. Find the size with the finished chest measurement that most closely matches the dimension of your favorite sweater, that is it.
How do you know what size knitwear to buy as a gift?
Knitwear are no exception to the rule that everyone enjoys wearing their garments differently.
When purchasing a sweater as a gift, you should not only consider the person’s usual sweater size but also the preferred outfit style. If relaxed ‘slouchy’ sweaters make the person feel snug and fashionable, go for a size with a few inches of positive ease. Choose a chest measurement with zero or negative ease if a close body-hugging fit makes the person feel their best.
Should you size up for a knitwear?
There is nothing wrong with ordering a sweater that is little larger than your typical size. If you look after your sweater and avoid exposing it to severe temperatures (particularly heat), it should retain its shape for the most part.
Knit Cardigans:
Certain styles and fashion trends support the oversized or baggy cardigan look. For the winter, you can wear your knitted cardigan as an outer jacket over a lot of layers of clothes.