Miss Manhattan in Pinstripe: Size Guide and Fit Advice

There is a certain hour in Manhattan when everything glows. The office lights are still on, taxis hum in steady rhythm, and the city seems to wink knowingly at anyone who dares to dress for it. This is the time when Miss Manhattan steps out. And what does she wear? Pinstripe.

Not the serious kind, not the boardroom kind, but the kind that sings. Navy pinstripe with just enough white contrast to catch a streetlamp, and a touch of red velvet that feels like a secret kiss. This is style with a heartbeat.

She walks like rhythm down the sidewalk, hips held by a sculpted waist, shoulders back, chin high. There is a little flourish at her back, a bustle that lifts just so, adding sway to the sway. It is impossible not to notice. Impossible not to watch.

Pinstripe has always loved a curve, but here it is matched to pure confidence. This is the silhouette that defined the forties: cinched waist, rounded bust, a skirt that narrows and then flares just enough to encourage a wiggle. The kind of wiggle that makes strangers turn without knowing why. A wiggle that says she knows exactly who she is. Miss Manhattan does not rush. She glides.

By day, the pinstripe follows her through subway doors and café queues. At lunchtime she sits in Central Park, leaning back on the grass with her coat draped just so. Even pigeons seem to pause. There is nothing hurried about her. Only presence.

The navy pinstripe keeps everything refined. Clean, tailored and sharp as a skyline. Then the red velvet appears. The bows, the trim, the little flick of colour at the neckline or hip. Suddenly there is warmth, romance, something that catches the breath. White lace softens everything, tracing the neckline like moonlight on water.

Miss Manhattan knows balance. Structure and softness. Power and play.

Taxi lights flicker. Shop windows reflect her like film stills. A doorman tips his hat. A saxophone murmurs from somewhere underground. The city that never sleeps takes one long, appreciative look.

By evening she is all sway and sparkle. The bustle is now in full effect. It draws the eye to the curve of her derriere, the tilt of her waist, the way she walks like swing music you can nearly hear.

Broadway lights switch on. Neon signs hum awake. She crosses through Times Square and the billboards look like they are applauding her. The skyscrapers lean in. They always do, she is the spark.

Her pinstripe is not about nostalgia. It is about joy in shape, pride in silhouette, celebration of the feminine form. Curves are invited, flattered, sculpted and honoured. A bustle is not just decoration. It is punctuation. A stylish wink.

Slip into the wiggle dress and feel your posture lift. Try the palazzo pant and watch the line stretch long and elegant. Fasten the cowl top or the frill blouse and feel softness frame structure. Add the crop jacket for the purest shape: waist narrow, shoulders sweet, hips bold.

Miss Manhattan is for the woman who wants to feel alive in her own silhouette. The one who knows a sidewalk can be a runway. The one who sashays a little just because the world is her rhythm track.

Of course, every great silhouette begins with the right fit. And because Miss Manhattan is all about shape, sway and confidence, our Kittens at Kitten D’Amour have tried on each design to share how these pieces feel, move and flatter on real bodies. Think of this as your front-row seat in the fitting room.

Let’s find your perfect pinstripe moment!

Miss Manhattan Frill Blouse (Red) – Size 6

• Slightly generous around the bust - Jackie could have sized down for a more tailored fit.
• Still a true beauty to wear; collar detail is a standout.
• Plenty of stretch, making it comfortable for all-day wear.
• Loved the way the frill frames the neckline and ties into the collection’s elegance.
  

Miss Manhattan Full Skirt – Size 8

• Fits true to Jackie’s usual size
• Exceptionally versatile, mixing easily with pieces from previous collections.
• Pockets included - a practical and stylish bonus!

Miss Manhattan Palazzo Pants – Size 8

• Jackie wears her standard size 8 from previous Palazzo styles; the waist is firmly fitted.
• Fabric skims over the hips beautifully, creating fluid movement.
• Great length when paired with a low heel (Jackie tested with the Jazz Shoe).
• Material feels luxuriously soft! 

Miss Manhattan Wiggle Dress – Size 10

• True to size - Jackie wears her usual size 10 in wiggle styles.
• No stretch fabric, so a bit of wiggle required putting it on; once the zip is up, the fit is flawless.
• Hips are neatly contoured, bust room slightly relaxed.
• The bustle adds a charming finish - a perfect signature Miss Manhattan touch!

Miss Manhattan Corset – Size XS

• Normally Sarah wears a size 8 in our corsets, but she found that the XS gave her the perfect fit in this style.
• Loves the lace off-the-shoulder straps, which are elasticised so they stay in place.

Miss Manhattan Full Skirt – Size 6

• Sarah chose her usual size 6 for a firm fit.
• Wears it with one petticoat underneath for added shape.
• Material is lightweight and comfortable,ideal for all-day wear without feeling too heavy.

Miss Manhattan Dress – Size 6

• Sarah wears her usual size 6 for this design.
• Firm at the waist, this dress is very flattering and snug in all the right places.
• Fit is similar to the La Fleur Classic dresses she already knows and loves.
• Favourite detail: the short sleeves - just the right length for springtime charm!

Miss Manhattan Wiggle Dress – Size 6

• Sarah kept to her usual size 6.
• Firm fit through the hips for that defined silhouette.
• Material is very comfortable, allowing ease of movement while maintaining structure.
• She adores the cute little bustle at the back... it adds just the right flair!