Fashion

[gk27]

On 6/30/2014 Perkup said:

Thanks for all your suggestions. I might try again, but will definitely have to go down at least a size to come close. Is this what everyone else experiences with Linea?

Generally speaking, in Linea clothing, I size down one size. I have been buying Linea for awhile now and I'm pretty comfortable sizing down. I still ALWAYS check the click here measurements and once you purchase a jacket, etc. you will get a feel for it.

[Perkup]

On 6/30/2014 MarilynM said:

It would really help to know what styles you are talking about. If we own any of them we could tell you how they fit us. I'm an xs and usually buy an xs o xxs depending on the style and click here measurements. It would also help to know what size you are and what size you bought.

Talking about the neat jacket (came in taupe, blue and some light colors). The IKat skirt in brown, the open front cardigan. Don't have access to the item numbers right now.

I've not worn anything smaller than a large in at least 10 years. Every other brand I buy from pretty much any source, including QVC, is either a large or sometimes an xl since I don't like things to fit too close, and I really like things loose in the waist. I'll be 80 next month!!

It never in my wildest dreams occurred to me that a large would be too big! Guess I still have a few things to learn!

And I have to say, you are the nicest group of ladies on this particular post that I've found since I joined this board. Thanks to all of you for your helpful attitudes.

[nj2]

Linea Ladies are passionate about the designer. He cares about us and his designs are beautiful and easy to wear.

Try again - you won't be sorry

[pinkskates4]

I definitely size down in his clothes.

As others noted, check the click here (rather than the Q size) measurements.

And then, if as unfortunately does happen frequently, the garment measurements are off - to the point that the fit is adversely affected - the Q will pay for return shipping.

When the measurements are right, his clothes are great and I highly recommend them.

I am uninfluenced however, by those who insist that when the measurements are off, I should keep the garment anyway and pay to have it altered to the original stated measurements.

[Beach Baby 1]

Don't feel bad, I was confused too when I started purchasing his clothes last year. I size down BUT, if a garment has NO stretch you may want to stick with your size. Don't give up, his clothes are the best, well made and on trend, classic. Also, check out his blog where he shows pics of his styling, answers questions, etc. www.louisdellolio.com. Good luck!

[Nuttmeg]

On 6/30/2014 Perkup said:

Thanks for all your suggestions. I might try again, but will definitely have to go down at least a size to come close. Is this what everyone else experiences with Linea?

The adjustment in the size has to do with wearing ease. In the garment description, it could say relaxed fit, or semi-fitted or fitted. I usually get out my tape measure and take a measurement,and compare with the charts under Click Here. This keeps my return postage down.

[Barbara in Virginia]

Another measurement to carefully check is the back measurement, particularly if you have either very narrow or very wide shoulders.

The shoulders on many of Louis's jackets are slightly extended to give that desirable "T" shape that makes the waist and hips appear slimmer. The way Louis cuts his clothes suits me to a "T"!!!