Fitting & Care
photograph by Rachel Thomson
FITTING
ALL OF OUR LINGERIE AND SWIMWEAR IS HAND CUT INDIVIDUALLY AND CUSTOM MADE TO ORDER IN OUR HACKNEY WORKSHOPS
The work is painstaking so please make sure that you are clear on your size before we get the scissors out. It is always well worth taking some measurements and sending them when you place your order, here’s a few tips on HOW TO MEASURE
ALL STYLES ARE LISTED USING UK SIZING see measurement chart below. If you need to translate your bra size click here for a handy tool for converting from US, Japanese, Australian, European or anywhere else to the UK size
BESPOKE AND CUSTOM SIZES
If you like the look of one of our styles but it doesn't appear in your size on the menu then please do contact us, we can often adapt the shape to be able to fit your size. We can adapt patterns specially for you to allow for long backs, short backs, small backs, large hips or any other variation. Bespoke and custom size alterations cost a bit extra because it takes more labour time to make the changes
SIZE GUIDE FOR KNICKERS AND BOTTOMS:
Extra Small = UK size 8
Small = UK size 10
Medium = UK size 12
Large = UK size 14
UK6 = HIP 34”/86cm WAIST 24”/62cm
UK8 = HIP 35.5”/90cm WAIST 26”/66cm
UK10 = HIP 37”/94cm WAIST 27”/70cm
UK12 = HIP 38.5”/98cm WAIST 29”/74cm
UK14 = HIP 40.5”/103cm WAIST 31”/79cm
UK16 = HIP 42.5”/108cm WAIST 33”/84cm
UK18 = HIP 45”/ 115cm WAIST 36”/91cm
UK20 = HIP 48”/122cm WAIST 39”/98cm
UK22 = HIP 51”/130cm WAIST 42”/106cm
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR LINGERIE
All Buttress and Snatch lingerie is handmade using different combinations of materials, many of them delicate and some of them very old. We recommend that you always handwash your lingerie carefully using a mild detergent for delicates and that you leave to drip dry without wringing.
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR SWIMWEAR
Always rinse your swimsuit in cold tap water immediately after use whether you’ve been swimming or sunbathing. Salt water, chlorine, and sunscreen can all damage the elasticity of the swimsuit material, rinsing helps remove these and prevents them from eating away at the fibers.
Handwash your suit at the end of the day in cool water with mild liquid hand soap or detergent meant for delicates, let it soak for 15 minutes then gently massage with the hands to work the chemicals and dirt out. Drain the soapy water and rinse until the water runs clear. Do not wring or twist the swimsuit. Lay it flat between two towels, roll them up them gently press the towels so they absorb the excess water, take your suit out and leave it flat to dry. Make sure your suit is completely dry before storing.
HOW TO REMOVE SUNSCREEN STAINS FROM A SWIMSUIT
The best thing to do is stop stains happening in the first place by letting sunscreen absorb before you put your suit on. If you do get stains baking soda or vinegar are gentle cleaners that may help remove them (no promises though). Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda directly onto the stain and allow it to sit for one to two hours before washing as directed above. White vinegar can also be applied directly to a stain and left to soak before washing as above.