Bomber Jacket Size Chart (Chest, Length & Sleeve)
A bomber jacket has a boxy body with ribbed cuffs and hem, so chest is the main measurement and the ribbing handles the waist. It's designed to sit at the hip with a little room to layer.
Bomber Jacket Size Chart (to-fit chest, inches)
| Size | Chest | Length | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34–36 | 25" | 24" |
| S | 37–39 | 26" | 24.5" |
| M | 40–42 | 26.5" | 25" |
| L | 43–45 | 27" | 25.5" |
| XL | 46–48 | 27.5" | 26" |
| XXL | 49–51 | 28" | 26.5" |
Notes
Size for a layer underneath. Bombers are meant to go over a tee, shirt, or light hoodie, so allow a couple of inches of chest room. Too snug and the ribbed hem flares out awkwardly; the jacket should skim, not squeeze.
The ribbing manages the waist. Because the hem and cuffs are elasticated ribbing, you don't size by waist — the chest and shoulder decide the fit, and the ribbing gathers the rest. This is why bombers suit a wide range of body shapes.
Check the length so it hits the hip. A bomber should end right around the top of your hip. Too long and it reads like a coat; too short and it looks cropped. Compare the listed length to a jacket you own.
FAQs
How should a bomber jacket fit?
Comfortably through the chest and shoulders with room for one layer, ending at the top of the hip where the ribbed hem sits. It's a boxy silhouette, so it shouldn't be tight — but the shoulder seam should still sit at your shoulder.
Do bomber jackets run small?
Fashion bombers often run slim, so if you plan to layer, size up one. The ribbed hem and cuffs mean the chest and shoulders drive the fit, so check those against the chart rather than the waist.
How do I measure for a bomber jacket?
Measure your chest at the fullest point and add room for a layer, then match the chart. Confirm the length lands at your hip and the sleeve reaches your wrist bone with the cuff sitting naturally.
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