Sizing & Measuring

We measure every vintage garment by hand to to ensure optimal fitting. Please take a moment to review our sizing and measurement process carefully.

The most reliable method to determine if a vintage item will fit you is to compare it with a garment of similar style and size that fits you well. Measure the garment using the same methods we use to ensure accuracy.

Disregard the sizes indicated on the labels featured in the garment images, as they reflect outdated standards that differ from modern sizing.

We offer suggested modern sizes for each garment in the product description, informed by our size charts provided below. This allows you to easily find the right fit, aligning vintage charm with contemporary sizing standards.

All our garments are measured flat. We measure in centimeters (cm). 

Don't stress over a centimeter here or there – these small variations won't significantly impact the overall fit.

HOW WE MEASURE BOTTOMS:

Waist: The garment lays flat and is buttoned or zipped-up. We measure the waistband from end to end.

Hips: We measure the hips from the the widest parts of the hips, usually at crotch seam height, seam to seam. 

Thigh: We measure from the crotch seam to the outside leg seam.

Front Rise: We start measuring from the middle of the crotch seam and measure straight up to the middle of the front waistband.  

Back Rise: We start measuring at the center of the back waistband and measure straight down to the crotch seam.

Leg / Inseam: We measure from the crotch to the bottom of the leg opening along the inside seam.

Hem / Leg Opening: We measure across the bottom of the leg at the hem from seam to seam.

WOMENS BOTTOMS SIZE CHART

 MEN'S BOTTOMS SIZE CHART

HOW WE MEASURE TOPS & OUTERWEAR:

Chest: We lay the garment flat and measure from armpit to armpit. The measurements begin and end at the seams.

Shoulders: We measure straight across the shoulders from sleeve seam to sleeve seam. Shoulder measurements are done on the backside of the garment, not front. 

Sleeve: We measure from the shoulder seam to the end of the sleeve cuff. 

*Raglan - Some garments do not have a shoulder seam due to a ‘Raglan’ sleeve design, where the shoulder has a seamless curve. As there is no specific shoulder seam from which to measure the sleeve length, we measure from the top neck seam to the end of the sleeve cuff.

Length: We start measuring at the highest point on the shoulder (usually where the shoulder meets the collar) and measure straight down the front of the garment until the lowest point on the bottom hem.

WOMEN'S TOPS SIZE CHART

MEN'S TOPS SIZE CHART

Don't hesitate to contact us with questions about specific measurements that we may not have included that you need to know in order to feel confident about your purchase.