Sizing & Measurement Guide

Clothing

At Reign Vintage, we have hand measured every garment and assembled a comprehensive guide to show you how we measure our pieces and how you can ensure the perfect fit.

Please bear in mind that sizing labels on vintage garments and standardised measurements of clothing have changed over the decades and also vary between countries.

We have included visual illustrations of how we measure our garments and advise that you measure yourself the same way (in inches).

If possible, it is also helpful to measure a similar garment you know fits well to compare proportions.

Clothing Size Guide

We have compiled these size charts to be a fair representation of clothing sizes. However, we advise that you use them as an approximate guideline and compare your individual measurements to those stated on each item’s product page before purchase.

Certain garments are also designed to have a more casual fit, so the measurements may not correspond exactly to the size guidelines. Where applicable this will be stated in the individual product description and the suggested fit will be indicated in the garment’s image gallery.

Please note: All our garments are measured flat

Women’s Clothing Size Guide

XS

6

S

8-10

M

12-14

L

16-18

XL

20-22

XXL

24-26

Chest 31″ 32″-35″ 36″-39″ 40″-44″ 45″-49″ 50″-54″
Waist 24″ 25″-29″ 30″-33″ 34″-37″ 38″-42″ 43″-47″
Hips 33″ 34″-37″ 38″-41″ 42″-46″ 47″-51″ 52″-56″

Men’s Clothing Size Guide

XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL
Chest 34″-35″ 36″-37″ 38″-40″ 41″-42″ 43″-44″ 45″-46″
Waist 28″ 30″-32″ 33″-35″ 36″-38″ 39″-41″ 42″-44″

How We Measure Clothing

Please note: All our garments are measured flat

Blouses / Shirts / T-Shirts / Sweatshirts / Jumpers / Jackets / Coats

womens womens mens mens
Chest Measurement from underarm to underarm then doubled for correct sizing. You can measure this by wrapping the tape around the fullest part of your chest.
Sleeve Measurement from the shoulder to the cuff.
Raglan Sleeve Measurement from the top of the neckline to the end of the sleeve cuff. 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 of the neckline to the end of the sleeve cuff to provide better accuracy.
Length Measurement from the shoulder to the lowest point of the hemline on the garment.
Shoulder Measurement from shoulder seam to shoulder seam. This measurement will be provided for more structured garments such as Jackets and Coats to ensure a more tailored fit.

Skirts

Waist Measurement is taken from the narrowest part of the waist then doubled for correct sizing. Where the waistband is elasticated we will measure it stretched in proportion to the garment. Sometimes an elasticated waistband can provide an allowance for a larger size if stretched a little further without distorting the shape of the garment. In this instance, we will indicate a minimum and maximum waist measurement as part of our product description. SKRIS
Hips Measurement is taken below the waist at the hip. This is only applicable to form fitted skirts.
Thigh Measurement is taken from the widest part of the garment. This is only applicable to form fitted skirts
Length Measurement is taken from the top of the waistband to the lowest point of the hemline on the skirt.

Dresses

Chest Measurement from underarm to underarm then doubled for correct sizing. You can measure this by wrapping the tape around the fullest part of your chest. dress
Waist Measurement is taken from the narrowest part of the waist then doubled for correct sizing. Where the waistband is elasticated we will measure it stretched in proportion to the garment. Sometimes an elasticated waistband can provide an allowance for a larger size if stretched a little further without distorting the shape of the garment. In this instance, we will indicate a minimum and maximum waist measurement as part of our product description.
Hips Measurement is taken below the waist at the hip. This is only applicable to form fitted dresses.
Thigh Measurement is taken from the widest part of the garment. This is only applicable to form fitted dresses.
Length Measurement from the shoulder to the lowest point of the hemline on the dress.

Trousers / Jeans / Shorts / Culottes

Waist Measurement is taken from the narrowest part of the waist then doubled for correct sizing. Where the waistband is elasticated we will measure it stretched in proportion to the garment. Sometimes an elasticated waistband can provide an allowance for a larger size if stretched a little further without distorting the shape of the garment. In this instance, we will indicate a minimum and maximum waist measurement as part of our product description. trouser
Inside Leg Measurement from the top of the inside leg to the lowest point of the hemline.
Length Measurement from the top of the waistband to the lowest point of the hemline on the garment.

Jumpsuits / Playsuits

Chest Measurement from underarm to underarm then doubled for correct sizing. You can measure this by wrapping the tape around the fullest part of your chest. jumpsuit
Waist Measurement is taken from the narrowest part of the waist then doubled for correct sizing. Where the waistband is elasticated we will measure it stretched in proportion to the garment. Sometimes an elasticated waistband can provide an allowance for a larger size if stretched a little further without distorting the shape of the garment. In this instance, we will indicate a minimum and maximum waist measurement as part of our product description.
Hips Measurement is taken below the waist at the hip.
Inside Leg Measurement is taken from the top of the inside leg to the lowest point of the hemline.
Length Measurement is taken from the shoulder to the lowest point of the hemline on the garment. To ensure that the length in body from the crotch is not too short, we also provide a length measurement from the top of the shoulder or strap to the crotch. If the jumpsuit is strapless the measurement is taken from the highest point of the garment.

Swimwear / Leotards

Chest Measurement from underarm to underarm then doubled for correct sizing. You can measure this by wrapping the tape around the fullest part of your chest. swim
Waist Measurement is taken from the narrowest part of the waist then doubled for correct sizing.
Length Measurement from the shoulder to the lowest point of the garment.

Accessories

Accessories are just as important as clothes so it makes sense that you know the dimensions of the accessories we sell too! Below we have assembled instructions of how we measure our shoes, bags, hats and belts so that when you see specific measurements on an item’s product page – you know exactly what it means and can make the right decision for your needs.

How We Measure Accessories

Bags

Height Measurement from the base to the highest point of bag (without strap)
Depth Measurement from the base of the bag from front to back.
Width Measurement of the bag from side seam to side seam at widest point.
Strap Length Full length of the strap from end to end.

Hats

Circumference Measurement taken from the inside circumference to determine the fit of the hat.
Height Measurement from the base to the highest point of the hat.

Belts

Full Belt Length Measurement from end to end (excluding buckle)
Longest Length Measurement from end to the longest hole (excluding buckle)
Shortest Length Measurement from end to the shortest hole (excluding buckle)
Width Please refer to diagram.
Tie Belt Measurement from end to end.
Clasp Belt Measurement from clasp to clasp.

Shoes

How We Measure Shoes

 
Heel Height        Measured from the centre of the highest point on the heel at the back of the shoe through to the base of the heel cap.
Height This is only applicable to boots. Measurement from the base of the heel to highest point of the boot.

Women’s International Shoe Sizing Guidelines

   UK Size         EU Size     US/Canada Size    AU Size   
3 36 5 5
4 37 6 6
5 38 7 7
6 39 8 8
7 40 9 9
8 41 10 10

Men’s International Shoe Sizing Guidelines

    UK Size        EU Size    US/Canada Size   AU Size    
5 38 6 5
6 39 7 6
7 40.5 8 7
8 42 9 8
9 43 10 9
10 44.5 11 10
11 46 12 11
12 47.5 13 12

 Selecting A Shoe Size

If your usual shoe size is between two sizes, we advise selecting the larger size.