Two ways to read us — the stories that shaped every stitch, and the style ideas that help you wear them.
Editor's pick
February 27, 2023
Meet Kalpana, a talented embroidery artisan working at I was a Sari. Kalpana worked her way up to Supervisor, leading a team of 25 artisans. She always had a dream of exploring the world, beyond the boundaries of her daily life...
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In 2012, Stefano approached Fashion in Process (FIP), a research collective within the Design Department of Politecnico di Milano University,...
Ever wondered who made your clothes? How do they look? What do they love? This year, as part...
It all begins at the vibrant flea market, Chor Bazaar (translated as ‘Thieves’ Market’). Definitely a place to...
Why was I was a Sari at the UN Summit? UN Environment, Fashion for Earth by R-Elan and Mumbai’s Lakme Fashion...
Fit & measurements
Every body measures a little differently, so we size by chest, waist and hip girth rather than guesswork. Use the reference table below alongside the measuring guide to check yourself before you order.
All measurements are body girth, in centimetres, with 1cm of ease already built in.
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR | 34 | 36 | 38/40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
| Chest | 80–84 | 85–89 | 90–95 | 96–101 | 102–108 | 109–115 |
| Waist | 60–64 | 65–69 | 70–75 | 76–81 | 82–88 | 89–95 |
| Low hip | 89–93 | 94–98 | 99–104 | 105–110 | 111–117 | 118–124 |
Between two sizes? Go by your chest measurement first for tops, or hips for bottoms, see the notes below.
Use a soft tape, wear light clothing, and keep the tape level all the way around.
Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your chest, level across the back. Keep it snug, not tight, and read the measurement where the tape meets.
Find your natural waistline, usually the narrowest point of your torso. Don't hold your stomach in, keep the tape level and comfortably snug.
Stand with feet together and wrap the tape around the fullest part of your hips and seat, straight and level front to back.
