AUTER sizing guide: how the oversized fit works

AUTER explicitly designs much of its outerwear with an oversized cut. That means the goal is not simply to eliminate extra volume; it is to choose how much of the intended silhouette you want.

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The brand's guidance

For the core Puffer and Hooded Puffer, AUTER says to buy your size for the intended oversized fit and size down for a closer fit. Fit varies by style, and the brand publishes product-specific garment measurements.

Measure a coat, not your body alone

For oversized outerwear, compare a coat you already like with the garment measurements. Chest circumference, bottom opening, length and sleeve length can tell you more about finished proportion than a generic size conversion.

When your usual size makes sense

Stay with your usual size when you want the designer's intended volume, plan to layer underneath, or prefer a pronounced dropped-shoulder silhouette.

When to consider sizing down

A closer fit may make sense when you are between sizes, prefer less volume, or expect to wear thin layers. Do not assume sizing down is automatically “better”; it changes the design intent.