92% matchBrand profile
Ben Sherman
British menswear label founded in Brighton in 1963, known for Mod-rooted button-down Oxford shirts, Harrington jackets and subculture-driven styling.
BrightonOrigin
MenswearFocus
Urban prep / IvyStyle
$$Price
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What to know about Ben Sherman
Ben Sherman is a British menswear label founded in Brighton in 1963 by Arthur Benjamin Sugarman, built around button-down Oxford shirts adopted by Mod, skinhead, Northern Soul and Britpop subcultures. The current range covers gingham and check shirts, Harrington and Mod jackets, knit polos, chinos, footwear and Union Jack-trimmed accessories, sold through wholesale, licensing and bensherman.com. Oxford Industries sold the brand to New York-based Marquee Brands in July 2015 for $63.7 million; Marquee still owns it. Marketing leans on British music heritage and archive reissues.
How Ben Sherman fits
Overall fit
slightly small
Ben Sherman garments generally reflect a slim, Mod-inspired cut that many shoppers find slightly snug, particularly through the chest and shoulders.
Tip: Consider sizing up if you prefer a relaxed fit or want room for layering, as many pieces run on the trim side.
Medium confidence · based on 6 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirts & overshirts | slightly small | slim to tailored | Size up if you want a looser fit or have a broader build, since the classic Oxford and check shirts run trim. |
| Jackets | slightly small | slim, Mod-cut Harrington style | Size up if you plan to layer knitwear underneath, as Harrington and Mod jackets are cut close to the body. |
| Trousers & pants | true to size | slim to regular chino cut | Order your usual waist size; the chinos are fairly reliable though slimmer legs run tapered. |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | slightly small | slim | Consider sizing up for a relaxed drape, as tees tend to fit close. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
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72% matchBen Sherman fit questions
Does Ben Sherman run big or small?
Ben Sherman fits slightly small. Consider sizing up if you prefer a relaxed fit or want room for layering, as many pieces run on the trim side. Ben Sherman garments generally reflect a slim, Mod-inspired cut that many shoppers find slightly snug, particularly through the chest and shoulders.
How does Ben Sherman fit?
Ben Sherman garments generally reflect a slim, Mod-inspired cut that many shoppers find slightly snug, particularly through the chest and shoulders. Overall shape: slim to tailored, Mod-influenced.
How do Ben Sherman shirts & overshirts fit?
Ben Sherman shirts & overshirts fits slightly small. Size up if you want a looser fit or have a broader build, since the classic Oxford and check shirts run trim. Shape: slim to tailored.
How do Ben Sherman jackets fit?
Ben Sherman jackets fits slightly small. Size up if you plan to layer knitwear underneath, as Harrington and Mod jackets are cut close to the body. Shape: slim, Mod-cut Harrington style.
How do Ben Sherman trousers & pants fit?
Ben Sherman trousers & pants fits true to size. Order your usual waist size; the chinos are fairly reliable though slimmer legs run tapered. Shape: slim to regular chino cut.
Brand facts
- Founded
- 1963
- Origin
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Price
- $$
- Focus
- Menswear
- Styles
- Urban prep / Ivy, Workwear / Heritage, Streetwear