The thing about vintage and sizing is — you can’t look at the size. Take this lovely little vintage 1960’s nightie: it is actually a “SIZE SMALL”! Yes, it was probably made to be worn on a smaller body and is supposed to fit a little longer…. BUT, it fits me how I envisioned it to look. So, here I am rocking it off!
Who’s to say what size a garment is? If it fits you, you like how it looks, can pull it off–THEN WEAR IT!
Added to the whole size and being vintage thing– silhouettes varied so differently depending on the era. We may wear a clothing item completely different than it was originally intended. For example, in the 1980’s the whole over-sized manly look was popular. Today, (generally) we wear clothing more form fitting. This means that sometimes, a larger size gal can fit in an item that was originally meant to be worn large by a smaller girl.
On top of the fit, sizing didn’t become standardized until more recently. Even with standardization of sizing, there are so many discrepancies between brands, manufacturers, etc. when it comes to sizing. How many of you out there are a different size depending on what retailer your shopping at?
Basically, my point is– don’t judge a dress by it’s size label. Hold it up to your body, try it on, think outside the box, and most importantly: if you love it–who gives a shit?!
