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Acne Studios vs A.P.C.
Both built outward from raw denim into minimalist wardrobes, but Acne runs boxy, oversized and runway-priced while A.P.C. cuts slim, plain and cheaper.
Acne StudiosStockholm · $$$$Choose Acne Studios for oversized tailoring, wide-leg denim, mohair knits and Face-patch pieces with a Paris runway price.
A.P.C.Paris · $$$Choose A.P.C. if you want close-cut raw selvedge jeans and unbranded staples meant to be re-bought, not restyled.
At a glance
| Acne Studios | A.P.C. | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Stockholm, Sweden | Paris, France |
| Founded | 1996 | 1987 |
| Price | $$$$ | $$$ |
| Made in | Italy | Portugal |
| Fit | runs large | runs small |
| On sale now | 56 discounted | 239 discounted |
| Retailers tracked | 2 | 3 |
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Style comparison
Avant-garde
Quiet luxury
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How the fits differ
Acne Studios
runs large
Most shoppers report Acne Studios pieces wear at least one size larger than expected, with intentionally oversized, dropped-shoulder proportions across jersey and outerwear, while a minority of slim denim and tailored styles fit closer to true to size.
A.P.C.
runs small
A.P.C. is widely described as cut slim and small on European sizing, so many people go up a size in tops and jackets, while the raw denim is deliberately sold tight to stretch into shape.
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