Fit plays a decisive role in the performance of technical clothing. A cut that is too loose compromises insulation and leaves excess fabric that can catch the wind. A cut that is too tight restricts movement and disrupts the body’s natural ventilation. At AYAQ, our women’s fits are designed to make sizing straightforward: in most cases, your usual size is the right one.
1. A simple, intuitive rule
If you generally wear S, M, L or another size in most technical clothing brands, you can choose the same size at AYAQ. Our clothing is developed to offer a precise balance: an effective fit for temperature regulation, complete freedom of movement, and compatibility with your layering system.
2. Understanding AYAQ’s approach to fit
Our women’s clothing is designed for a wide range of activities — hiking, ski touring, trail running and everyday alpine life — with ergonomics developed to:
- preserve freedom of movement in the shoulders and hips,
- optimise moisture management,
- maintain thermal efficiency,
- allow layering without compression.
This approach keeps sizing straightforward and consistent across the range, with no unwelcome surprises between pieces.
3. Women’s size guide
To help you refine your choice, here are the body measurements for each size.
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| US | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
| Height (cm) | 162–165 | 165–168 | 168–173 | 173–176 | 176–179 |
| Bust (cm) | 86–89 | 90–93 | 94–97 | 98–101 | 102–105 |
| Waist (cm) | 62–66 | 67–71 | 72–76 | 77–81 | 82–86 |
| Hips (cm) | 88–92 | 93–97 | 98–102 | 103–107 | 108–112 |
4. How to take your measurements correctly
- Bust: measure horizontally around the fullest part of your bust.
- Waist: measure around the narrowest part of your torso.
- Hips: measure around the widest part of your hips and buttocks.
These three measurements allow you to confirm your AYAQ size accurately.
5. When should you size up?
Choosing the next size up may be appropriate in two cases:
- your hip or bust measurement falls between two sizes,
- you want extra room for thicker layers.
Outside these specific situations, your usual size remains the best choice to get the full benefit of the fit developed by our teams.
Conclusion
AYAQ’s women’s sizing is designed to be consistent, intuitive and aligned with technical clothing industry standards. Your usual size is generally the right one, and our body measurement chart is designed to help you confirm your choice based on your activities and preferred layering setup. If you are between two sizes, our team can help you choose.