What is Sizing Like at Taller Marmo?

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

Taller Marmo uses Italian (IT) sizing, and it runs distinctly small — most UK women will need to size up by one to two sizes. If you're a UK 10, start with an IT 44 rather than the standard IT 42 conversion, and always go by your measurements rather than your usual number. This is a brand where getting the size right is genuinely worth the effort, because the pieces are spectacular.

I first encountered Taller Marmo at a press event a few years back — one of those effortlessly stylish London occasions where someone sweeps in wearing a printed caftan that stops the entire room. The brand has that quality in spades. Founded in London by Alberto Barrera and Matthieu Muguel, it has become the go-to for a certain kind of maximalist, resort-ready glamour — the sort of thing you'd pack for Positano and end up wearing to every dinner party back home. But those beautiful wide-leg silhouettes and draped fabrics are cut to an Italian pattern, and that matters enormously when it comes to buying the right size.

Taller Marmo Size Conversion Table

Taller Marmo uses Italian (IT) sizing throughout. Here's how that translates across to UK and US sizes, with body measurements as a guide:

Taller Marmo (IT)UK SizeUS SizeBust (cm)Waist (cm)Hips (cm)3862806086408484649042106886894441289272984614109676102

Important: Because Taller Marmo runs small relative to standard Italian sizing, I'd always recommend going by your actual measurements rather than assuming the standard IT conversion will apply. When in doubt, size up.

How the Sizing Plays Out Across Different Pieces

Taller Marmo's range is mostly occasion and resort dressing — caftans, wide-leg trousers, printed blouses, dramatic dresses. The good news is that much of their signature silhouette is fluid and forgiving. The less good news? Some of the structured pieces are really quite fitted, and getting it wrong is costly at this price point. Here's what to expect by category:

Caftans & Kaftan Dresses

The brand's most iconic pieces, and actually the most forgiving when it comes to sizing. The silhouette is intended to be loose and draped.
If you're between sizes, you can often go with your standard IT equivalent here — the voluminous cut absorbs a size difference beautifully.
That said, if you have a fuller bust, still consider sizing up — the neckline and shoulder placement can feel restrictive if you're at the top of a size.
Petite women can absolutely wear these — the fabric drapes rather than swamps, which is a design win.

Wide-Leg Trousers & Palazzo Styles

These are cut with a high waist and extraordinary volume in the leg — genuinely one of the most flattering silhouettes the brand does.
The waistband is the crucial measurement here. Taller Marmo's trousers can be very fitted at the waist even when the leg is voluminous — always measure your waist and compare to the size guide.
If you're between waist sizes, size up — you can always belt a slightly looser waist, but there's no room to manoeuvre if it won't fasten.
The inseam is generous and suits taller frames very well. If you're 5'4" or under, expect to have these hemmed.

Blouses & Printed Shirts

These tend to be the most fitted pieces in the range and are where I'd most strongly recommend sizing up.
The shoulder seam sits quite narrow — if you have broader shoulders or a fuller chest, go up two Italian sizes from your standard UK equivalent.
The silk and silk-effect fabrics are unforgiving if the fit is slightly off — a blouse that pulls across the chest never looks good, however beautiful the print.

Dresses

Taller Marmo's dresses range from floaty maxi styles to more structured wrap and midi designs. The fit varies significantly by style.
For wrap and tie-waist dresses, sizing is more flexible — go by your bust and hip measurements.
For structured or fitted styles, size up one to two sizes from your usual UK equivalent. These are cut for a slimmer Italian frame and are not very stretchy.
The maxi lengths are designed for height — if you're under 5'6", check the length before ordering online.

Jumpsuits & Co-ords

Jumpsuits are the trickiest to size in any brand, and Taller Marmo is no exception. Go by your largest measurement (usually hips or bust) and size from there.
Their co-ord sets allow you to size the top and bottom separately, which is genuinely brilliant if you're not a standard proportion — take full advantage of this.

My Key Sizing Tips for Taller Marmo

Always use measurements, not your usual size number. At this price point, you really don't want a sizing gamble.
When in doubt, size up. Taller Marmo's silhouettes are designed to look good with ease and movement — a slightly larger size will still look intentional and beautiful.
If you're buying through a stockist like Net-a-Porter or Matches, use their online chat to ask for specific garment measurements — most luxury stockists will provide these.
The brand's returns policies vary by stockist. Check before you buy, particularly if ordering two sizes to compare.
Taller Marmo's pieces are almost all dry-clean only — factor that into your care routine before purchasing.

Brands Similar to Taller Marmo

Taller Marmo sits at the luxury end of the market, with a maximalist, resort-inspired aesthetic. The prints are bold, the fabrics are beautiful, and the occasion dressing credentials are impeccable. Here's where to find a similar vibe across different budgets:

High Street

Anthropologie — Consistently one of the best high street options for print-led, bohemian occasion dressing. Their maxi dresses and wide-leg trouser styles capture a lot of the Taller Marmo energy at a fraction of the price.
Mango — Their summer and resort collections have become genuinely impressive in recent years — bold prints, fluid fabrics, and a distinctly Mediterranean sensibility. Great for the Taller Marmo aesthetic on a more accessible budget.
Monsoon — The original British high street destination for prints and occasion dressing. Their occasionwear range in particular delivers the colour and drama that Taller Marmo fans will appreciate.
Phase Eight — For those Taller Marmo-inspired dressy occasions where you want something polished and print-led without the designer price tag. Their maxi dresses and printed occasion pieces are genuinely lovely.
Zara — Has delivered some brilliant resort-coded collections in recent seasons. Worth checking their Studio line in particular, which takes clear inspiration from luxury resort brands.
Oliver Bonas — A brilliant and underrated source of jewel-toned, print-forward pieces. Their occasionwear and dresses have a lot of personality — very much Taller Marmo-adjacent in spirit.
Hush — Quieter in its maximalism than Taller Marmo, but their printed linen and silk-feel pieces are beautifully made for a high street brand, and they size generously which is a bonus.

Premium Alternatives

Max Mara — For the more restrained, architectural end of Taller Marmo's aesthetic. Max Mara's Leisure and Weekend lines in particular share that sense of confident, effortless dressing — impeccably cut, with real presence.
LK Bennett — For occasion-ready prints and dresses with a slightly more classic British sensibility. Their silk-feel prints and occasionwear hit a very similar customer as Taller Marmo, just at a lower price point.

Independent & Niche Picks

Two brilliant independent brands that Taller Marmo devotees almost certainly don't know — but absolutely should:

Borgo de Nor — A London-based independent label that is essentially the sister brand Taller Marmo never had. Same bold prints, same commitment to fluid, feminine silhouettes, same resort-to-dinner versatility. Genuinely one of the best independent labels in Britain right now. Sizing runs small, so apply the same rule — go up a size.
Ulla Johnson — A New York-based designer with a beautifully bohemian, print-rich aesthetic that will feel very familiar to Taller Marmo fans. Her dresses and blouses in particular are stunning — romantic, artisanal, and a little bit magical. Available via Net-a-Porter and other luxury stockists in the UK.

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