Size guide
Measure twice, cop once.
Thrift pieces come from different brands, decades and countries, so an “L” from 1998 and an “L” from today can be very different. Every listing shows exact measurements. Trust those over the tag.
The 2-minute trickGrab a tee or jeans you already love, lay it flat, and measure it the same way as the diagrams below. Then match those numbers to our listings. Within an inch is a safe bet.
Tees, shirts & jackets
- ChestArmpit to armpit, laid flat. We list it doubled, as the full chest around.
- ShoulderShoulder seam to shoulder seam across the back.
- LengthFrom the highest point of the shoulder straight down to the hem.
- SleeveShoulder seam to the end of the sleeve.
Jeans & cargos
- WaistAcross the top of the waistband laid flat. We list it doubled, as the full waist around.
- InseamCrotch seam down the inner leg to the hem.
- RiseCrotch seam up to the top of the front waistband.
- OpeningStraight across the hem, laid flat.
Rough reference
Typical oversized fits
| Tag size | Chest (around) | Length | Shoulder | Fits most |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | 42–44" | 27" | 20–21" | Relaxed on S/M bodies |
| L | 44–46" | 28" | 21–22" | Oversized on M, relaxed on L |
| XL | 46–48" | 29" | 22–23" | Very boxy on M/L |
| XXL | 48–52" | 30" | 23–24" | Statement oversized |
| Waist tag | Waist (around) | Typical inseam | Body waist |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 28–29" | 29–30" | 26–28" |
| 30 | 30–31" | 30–31" | 28–30" |
| 32 | 32–33" | 31–32" | 30–32" |
| 34 | 34–35" | 31–32" | 32–34" |
Vintage sizing varies a lot. These ranges are a starting point only; the listing’s measurements always win.
Condition scale
How we grade
| Grade | What it means |
|---|---|
| Like New | Barely worn. No visible wear at all. |
| Excellent | Lightly worn. Clean, strong fabric, no flaws found. |
| Very Good | Some gentle wash fading. Nothing that shows in a fit. |
| Good | Visible character: fading or small marks, all listed below. |
| Fair | Clear wear and listed flaws. Priced for it. |