AKONA 1mm Women's Full Suit

Akona | SKU: AKWS069-11

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Akona women’s wetsuit sizing. Imperial in bold, metric underneath.

Height and weight

Women	Height ft/in · cm	Weight lb · kg
5/6	5′0″–5′5″ 153–159	100–110 47–53
7/8	5′2″–5′7″ 156–162	110–130 50–56
9/10	5′3″–5′8″ 159–165	120–140 53–59
11/12	5′4″–5′9″ 165–171	125–145 59–65
13/14	5′8″–5′10″ 168–174	145–165 62–68
15/16	5′8″–6′0″ 171–177	165–190 65–71

Chest, waist and hips

Women	Chest in · cm	Waist in · cm	Hips in · cm
5/6	31–33 78–83	22–24 58–63	33–35 84–89
7/8	34–36 83–89	25–27 63–68	36–38 91–96
9/10	35–38 89–94	27–28 68–73	38–39 96–99
11/12	37–39 94–99	28–30 73–81	39–40 99–102
13/14	39–41 99–104	31–33 81–86	42–44 107–112
15/16	41–43 104–109	32–36 86–91	45–48 114–122

Source: Akona’s size chart (original chart).

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Used Akona Womens 1mm Wetsuit Size 11

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Product Information

The AKONA 1mm Women's Full Suit is a 1mm neoprene full-body wetsuit with a glide-skin neck and flat-lock stitching. It is cut in a women's-specific size run from 5/6 through 15/16, with this listing offered in size 11.

Who it is for

This 1mm full suit is a women's-specific full-body wetsuit in 1mm neoprene. The suit provides full-length arm and leg coverage with reinforced, laminated knee pads at high-wear points. The suit is built from 1mm neoprene with elastic binding at the neck, wrists, and ankles.

Key details

1mm neoprene construction throughout the full suit
Glide-skin neck panel to reduce water flushing at the collar
Elastic binding at the neck, wrists, and ankles for comfort
Flat-lock stitching to help seal seams against water intrusion
YKK #10 brass zipper for entry and durability
Reinforced, laminated knee pads at high-wear points
Adjustable Velcro closure at the neck

Compatibility and sizing

This is a women's-specific cut, published by Akona in sizes 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, and 15/16. This listing is for size 11, which falls in Akona's 11/12 women's size range. As with any wetsuit, the suit should fit snugly with no loose pockets at the lower back, armpits, or behind the knees.

DiveCatalog.com is an authorized Akona dealer and has operated as a dive shop in Irvine, California since 2003. Call 888-701-4017 or chat with us if you have questions about sizing or fit before you order.

⚠️ WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should a wetsuit fit?

A wetsuit should feel snug everywhere, with no loose pockets at the lower back, armpits, or behind the knees where water can collect and flush. It will feel tighter than normal clothing on land, which is expected, because the suit works by holding a thin layer of water that your body warms. If you cannot take a full breath or the neck chokes you it is too small, and if you can pinch loose folds of neoprene it is too big.

What do you wear under a wetsuit?

Most divers wear a swimsuit, a rash guard, or a thin dive-specific base layer under a wetsuit. A slick base layer makes a tight suit much easier to pull on and cuts down chafing at the neck, shoulders, and underarms. Avoid thick cotton clothing, which soaks up water, bunches, and makes you colder rather than warmer.

How do you put on a tight wetsuit?

Work upward in small sections, pulling a little neoprene at a time rather than yanking on one spot, and get the suit fully seated at the ankles and knees before working on the hips and shoulders. A plastic bag over each foot and hand, or wetting the suit first, helps it slide into place. Grip with flat palms rather than fingertips, since fingernails are the most common cause of torn neoprene.

Does a thicker wetsuit mean a warmer wetsuit?

As a general rule, thicker neoprene insulates more, so a higher millimeter rating is warmer in the same conditions. Warmth also depends heavily on fit, suit style, seam construction, whether you add a hood, boots, and gloves, how long the dive is, and your own cold tolerance, so two divers in identical suits can feel very differently. Use thickness as a starting point and refine it against your local conditions and personal experience.

How do I care for and store a wetsuit?

Rinse it inside and out in fresh water after every dive day, and use a wetsuit-specific wash occasionally to control odor. Dry it inside-out first and then flip it, always out of direct sunlight, because UV and heat break down neoprene faster than anything else. Store it hanging on a wide-shouldered hanger or laid flat rather than folded, so you do not set permanent creases.

How long does a wetsuit last?

Lifespan depends far more on use and care than on age, so a suit dived hard in sun and chlorine may soften within a couple of seasons while a well-rinsed occasional-use suit can last many years. Signs a suit is finished include compressed neoprene that no longer feels buoyant or warm, splitting seams, and looseness in areas that used to be snug. Repairing small cuts and seam separations early adds meaningfully to a suit's life.

What is the difference between a full suit, a shorty, and wetsuit separates?

A full suit covers arms and legs, a shorty stops at the upper arms and thighs, and separates such as tops, bottoms, and hooded vests layer to add warmth where you want it. Layering a vest or top under a full suit adds core warmth and can extend the range of a suit you already own. Choose based on how much coverage you want, both for warmth and for protection against stings and abrasion.

What women's sizes does the Akona 1mm Full Suit come in?

Akona publishes this suit in women's sizes 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, and 15/16. This specific listing is size 11, which corresponds to the 11/12 range. If you are between sizes or unsure which number matches your measurements, call or chat with DiveCatalog.com before ordering.

Is a 1mm wetsuit warm enough for tropical diving?

Akona lists this as a 1mm neoprene full suit; contact DiveCatalog.com for guidance on thermal protection for your conditions.

What is the zipper made of on the Akona 1mm Full Suit?

This suit uses a YKK #10 brass zipper, which Akona describes as large and durable.

Product type	Women's full wetsuit
Thickness	1mm neoprene
Neck	Glide-skin panel with adjustable Velcro closure
Wrist and ankle finish	Elastic binding
Seam construction	Flat-lock stitching
Zipper	YKK #10 brass zipper
Knee reinforcement	Reinforced, laminated knee pads
Women's sizes available	5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12, 13/14, 15/16
This listing's size	11 (11/12 range)