Sizing Guide
We pride ourselves on being a size inclusive brand so everything we make is both sized and adjustable.
We know the below is a LOT of information, but we highly recommend reading through it before ordering, especially if you haven't had the chance to visit us in person and play dress up.
If you need a size that's in-between or beyond our sizing chart, just reach out, or leave measurements in your order comment. We're more than happy to make our belts, holsters, and ruff tops to measure at no additional cost. (They may take a little extra time though.)
Regal Belt Sizing Chart
Our extra small and small belts have shorter tongues than our medium, long, and extra long. If you are shopping for a Ren Faire or LARPing look and tend to wear a bodice or corset, we recommend prioritizing your waist measurement for our belts.
If you don't wear a bodice or are shopping for everyday wear then you may want to prioritize your hip measurement. We encourage choosing a size that can accommodate both waist and hips to give you the most versatility in styling if possible.
We offer free resizing on all of our belts for life because leather is built to last and bodies change over time. If you need your belt resized, please shoot us an email at kraken@krakenwhip.com or bring it to our booth at any of our events.
Please note that while resizing is free (and always will be) we cannot cover the cost of shipping your belt to you or the studio.
Ranger Holster Sizing Chart
We make four sizes of holster, each of which has three settings, so we can accommodate 12 shoulder widths within our standard sizing. Please note that our smalls are *very* small (think jockey sized.) Medium and Large are by far our most popular sizes, and our XL is a relatively new addition to our lineup.
When choosing the right size for one of our pocket holsters, there are two measurements to pay attention to: The distance across your shoulders and the height of the pockets. The distance across the shoulders should determine the size holster you need for your body, while the height of the pockets is more about personal preference. If you prefer the pocket height of a different size, just make a note of it in your order and we'll be in touch about how best to achieve your desired fit.
As of November 2024 we are currently closed for custom orders while we work through the queue but we should reopen in January and one can always place a custom order in booth at one of our events.
Please note that our holsters are not resizable the way the belts are!
That being said, we do do hybrid sizes for custom orders and we can add extra snaps to an existing set of shoulders to make them fit a more narrow size. We also offer the pockets or shoulders separately as custom orders.
All measurements below are approximate. We recommend measuring straight across your shoulders from top of curve to top of curve and using the "Across Shoulder" measurement to size yourself if you are unsure. The size ranges are from the smallest setting on the adjustable back snaps to the largest setting.
| Small | Medium | Large | Extra Large | |
| Across Holster Back (outer edge to outer edge of holster back with adjustable snaps) | 7.5"-9.5" | 10"-12.5" | 13.5"-15.5" | 15.5"-17.5" |
| Across Holster Front (inside edge of strap to inside edge, from second D-ring) | 6"-7" | 7"-9" | 10.5"-12.5" | 15"-17" |
| Across Shoulder | 11"-13" | 14"-16" | 16"-19" | 18"-21" |
| Top of Shoulder to Top of Pocket | ~11.5" | ~13.5" | ~14.5" | ~15.5" |
| Top of Shoulder to Bottom of Pocket | ~19.5" | ~21.5" | ~22.5" | ~23.5" |
Ruff Top Sizing Chart
The best way to understand our ruff top sizing is to watch this quick video on Instagram.
We make six sizes of ruff tops off-the-rack: 37, 38, 39, 41, 43, 46. These sizes refer to the length of the ruff itself, and do not correspond to any "standard" sizing systems that we're aware of. If you haven't had a chance to try on a ruff top in person, we *highly* recommend taking the time to measure yourself with a tape measure.
Similar to the holsters, there are two measurements that matter in getting the right fit for the ruffs, one of which is set within our sizing and the other of which is adjustable.
The first measurement is the length of the ruff. Rather than simply looking at the sizing chart to see how small of a ruff you might fit into, please instead use a tape measure to "try on" several sizes and see where you'd like the ruff to hit on your body.
The second measurement is the length of the straps that go around the rib cage. The range displayed in the chart includes the adjustability of the included snaps. If you need longer straps, simply add the ruff extenders to your cart and include the measurement needed in the order comments and we'll make a matching set of extenders for you. (Yes, you can order extenders for a ruff you already have, we just need to know the color of the straps and snaps!)
Example measurement: This person's Center Nape to just under the bust measurement is 18.5". Add 3" for the second snap strap and the measurement equals 21.5". Double that measurement and get 43". This individual wears a 43 Ruff Top. If you are in between sizes or unsure, please Contact Us and we can assist you!
| 37 | 38 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 46 | |
| Distance Center Nape of Neck to desired location for top cross strap | ~15.5" | ~16" | ~16.5" | ~17.5" | ~18.5" | ~20" |
| Distance from Center Nape of Neck to desired location of Bottom of second cross strap (bottom of the ruff top) | ~18.5" | ~19" | ~19.5" | ~20.5" | ~21.5" | ~23" |
| Top Cross Strap (Rib) Measurement range | 20"-33" | 22"-34" | 24"-36" | 24"-38" | 28"-44" | 33"-48" |
| Bottom Cross Strap (Deep Rib) Measurement range | 20"-31" | 21"-32" | 23"-34" | 23"-36" | 27"-41" | 30"-44" |