What Is My Size at Ghospell?

By Ella Blake — Fashion Stylist | Tellar Fashion Hub — Always honest, unbiased, & unsponsored post

Ghospell runs true to UK standard sizing — but the brand's sculpted, structured silhouettes mean that fit is heavily style-dependent, and getting your size wrong here is easier than you'd think.

I'll be honest: I learned this the hard way. I spotted a Ghospell midi dress on a friend at a rooftop party — one of those structured, belted numbers that looked absolutely effortless on her — and ordered my usual size the very next morning. It arrived beautifully packaged, I slipped it on, and... couldn't do the zip up past my ribs. Not because it was technically the wrong size, but because Ghospell's woven fabrics and close-cut bodices have zero stretch, and my between-sizes frame needed that extra room. Back it went. I sized up, reordered, and it was perfect. Lesson firmly learned.

Ghospell is a London-based contemporary womenswear brand and — fun fact — the directional younger sister label to Sister Jane. Where Sister Jane leans romantic and whimsical, Ghospell is sharper: think sculptural puff sleeves, exaggerated proportions, cinched waists, and a cool urban femininity that looks equally good at a gallery opening or a birthday dinner. It's the kind of brand that has a clear aesthetic vision, and their sizing reflects that.

How Does Ghospell Sizing Work?

Since 2022, Ghospell updated their size range and labelling. Their current system runs XS (UK 6), S (UK 8), M (UK 10), M+ (UK 12), and L (UK 14). This update brought their labelling much more in line with standard UK sizing, which is good news — but a couple of key things are worth knowing before you order:

Dresses & fitted midis: Generally true to size at the bust and waist, but Ghospell uses minimal stretch fabrics. If you're in between sizes, I'd always size up — especially in anything with a concealed zip or a high neckline. There's simply no give.
Tops & blouses: Ghospell loves an exaggerated sleeve — puff shoulders, ruffled cuffs, dramatic proportions. The body of the top often fits true to size, but the shoulder and sleeve openings can run narrow. If you have broader shoulders or a fuller bust, size up for comfort.
Skirts & tailored bottoms: Usually true to size, but their woven, structured fabrics are unforgiving. If you have a fuller hip-to-waist ratio, size up — you can always add a belt to nip in the waist.
Jumpsuits: These are where I'd be most cautious. Ghospell's utility and structured jumpsuits look incredible but fit snugly through the torso. Go up a size if you're tall or have a longer body.

My Honest Take on the Ghospell Aesthetic — and Who It Works For

Ghospell is genuinely one of those brands where the clothes do the talking. You don't need to over-style a Ghospell piece — they're architectural enough to be the outfit. The ruched tops, the checked seersucker blouses, the belted midi dresses — they're made for women who want to look like they made an effort without looking like they tried too hard.

That said, the structured nature of the pieces means they suit a more defined silhouette — cinched waists and fitted bodices are their calling card. If you prefer a relaxed or oversized fit, you might find some of the more body-conscious styles a bit unforgiving. But their puffier, more dramatic tops can actually be wonderfully forgiving on the bust and arms precisely because they're designed with volume in mind.

Similar Brands to Ghospell — From High Street to Luxury

If you love the Ghospell aesthetic but want to explore similar labels across different price points, here's where I'd point you:

High Street Options:

River Island — consistently delivers the kind of bold, feminine silhouettes that feel very Ghospell-adjacent. Their structured midi dresses and statement blouses are excellent value and sizing tends to be consistent.
Warehouse — brilliant for sculpted occasion pieces with that modern, directional edge. Their tailored co-ords and wrap dresses are worth a serious look.
Coast — if you're shopping Ghospell for events, Coast delivers a similar elegant-with-structure energy at an accessible price. Their sizing runs true to UK standard.
Urban Outfitters — for the quirkier, more fashion-forward Ghospell customer. They stock indie labels and their own line that often echoes that cool-London aesthetic.
Topshop — now online only, but still one of the best places to find directional, structured statement pieces at high street prices. Worth bookmarking.
Phase Eight — don't sleep on Phase Eight for occasion pieces. Their structured dresses and tailored separates are excellent quality with really reliable sizing.
ASOS — actually stocks Ghospell itself alongside its own edit of similar independent brands. Great for comparison shopping across multiple aesthetics in one place.

Premium Options:

Ted Baker — similar femininity but with a bit more stretch in their fabrications, which some women find easier to size. The brand runs true to UK sizing with a slightly fitted cut.
Reiss — if you love Ghospell's sculptural edge but want something slightly more understated for the office, Reiss is the answer. Brilliant quality and consistently true to size.

Independent Picks:

Never Fully Dressed — a London indie label that absolutely deserves more attention. Bold prints, feminine silhouettes, and a joyful approach to dressing that sits in a very similar headspace to Ghospell. Their sizing is true to UK standard and the quality for the price is genuinely impressive.
Damson Madder — another brilliant indie brand for women who love a print and a statement sleeve. Based in the UK, they do gorgeous floral and graphic prints in a relaxed but directional cut. An excellent alternative if Ghospell is out of stock.

Luxury/Designer Options:

Self-Portrait — if you love Ghospell's event-ready aesthetic and want to invest in something truly special, Self-Portrait is the natural step up. Structured, feminine, and designed to make you feel extraordinary.
Needle & Thread — for the more romantic, embellished side of Ghospell's appeal, Needle & Thread delivers extraordinary occasion pieces with real craft behind them.

My Final Sizing Verdict for Ghospell

In short: order your true UK size as a starting point, but always read the individual product description before you checkout. If it says "body-conscious fit" or "minimal stretch" — and you're between sizes or have a fuller bust — size up without hesitation. Ghospell's pieces are worth the effort of getting the fit right, because when they fit well, they fit beautifully. And use Tellar.co.uk before you order — it will cross-reference your measurements against Ghospell's size data instantly, so you're not guessing.

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