Introduction
Lacoste, an icon of sporty chic, covers your entire wardrobe: polos, t-shirts, pants, dresses, and sneakers. To enjoy both style and comfort, you need to target the right size according to the fit (Classic, Slim, Relaxed) and the category.
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Does Lacoste run large or small?
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Men's polos & tops: run standard. Slim = fitted; Classic = more room; Relaxed = loose.
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Women's tops: rather body-hugging; for a loose effect → +1 size.
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Bottoms: standard FR ↔ US conversion (table below).
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Shoes: EU TTS (true to size).
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Men — tops (polos, t-shirts, sweatshirts)
| Lacoste size | FR / EU size | Chest measurement (cm) | Recommended fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | XS / 44 | 88–92 | Slim for fitted look |
| 3 | S / 46 | 92–96 | Slim / Custom |
| 4 | M / 48 | 96–100 | Custom / Regular |
| 5 | L / 50 | 100–104 | Classic Fit |
| 6 | XL / 52 | 104–108 | Classic Fit |
| 7 | XXL / 54 | 108–112 | Classic / Relaxed |
| 8 | 3XL / 56 | 112–116 | Relaxed |
đź“Ś Lacoste Polos: for a fitted look, take your size; for more room, +1.
Men — bottoms (pants, joggers, shorts)
| FR size | Waist measurement (cm) | US size (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 38 | 74–77 | 30 |
| 40 | 78–81 | 32 |
| 42 | 82–85 | 34 |
| 44 | 86–89 | 36 |
| 46 | 90–94 | 38 |
Women — tops (t-shirts, polos, dresses)
| Lacoste size | FR size | Chest measurement (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 32 | XXS | 76–80 |
| 34 | XS | 80–84 |
| 36 | S | 84–88 |
| 38 | M | 88–92 |
| 40 | L | 92–96 |
| 42 | XL | 96–100 |
- đź“Ś Women's fits are often tapered: for a loose effect, go up one size.
Women's polos ·- T-shirts
Women — bottoms (skirts, pants, shorts)
| FR size | Waist measurement (cm) | Hip measurement (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 34 | 62–65 | 88–91 |
| 36 | 66–69 | 92–95 |
| 38 | 70–73 | 96–99 |
| 40 | 74–77 | 100–103 |
| 42 | 78–81 | 104–107 |
6) Lacoste shoes — EU sizing
| EU size | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|
| 39 | 24.5 |
| 40 | 25.0 |
| 41 | 25.5 |
| 42 | 26.0 |
| 43 | 27.0 |
| 44 | 27.5 |
| 45 | 28.0 |
đź“Ś Standard size: take your usual EU size.
Try & adjust (quick method)
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Measure chest/waist/hips to the nearest centimeter.
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Check the fit on the product page: Classic / Slim / Relaxed.
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Polos/sweats: if you have muscular biceps/shoulders, go +1 for comfort.
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Dresses/fitted blouses: if between two sizes → the larger one.
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Shoes: try them on with your usual socks.
FAQ — Lacoste sizes
Does Lacoste run large?
Men's polos have a classic fit. Slim cuts are fitted; Relaxed is more loose.
What is the difference between Classic, Slim, and Relaxed?
Classic: comfortable & timeless; Slim: body-hugging; Relaxed: looser fit, street/sporty look.
I'm between two sizes for a polo: what should I choose?
For a fitted look, stay true to size; for more room or muscular biceps, go +1.
Do Lacoste shoes run true to size?
Yes, EU true to size. Stick to your usual size.
Do sizes differ depending on the collection?
There may be slight variations. Check the product page and, if possible, customer reviews.
