The North Face Apparel Size Chart India: Jackets and Hoodies Sizing Guide
The North Face Apparel Size Chart
The North Face uses standard alpha sizing (XS through 3XL) across its jackets, hoodies, and fleeces, but the fit can shift by a full size between an insulated puffer and a lighter shell. Shell jackets are cut roomy for layering, while down pieces like a hoodie or a puffer tend to sit closer to true to size. If your chest measurement falls between two sizes, size up rather than down, since most outerwear is meant to be worn over a base layer.
The North Face men's apparel size chart (chest, waist, inches and cm)
| Size | Chest (in) | Chest (cm) | Waist (in) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 33 to 35 | 84 to 89 | 27 to 28 | 69 to 71 |
| S | 36 to 38 | 91 to 97 | 29 to 30 | 74 to 76 |
| M | 39 to 41 | 99 to 104 | 31 to 34 | 79 to 86 |
| L | 42 to 44 | 107 to 112 | 35 to 38 | 89 to 97 |
| XL | 45 to 48 | 114 to 122 | 39 to 42 | 99 to 107 |
| XXL | 49 to 52 | 124 to 132 | 43 to 44 | 109 to 112 |
(Source: The North Face official size guide, via authorized retailer size charts that mirror the brand's published measurements)
To measure your own chest, wrap a tape around the fullest part, about two centimeters below the armpit, and keep the tape snug but not tight.
What Kicks Machine actually stocks right now
The North Face's official chart runs XS to XXL, but individual styles at Kicks Machine vary. The Men Kalix Down Hoodie is listed in S to XXL only, with no XS. The Men's TNF Red Box Hoodie covers the full XS to XXL range, and the Men Retro Denali Hoodie extends further, up to 3XL. Before you commit to a size from the chart alone, check the size selector on the exact product page, since KM's live stock changes style by style and colourway by colourway.
If you wear a size that has sold out on one style, browse the full The North Face Jackets collection, since a different fit or colourway of the same size often has stock when one listing runs low.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The North Face run small or big?
It depends on the category. Fleeces and hoodies like the [Men's TNF Red Box Hoodie](https://www.kicksmachine.com/products/mens-tnf-red-box-hoodie-0sa) fit true to size, insulated down pieces run close to true to size too, and shell jackets are cut a bit roomier to allow layering underneath. When in doubt, go with your usual size and size up only if you plan to wear a mid layer under it.What size should I pick if my chest measures 40 inches?
A 40 inch chest falls inside the M range on The North Face's chart (39 to 41 inches). Pick medium for a regular fit, or size up to L if you want extra room for a fleece or thermal layer underneath during winter.Is there a difference between jacket sizing and hoodie sizing at The North Face?
Not by much. Both use the same alpha size range and similar chest measurements, but a shell jacket is built with more room through the shoulders for layering, so it can feel one notch looser than a hoodie in the same labeled size.Why does one North Face hoodie style at Kicks Machine not have my usual size?
Stock varies by style and colourway rather than by brand. The [Men Kalix Down Hoodie](https://www.kicksmachine.com/products/mens-kalix-down-hoodie) currently runs S to XXL, while the [Men Retro Denali Hoodie](https://www.kicksmachine.com/products/mens-retro-denali-hoodie) goes up to 3XL. Check the size selector on the specific product page, and if your size is missing there, browse the wider [The North Face Jackets](https://www.kicksmachine.com/collections/north-face-jackets) collection for another style in stock.How do I know a North Face jacket from Kicks Machine is genuine?
Every North Face listing on Kicks Machine goes through the site's authentication check before it ships, and orders are backed by cash on delivery so you can inspect the piece at your door. That verification matters more for outerwear than for basics, since a fake down fill will not keep you warm the way the real fill does.Once you have measured your chest against the table above, the safest next step is to compare it against the exact size selector on your chosen style, whether that is the Men Kalix Down Hoodie for a colder climate or a lighter piece from The North Face Jackets collection for milder Indian winters. Getting the chest measurement right the first time means one less exchange to deal with later.