Fit & sizing
Size guide
Renting designer pieces means trying styles you wouldn't normally commit to buying. Use this guide to find your fit before you book, and message the lender if you need anything specific.
Women’s
Size conversion
Most Australian designers list pieces in AU sizing. International labels (Self Portrait, Cult Gaia, Reformation) often use UK, US or EU. The universal size column maps to what you'll see on each item card.
| Universal | AU | UK | US | EU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 4 | 4 | 0 | 32 |
| XS | 6 | 6 | 2 | 34 |
| S | 8 | 8 | 4 | 36 |
| M | 10 | 10 | 6 | 38 |
| L | 12 | 12 | 8 | 40 |
| XL | 14 | 14 | 10 | 42 |
| XXL | 16 | 16 | 12 | 44 |
| 3XL | 18 | 18 | 14 | 46 |
The basics
How to measure
Use a soft tape measure over light clothing. Keep the tape snug but not tight, and stand naturally with your weight evenly distributed.
Bust
Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape level under your arms.
Waist
Measure around the narrowest part of your natural waist (above the belly button, below the rib cage).
Hips
Measure around the fullest part of your hips and bottom, keeping the tape level.
Inseam
Measure from the top of your inner thigh down to your ankle. Helpful for jumpsuits and trousers.
From the community
Designer fit notes
General guidance based on lender feedback across our most-requested labels. When in doubt, message the lender for the piece you're eyeing.
Zimmermann
Tends to run true to size in dresses; size up for structured silhouettes and corsetry.
Aje
Generally true to size. The puff-sleeve and statement pieces can fit smaller on the bust.
Rebecca Vallance
Cocktail and tailored pieces often run small through the waist. Size up if between sizes.
Arcina Ori
True to size with generous draping. Jersey pieces are forgiving across one size in either direction.
Shona Joy
Bridesmaid and event styles are cut slim; size up for hourglass figures or extra ease.
Still stuck?
Every listing has a Message button so you can ask the lender directly about how a piece fits. They've usually worn it themselves and can flag if it runs small, tight on the bust, or generous in the waist.
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Common questions about returns, sizing exchanges and what happens if a piece doesn't fit.
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