Size Chart

Sizing is an important aspect of the enjoyment of vintage clothing. Most garments prior to the 1950s were custom made, and even with the invention of Ready-to-wear and standard sizes after World War 2, they were often altered for perfect fit, or adjusted when they were passed onto a new wearer.

For this reason we have standarised our recommended sizings at Circa, and use the below tables - a size is only a suggestion though and few of us are standard in any way, so we encourage you to read the measurements provided in a product listing, and compare to a garment that fits you well.

Alternatively, compare the measurements to your own, adding a small amount (at least an inch around the waist, two to three inches for bust and hips depending on the style) for ease of movement.

The most important measurement is the waist, as it is usually the smallest - so that is how we usually size ladies wear.

A special note about 1960s dresses however: due to their A-line and shift shapes, we find that the waist is often quite generous and it will be the hip or bust measurement to watch out for.

In all cases, please read and compare the garments measurements carefully and if all else fails, the garment can be returned - please see our Returns Policy.