What size should I choose?

Our sizes run from XS to 3XL. Measure yourself, find your measurements in the size chart below, and then check the designer's fit note for the style, because some styles fit a little differently.

Size chart (cm)

Size EU size Bust Underbust Waist Hip
XS 32–34 76–82 68–72 58–64 82–88
S 36 82–88 72–76 64–70 88–94
M 38–40 88–94 76–80 70–76 94–100
L 42 94–100 80–84 76–82 100–106
XL 44–46 100–106 84–88 82–88 106–112
2XL 48 106–112 88–92 88–94 112–118
3XL 50–52 112–118 92–96 94–100 118–124

How to measure

Measure in your underwear, ideally a non-padded bra, bralette or thin sports bra. Keep the measuring tape level and snug against your body, but not tight.

  • Bust: around the fullest part of your chest.
  • Underbust: around your body right under your bust, where the band of your bra sits.
  • Waist: around your natural waistline, the narrowest part of your torso, just above your belly button.
  • Hip: around the widest part of your hips and bottom. This point is usually well below where your bikini bottoms actually sit.

You'll find the same chart with a measuring illustration in our size guide.

Tops and bottoms in different sizes

Choose your bikini top by your bust and underbust, and your bottoms by your hip and waist. They can be bought in different sizes.

If your measurements point to different sizes for a one-piece, see I followed the size guide but I'm still not sure. What should I check?

Check the fit note for the style

Every product page has a fit note from our designer Mimosa, telling you whether the style runs true to size and when it's worth sizing up or down. You'll find all of them in one place here: How does each style fit?

Good to know

  • Swimwear should feel snug the first time you try it on. The fabric softens with wear, especially in the water.
  • All our models wear their regular size in the product photos.
  • In between two sizes? See What if I am in between sizes, and will my swimwear stretch?
  • If you'd like a personal recommendation, email your measurements and the style you're looking at to hello@liljathelabel.com and we'll suggest a size before you order.
  • If the size isn't right after all, you can exchange it. Within the EU, one exchange per order is free: we pay for both the return and the new shipment. Outside the EU, we cover the shipping of the new item. See Can I exchange an item?