tokidoki Men's Apparel Sizing and Fit: What to Know Before You Buy

Quick answer

There is no single tokidoki men's size chart. Fit depends on the cut: boy fit runs trim through the chest and shoulders, unisex runs straighter and roomier, and collab pieces follow the partner brand's block. Measure a tee you already like, compare it to the garment type below, and size up if you are between sizes or want a relaxed drape.

tokidoki does not publish one unified men's size chart across its apparel, and that is the single most useful thing to know before you order. The same size label can feel trim on one tee and relaxed on another because the cut, not the number, drives the fit.

This guide breaks down the cuts you will actually see in the men's and unisex categories, shows how to match them to a shirt you already own, and flags the trade-offs so you can order once instead of returning twice.

Why tokidoki sizing is not one chart

tokidoki apparel spans several fits: boy fit, unisex, women's, and collaboration pieces produced with partner brands. Each is drafted on a different block, so a size medium in a boy fit tee is not the same medium as a unisex tee. Collab items can follow the partner's pattern, which means the measurements may track that brand rather than tokidoki's own.

The practical takeaway: ignore the size letter alone and look at the fit name in the product title or details. Boy fit, unisex, and women's pieces are labeled separately for a reason. If a listing does not state a measurement or fit beyond the size letter, treat that as a limitation and size based on the cut name plus the fabric note.

• Check the product title for the fit word (boy fit, unisex, women's) before you check the size drop-down.
• Collab pieces may follow the partner brand's block, so read the details section rather than assuming tokidoki's standard cut.

How the main cuts actually fit

Boy fit is the trimmest option. It is cut closer through the chest and shoulders with a shorter, more tapered body, so it reads as a slim fit on most men. If you normally wear a medium in a standard unisex tee and want the same ease, consider sizing up in a boy fit.

Unisex tees run straighter and roomier through the body with a more standard sleeve. They are the safer choice if you want a classic, non-clingy drape or plan to layer. Women's-cut pieces, including all-over print joggers and sublimated tees, are drafted on a different block entirely and are not a substitute for a men's fit unless you specifically want that silhouette.

• Want slim and tapered? Boy fit. Want standard and roomy? Unisex.
• Between sizes? Size up in boy fit, stay true in unisex.

Match the fabric to the fit you want

Fabric changes how a cut behaves. Sublimated polyester tees, like the all-over print styles, are smooth and can cling slightly more than a standard cotton-blend tee, so a trim cut feels trimmer. Fleece joggers have a ribbed waistband with drawstring and ribbed cuffs, which gives you adjustability at the waist but a fixed taper at the ankle.

Long sleeve rash guards are a different category entirely. They are meant to be worn tight against the skin for grappling and training, so they should fit close, not relaxed. Do not apply your everyday tee size logic to a rash guard; a snug fit is the intended fit.

• Sublimated polyester: expect a smoother, slightly closer drape than a standard tee.
• Rash guards: snug is correct. If it feels loose, it is too big for training.

Measure a shirt you already own

The fastest way to get tokidoki men's apparel sizing right is to measure a tee that fits you well, then compare. Lay it flat and measure pit to pit across the chest, then measure from the high point of the shoulder to the hem for length. Write those two numbers down.

When you shop, compare those numbers to the fit description and the size you normally wear in that cut. If the listing gives no measurements, use the cut name plus your body measurement as your guide, and choose the size that matches your chest measurement rather than the size you wear in a different brand. This is the same approach that works for tokidoki shirt size chart questions across the catalog.

• Pit-to-pit and shoulder-to-hem are the two measurements that matter most.
• If a listing omits measurements, that is a decision limitation, not a sign the item runs small or large.

Decision rules for picking your tokidoki size

• You want a slim, tapered tee: Choose a boy fit style such as the Kitty Goes Donuts Boy Fit Tee. It is cut closer through the chest and shoulders than unisex. Size up if you are between sizes or prefer breathing room.
• You want a standard, roomy tee: Choose a unisex style such as the Balloons Tee. The block is straighter and more forgiving through the body. Order your usual size unless you want an oversized drape.
• You are buying training gear: A rash guard like the Hyperfly Warrior Long Sleeve is designed to fit tight against the skin for grappling. Snug is correct. Do not size up for comfort.
• You are buying bottoms: The Groovy Jogger has an adjustable drawstring waist but fixed ribbed cuffs, so the waist is forgiving while the leg opening is not. Check the leg opening and inseam before ordering.

What the catalog tells you about fit

• tokidoki x Hello Kitty Kitty Goes Donuts Boy Fit Tee: Women's sublimated boy fit tee in 100% polyester with an all-over print; the sublimation process means coloring and print placement differ from tee to tee, and creasing at the seams is normal for the process. Boy fit is the trimmest cut here, and the sublimated polyester drape is smooth and slightly close. If you want a relaxed fit, size up or choose a unisex style instead.
• tokidoki x Hello Kitty Balloons Tee: Unisex screen print tee in vintage black with a large back graphic featuring Hello Kitty, Latte, and Strawberry Milk, plus iridescent foil and a tokidoki x Hello Kitty logo. Unisex is the straighter, roomier cut, so this is the safer pick if you want a standard men's drape or plan to layer over it.
• tokidoki x Hyperfly Warrior Long Sleeve Rash Guard: A collaboration with Hyperfly, known for fight gear tailored for grappling athletes, designed by co-founder and artist Simone Legno as part of a grappling collection. This is performance gear, not casual wear. It is meant to fit tight to the body, so do not size it like a tee.
• Groovy Jogger: Women's fleece jogger in 100% polyester with an all-over graphic print, ribbed waistband with drawstring, and ribbed cuffs at the leg opening. The drawstring waist adjusts, but the ribbed cuff is fixed, so check the leg opening and length rather than assuming your usual jogger size.

Who this sizing approach works for

Best for

• Shoppers who want a slim, tapered tee and will size up in boy fit
• Buyers who prefer a standard, roomy drape and should stick with unisex cuts
• Anyone buying training gear who understands a rash guard should fit tight

Not for

• Shoppers who want one universal size chart across every tokidoki item
• Buyers who want a relaxed fit in a boy fit tee without sizing up
• Anyone expecting a loose rash guard for casual wear

Pick the cut first, then the size. Boy fit is trim, unisex is roomy, and performance gear is meant to be tight. Measure a shirt you already own, compare it to the fit name, and size up when you are between sizes. That is how you get tokidoki men's apparel sizing right the first time.