Size Guide
Preloved pieces don't follow today's size labels.
A blazer marked "Large" from a different decade may fit like a modern Medium. A European coat carries its own logic of proportion. At Curuva, every piece includes exact measurements — because we believe in the reality of fit, not the fiction of labels.
How to Measure Yourself
Use a soft measuring tape. Take measurements over light clothing or directly on the body. All Curuva listings include measurements in both inches and centimeters.
Clothing
- Shoulders — From shoulder seam to shoulder seam across the upper back.
- Chest / Bust — Across the fullest part of the chest, under the arms.
- Waist — Around the narrowest part of your torso.
- Hips — Around the fullest part of your hips.
- Sleeve Length — From the shoulder seam to the wrist.
- Back Length — From the neckline seam to the hem.
- Inseam — From the crotch seam to the ankle hem.
Shoes
Shoe sizing varies significantly across countries, decades, and manufacturers. A vintage US 9 may fit like a modern 8.5. We always recommend measuring your foot length and comparing it to the exact measurements listed on each piece.
How to measure your foot:
- Place your foot flat on a piece of paper against a wall.
- Mark the tip of your longest toe and the back of your heel.
- Measure the distance in inches.
| Foot (in) | US Women | US Men | EU | UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | 5 | — | 35 | 2.5 |
| 8.9 | 5.5 | — | 35.5 | 3 |
| 9.1 | 6 | — | 36 | 3.5 |
| 9.3 | 6.5 | — | 37 | 4 |
| 9.4 | 7 | — | 37.5 | 4.5 |
| 9.6 | 7.5 | — | 38 | 5 |
| 9.8 | 8 | 6.5 | 38.5-39 | 5.5 |
| 10.0 | 8.5 | 7 | 39-40 | 6 |
| 10.2 | 9 | 7.5 | 40 | 6.5 |
| 10.4 | 9.5 | 8 | 40.5-41 | 7 |
| 10.6 | 10 | 8.5 | 41 | 7.5 |
| 10.8 | 10.5 | 9 | 42 | 8 |
| 11.0 | 11 | 9.5 | 42.5-43 | 8.5 |
| 11.2 | 11.5 | 10 | 43 | 9 |
| 11.4 | — | 10.5 | 43.5-44 | 9.5 |
| 11.6 | — | 11 | 44-44.5 | 10 |
| 11.8 | — | 11.5 | 45 | 10.5 |
If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up.
A note on vintage sizing
Older pieces were made when sizing standards were different — and when garments were crafted to last, not to be replaced. Don't let the label decide. Let the measurements guide you.
Still unsure? Every Curuva listing includes the exact measurements of the piece. If you need help finding the right fit, reach out — we're happy to help.