Size guide
What size to try first.
Every label cuts differently. Tell us your usual size and how the label fits, and we will give you a place to start. The fitting room has the final word.
Your measurements
Not sure how the label runs? The six labels below are listed with their fit. For other shops, try "true to size" first.
The labels
How our main six fit.
Marram
runs small
Scottish wool and crepe, cut narrow across the shoulder and bust.
Tarn & Tide
runs small
Tailoring and dresses from Hebden Bridge, fitted through the waist.
Ostler & Daughter
true to size
Knitwear and skirts from Hawick, a reliable UK size.
Llyn
true to size
Welsh scarves and small leather, and a few shirts in true sizes.
Fenn Street
runs large
Relaxed trousers, shirts and liners, roomy on purpose.
Oakum
runs large
Workwear-minded cardigans and jeans, cut generously.
The chart we use.
Bust in centimetres at each UK size, measured over the fullest part with a light top on. It is a general chart, and real clothes wander about it, which is why we also ask how the label runs.
| UK size | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust, cm | 79 | 84 | 89 | 94 | 99 | 104 | 109 | 114 | 119 |
Come and try something on.
The kettle is on and the fitting room is free more often than you would think. Thursday evenings are by appointment, for anyone who works.