Size guide
Every size on our site is a New Zealand size. Some labels write their sizes differently, so here is what you will see on our product pages and how it matches your NZ size.
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NZ sizes and body measurements
Find the row closest to your own measurements. These are body measurements in centimetres, not the size of the garment.
| NZ size | Letter size | Bust (cm) | Waist (cm) | Hips (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | XS | 80–82 | 61–63 | 88–90 |
| 8 | S | 84–86 | 65–67 | 92–94 |
| 10 | M | 89–91 | 70–72 | 97–99 |
| 12 | L | 94–96 | 75–77 | 102–104 |
| 14 | XL | 99–102 | 80–83 | 107–110 |
| 16 | 2XL | 105–108 | 86–89 | 113–116 |
| 18 | 3XL | 111–114 | 92–95 | 119–122 |
Where a style has its own measurements, they are shown on that product page under "Size guide".
How sizes are written on our product pages
NZ numbers — 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18. Choose your usual NZ size.
Letters — XS to 3XL. Use the table above to match a letter to your NZ size. A few relaxed pieces use combined sizes such as XS/S, S/M or M/L, designed to fit across two sizes.
Brand numbers — "1 (Size 8)", "40 (Size 12)". Some labels keep their own numbers. The NZ size is always the one in brackets, so 3 (Size 12) is an NZ 12.
Jeans
Jeans are labelled by waist size. Here is roughly how they match NZ sizes:
| Jeans size on the label | Waist (cm) | Closest NZ size |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | 66 | 8 |
| 27 | 69 | 8–10 |
| 28 | 71 | 10 |
| 29 | 74 | 12 |
| 30 | 76 | 12–14 |
| 31 | 79 | 14 |
| 32 | 81 | 16 |
Approximate. Denim varies a lot between cuts — go by your own waist measurement where you can.
Women's shoes
In women's shoes, NZ sizes use the same numbers as US sizes, so choose your usual size. All styles are a standard (medium) width.
| NZ size | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|
| 4 | 20.8 |
| 4.5 | 21.3 |
| 5 | 21.6 |
| 5.5 | 22.2 |
| 6 | 22.5 |
| 6.5 | 23.0 |
| 7 | 23.5 |
| 7.5 | 23.8 |
| 8 | 24.1 |
| 8.5 | 24.6 |
| 9 | 25.1 |
| 9.5 | 25.4 |
| 10 | 25.9 |
| 10.5 | 26.2 |
| 11 | 26.7 |
| 11.5 | 27.1 |
| 12 | 27.6 |
How to measure your foot: stand on a sheet of paper, mark the back of your heel and the tip of your longest toe, and measure between the two marks in centimetres. Measure both feet and go by the longer one. If you fall between two sizes, take the larger.
Sizes 12.5 and 13 are not on our maker's chart. Email info@mariaraglan.com with your foot length in cm before you order and we will confirm the right size for you.
How to measure yourself
Use a soft tape, over your underwear rather than over clothes, and keep the tape level and comfortably snug.
- Bust: around the fullest part of your chest, tape flat across your back.
- Waist: around the narrowest part of your torso, usually just above the navel.
- Hips: around the fullest part, roughly 20 cm below your waist.
- Inside leg: from the top of your inner thigh to the floor, without shoes.
If you are between sizes
For fitted and structured pieces — blazers, tailored pants, shirt dresses — take the larger size. For relaxed, oversized or knitted pieces, your usual size is normally right, because the cut already allows room.
Still not sure?
Email info@mariaraglan.com with the style name and your measurements and we will tell you which NZ size to take. We reply within 1–2 business days.