FIND YOUR FIT
Your SIZE GUIDE
All The Dive Compass swimwear is designed to stay put underwater, through multiple dives, under your BCD or wetsuit, and all day on the boat. Getting the right fit matters more for dive wear than it does for regular swimwear. Use this guide to find yours.
BEFORE YOU START
HOW TO MEASURE YOURSELF
For the most accurate fit, measure yourself rather than a garment you already own. Use a soft measuring tape and measure over bare skin or light underwear.
Bust / Chest
Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape parallel to the floor. Don't pull the tape too tight.
Waist
Measure around your natural waist — the narrowest part of your torso, usually just above your belly button.
Hips
Measure around the fullest part of your hips and seat, keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
Inseam
Measure from your crotch to the floor along the inside of your leg for leggings or to indicated inseam length for shorts.
DIVING FIT VS REGULAR SWIMWEAR FIT
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU ORDER
Dive wear fits differently to regular swimwear — and intentionally so. Here's what to expect:
Snug is correct.
Our swimwear is designed to fit close to the body so it stays in place under a BCD and through multiple dives. If it feels slightly snug out of the water, that's normal — neoprene and water pressure mean a looser fit will shift and bunch underwater.
Layering under a wetsuit.
If you plan to wear your rash guard or bikini under a wetsuit, we recommend sizing true to your measurements rather than sizing up. A close fit under neoprene is more comfortable and more effective at adding warmth.
Between sizes.
If you're between sizes on the size chart, we generally recommend sizing up for bikini bottoms and leggings for comfort, and sizing true for rash guard tops and bikini tops for a secure fit.
Mix and match.
Our bikini tops and bottoms are sold separately, so you can order different sizes for your top and bottom if needed. This is particularly useful if your bust and hip measurements fall into different size brackets.
SIZE GUIDES BY PRODUCT
FIND YOUR SIZE
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Scuba BIkini Size Guides
String Bikini & One Piece Swimsuit Size Guides
Women's Rash Guard Size Guides
Women's Leggings and Shorts Size Guides
Men's Divewear Size Guides
Need help?
Frequently Asked Questions
Our swimwear is designed to fit close to the body for performance in the water. We recommend measuring yourself and comparing to the size chart rather than ordering your usual size. If you are between sizes, sizing up generally gives a more comfortable fit for bottoms and leggings, while tops and rash guards are best sized to your measurements for a secure underwater fit.
Yes — all our bikini tops and bottoms are sold separately so you can mix sizes to suit your measurements. This is especially useful if your bust and hip measurements fall into different size brackets. Simply select the size you need for each piece when adding to your cart.
Check the size chart for the product you're ordering and compare your measurements to both sizes. For bottoms and leggings we recommend sizing up. For tops and rash guards we recommend sizing to your bust measurement for the most secure fit underwater.
Our recycled polyester fabric maintains its shape through repeated diving, saltwater exposure, and chlorine. You should not notice significant stretching or bagging with normal use and proper care.
Rinse in cold fresh water after every dive or swim. Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle in cold water. Do not tumble dry — lay flat to dry in the shade. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight when not in use.
Yes — we're happy to help you find the right size before you order. Contact us at andrea@thedivecompass.com with your measurements and the product you're interested in and we'll recommend the best size for you.
Corals planted with every purchase
Designed for divers with Sun Protection
Made to order = no excess waste
Easy returns, quality guaranteed