Bust
Measure around the fullest part of your bust and across your back. Keep your arms relaxed and the tape horizontal.
Matilda Mae / Size & fit
A little guidance. A better fit.
Find the right size for the style you love. Start with a few simple measurements, then compare them with the size chart on that product’s page.
01 / Start here
How to measure
Use a soft measuring tape, light clothing and a mirror. Stand naturally and keep the tape level without pulling it tight. If possible, ask someone to help. Write your measurements down in centimetres.
Waist
Measure around your natural waist, usually the narrowest part of your torso. Breathe normally and do not hold your stomach in.
Hips
Stand with your feet together. Measure around the fullest part of your hips and seat, keeping the tape level.
Inside leg
On trousers that fit well, measure from the crotch seam to the hem along the inside leg. Compare this with an inseam measurement, not the total trouser length.
Garment length
Lay a similar garment flat. Follow the measurement points in the product chart. Dress length, top length and trouser length use different starting points.
Shoulder & sleeve
Compare with a well-fitting garment. Measure shoulder seam to shoulder seam, and sleeve seam to cuff. Dropped shoulders and raglan sleeves can use different measurement points.
02 / Compare your measurements
Read your size chart
Body measurements
These describe your body. Compare the chart with your bust, waist and hip measurements. The garment may include extra room for movement and its intended shape.
Garment measurements
These describe the finished item. For the closest comparison, measure a similar garment you like wearing. A relaxed garment should usually measure more than your body around the same area.
Read the chart labels carefully. A flat width is not the same as a circumference. Only double a flat width when the chart explicitly identifies it as a half measurement. Do not assume every measurement is taken the same way.
Australian sizes and letter sizes
Use the AU size mapping shown for the individual style, when one is provided. S, M, L and AU numbers can vary between products. Your usual size is a useful starting point, but it does not replace that item’s chart.
Centimetres and inches
1 inch equals 2.54 cm. To convert centimetres to inches, divide by 2.54. Where a product’s chart identifies centimetre measurements, its size window also offers an inch view. Converted values are rounded to one decimal place.
03 / Wear it your way
Choose your fit
What if I am between sizes?
Start with the measurement most important for the garment: often the bust for a fitted top, and the waist and hips for bottoms. Consider the cut and how much room you prefer. Sizing up is not automatically right for every style; ask us if the measurements point to different sizes.
Dresses and tops
Check bust, waist and hips as relevant to the shape. A fitted dress needs a closer comparison than a relaxed silhouette. Check the listed length against a dress you already own, especially for midi and maxi styles.
Trousers, skirts and shorts
Check both waist and hips. For elasticated waists, distinguish relaxed and stretched measurements if both are given. Look at inside-leg and total-length measurements separately.
Matching sets and jumpsuits
Check the top and bottom measurements individually. For jumpsuits, torso length can also affect fit. If your top and bottom measurements fall into different sizes, contact us before choosing.
Stretch, relaxed cuts and layers
Check the individual product details for fabric and fit. Allow room for layers under jackets and knitwear. Stretch, lining and cut affect how a garment feels, so avoid relying on a different style’s chart.
04 / The right step
Shoe sizing
Place a sheet of paper against a wall on a hard floor. Stand with your heel gently against the wall, wearing the socks you plan to use. Mark the end of your longest toe and measure from the wall to that mark. Measure both feet and use the longer result to compare with the product’s foot-length chart.
Use the sizing system printed on the individual shoe listing. AU, UK, US and EU labels are not interchangeable. A foot-length measurement is also different from an insole or outsole length. Ask us about width or fit if those details are not listed.
Still deciding? We’re here to help.
Email the product name or link, your usual size, your measurements and whether you prefer a closer or roomier fit. Our team can help you understand the available information before you order.