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 classic Yves Saint Laurent vintage dress is in a luxe rich copper or caramel brown wool crepe. YSL made versions of this style of dress quite often, and he usually showed them belted with a variety of belts in a range of colors and materials. We are showing the dress belted in one of the images (belt sold separately) so you can see what it looks like. This seemingly simple dress is anything but! When you see how well it fits and how detailed the construction is, you will understand the appeal of vintage YSL pieces. The perfectly placed gentle pleats, yoke details and 3/4 bishop sleeves all make this a really special piece.
This dress has pretty top-stitching and flattering seam details and is gathered at the yoke and cuffs of the sleeves. The waist is also gathered but fixed, the dress closes with a side zipper and there are removable shoulder pads for structure. It has side slit pockets and rayon lining in the skirt only. The round neck was meant to be able to accommodate YSL's statement necklaces, which completed the look!
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Label - Made in France.
Excellent condition.
Labeled a Size 36, fits like a size small, or medium with narrow hips.
BUST: 38"
WAIST: 28"
HIPS: 38"
LENGTH from nape of the neck to waist : 16"
LENGTH from waist: 24"
SLEEVES: 19" (elbow length)
SHOULDERS: 17"
In order to best determine fit, measure yourself or a garment 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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