Fred Perry Sizing & Fit Guide
Fred Perry is one of the most recognisable names in British menswear, but two questions come up more than any other: how does it fit, and which size should you order? This guide covers the fit, a full chest-measurement chart and how to choose when you are between sizes, from an official Fred Perry stockist.
The short answer
Fred Perry fits true to size. Order your usual size. The M12 twin-tipped polo has a slightly boxier, traditional shape and slim-fit styles sit closer to the body, so size down if you are between sizes or want a sharper look.
The fit
True to size, with a classic regular silhouette. Fred Perry is cut for a traditional shape rather than a fashion-slim one, so your usual size is the right starting point. The M12 twin-tipped polo, the original, is a little boxier again, while slim-fit styles sit closer to the body, which means anyone between sizes or after a sharper look should size down. Shop Fred Perry · Fred Perry vs Lacoste
Size chart
Approximate to-fit chest measurements for Fred Perry tops. Measure around the fullest part of your chest and match the result to the row below. Sizes can vary slightly across styles, so always check the size guide on the product page for that item's exact measurements before you order.
| Size | Chest (in) | Chest (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 35–37" | 89–94 cm |
| M | 38–40" | 97–102 cm |
| L | 41–43" | 104–109 cm |
| XL | 44–46" | 112–117 cm |
| XXL | 47–49" | 119–124 cm |
| XXXL | 50–52" | 127–132 cm |
By product
The same rule holds across the range. Polo shirts are true to size in a regular fit, with the M12 slightly roomier and slim-fit styles sitting closer to the body; t-shirts are true to size with a regular cut; and sweatshirts and track tops are true to size, designed to layer comfortably.
The M12
The M12 is the original. It is the twin-tipped polo Fred Perry launched in the 1950s, designed by the man himself and made in England, and it is the blueprint every other Fred Perry polo is based on. The Dusky Blue and French Navy edit
How to measure
Around the fullest part of your chest. Wrap a tape measure under the arms and across the shoulder blades, keeping it level and snug rather than tight, then match the result to the chart above.
Common questions
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Still unsure
Email the team and we will help you pick. If you are between sizes or simply want a second opinion, drop our team a line and we will happily help, because as an official Fred Perry stockist we know the fit inside out. The best designer polo shirts
Written by the Spiral Seven buying team · Updated 6 September 2026 · Official Fred Perry stockist
