Size guide

Riani

A German label, so the numbering matches Dutch sizing directly. Silk and fine cotton, neat tailoring, and co-ord sets that are sold as a pair.

How it fits

Cut neat rather than roomy. In practice a Riani 40 has suited clients who wear a Dutch 38 — so where the American and Italian labels above run generous, this one runs closer to the body. If you are between sizes, take the larger.

In short

  • German numbering — a Riani 38 is a Dutch 38.
  • A Riani 40 has fitted clients who wear a Dutch 38.
  • Silk pieces are best cleaned by a specialist; the cotton is straightforward.

Pieces Cecile has measured

LabelledFits likeMeasured
Pastel skirt, 38NL 38Waist 37 cm flat · length 66 cm
Silk blouse, 40NL 38/40Roomier through the body
Silk co-ord set, 38NL 38Skirt and top sold together

These notes come from pieces Cecile has stocked and fitted herself. They are her own observations rather than the brand's official size chart — if a measurement matters, write to her and she will check the piece before you reserve.

The brand's official chart

Riani does publish a full size table with bust, waist and hip in centimetres, but only as an image, so it cannot be reproduced here as text. It opens in a moment on their site — and their measuring instructions match the method used above.

Riani size table · Checked 5 September 2026