Size Chart Italy

All measurements below are body measurements in centimetres, not garment measurements. Sizes follow standard Italian sizing (IT 38–46). Measure yourself, compare with the table for the category you are shopping, and choose the size your measurements fall into.

Between two sizes? Size up. This applies especially to fitted styles, knitwear and structured bodices. For coats and jackets you plan to wear over a jumper, size up as well.

Size conversion

Size	Italy	EU	UK	US
XS	38	34	6	2
S	40	36	8	4
M	42	38	10	6
L	44	40	12	8
XL	46	42	14	10

How to measure

Wear close-fitting clothing or just underwear. Use a soft tape measure and keep it level and snug, never tight.

BustAround the fullest part of the bust, tape level across the back.

UnderbustDirectly under the bust, where a bra band sits.

WaistAround the narrowest part of the torso, roughly 2–3 cm above the navel.

HipsAround the fullest part of the hips and seat, feet together.

ShouldersFrom the outer edge of one shoulder, straight across the back, to the other.

SleeveFrom the shoulder point, along a slightly bent arm, to the wrist.

Dresses

Maxi, midi, mini, bodycon, halter, off-shoulder, gowns and lace styles.

Size	Italy	Bust	Waist	Hips
XS	38	80–84 cm	62–66 cm	88–92 cm
S	40	84–88 cm	66–70 cm	92–96 cm
M	42	88–92 cm	70–74 cm	96–100 cm
L	44	92–96 cm	74–78 cm	100–104 cm
XL	46	96–100 cm	78–82 cm	104–108 cm

Bodycon, corset and structured styles sit closer to the body — size up if you are at the upper end of a range. Fluid maxi and ruched styles have more give.

Jackets and coats

Trench coats, wool coats, blazers, bombers, leather and suede jackets, capes.

Size	Italy	Chest	Waist	Shoulders	Sleeve
XS	38	82–86 cm	64–68 cm	37 cm	58 cm
S	40	86–90 cm	68–72 cm	38.5 cm	59 cm
M	42	90–94 cm	72–76 cm	40 cm	60 cm
L	44	94–98 cm	76–80 cm	41.5 cm	61 cm
XL	46	98–102 cm	80–84 cm	43 cm	62 cm

Measure your chest over a fine knit, as you would wear the coat. Oversized and belted styles allow more room; fitted blazers and cropped jackets less — size up if you are between two sizes or plan to layer.

Tops and shirts

Shirts, blouses, T-shirts, knitwear, cardigans, tops and two-piece sets.

Size	Italy	Bust	Waist	Shoulders	Sleeve
XS	38	80–84 cm	62–66 cm	36 cm	57 cm
S	40	84–88 cm	66–70 cm	37.5 cm	58 cm
M	42	88–92 cm	70–74 cm	39 cm	59 cm
L	44	92–96 cm	74–78 cm	40.5 cm	60 cm
XL	46	96–100 cm	78–82 cm	42 cm	61 cm

Sleeve length applies to long-sleeved styles only. Knitwear and ribbed pieces stretch and sit close to the body; oversized and cropped styles are cut wider by design.

Still unsure? Write to us at obscuracontactstore@gmail.com with your measurements and the piece you are considering, and we will recommend the right size.

This chart is general guidance based on standard Italian women's sizing. Fit varies by fabric, cut and style, and every garment has slightly different ease built in, so individual product pages may show small variations. Always compare your own measurements with the table above.