Measuring & Fit Guide
We offer a large selection of designers and manufacturers that span the 20th and early 21st century. Sizing varies greatly, so we have outlined our measuring and size estimating process.
The best way to know if a vintage item will fit you is to take a garment that fits you well, similar to the one you are interested in purchasing, and measure it the way we measure ours.
We lay all garments flat and measure as follows*:
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BUST - under arm to under arm across the front and then double that measurement. |
Measure the WAISTBAND, widest part of the HIPS, widest part of the THIGH on one leg and width of the CUFF, then double those measurements |
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WAIST - find the smallest part of the garment if there isn't an obvious seam for the waist and measure across and then double that measurement. |
LENGTH - Measure from the top of the waistband to the bottom of the cuff along the side seam. | |
| HIPS - Find the largest part of the hip area and measure flat, then double that measurement. | RISE - Measure from the crotch to the top of the waistband. | |
| LENGTH - from the nape of the neck or the top of the shoulders, depending on the style of garment. We will measure to the waist when applicable, so that you can determine if it will fit your torso, and then a waist down measurement. | INSEAM - Measure from the crotch to the bottom of the cuff along the inside seam. | |
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SLEEVES - measure from the top of the shoulder seam to the end of the sleeve. When we think that the arm opening is particularly small, we will provide that measurement as well.** |
*Fabrics with stretch will have some give, we will try to mention the range of measurements that will fit comfortably.
**With dolman sleeves, the size is an estimation based on the waist as the body seamlessly joins the sleeve. 
Feel free to email us with specific questions about specific measurements that we may not have included that you need to know in order to feel confident about your purchase. If you have a particularly long torso, short legs, long arms, etc.. we can help you determine whether or not a garment will work for your body.
Description
This is a truly stunning beaded deadstock Valentino Winter 2008 two piece suit that includes a cap sleeve peplum jacket and a slim skirt. Each of the pieces are so unique and detailed enough to be worn on their own with other things in your wardrobe, or you can wear them together!
The gorgeous jacket has a beautiful pleated peplum and it closes with hidden snaps down the center front. We love that the shoulders and neckline are beautifully embellished with layered flower shaped sequins and lovely silk thread covered barrel shaped beads.
The black pencil skirt has pretty layered ruffled black sheer silk around front of waist and a center back zipper closure with a hook and eye.
Both pieces are fully lined in black silk and are labeled Valentino Hiver 2008 Made in Italy.
The fabric is 43% wool, 35% polyester and 22% silk. This comes with original tags attached and extra flower shaped sequins, silk beads, and thread.
The jacket is marked a size 6 and skirt is marked a size 8, but we use measurements instead of size numbers for the most accurate fit.
CONDITION: Deadstock - unworn.
Jacket-
BUST: 36"
HIGH WAIST: 30" (peplum starts a little higher than waist and starts around the ribcage)
SHOULDERS: 17"
LENGTH: 20" from top of shoulder
Skirt-
WAIST: 27"
HIPS: 38"
LENGTH: 25"
In order to best determine fit, measure yourself or a garment of a smilar style that fits you well. Compare those measurements to those on the item description.
All of our pieces have been professionally cleaned and arrive ready to wear.
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