About Room 502
Room 502 is the label of French designer Sophie Théallet, CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner. It makes shirtdresses, dresses, shirts and caftans for women, in cotton, silk and viscose, cut in limited runs and sold only at room502.com.
Who is behind Room 502?
Sophie Théallet designs every piece. She trained at Studio Berçot in Paris and with Jean Paul Gaultier, then spent about ten years as Azzedine Alaïa's right hand before opening her own house in 2005. She has dressed Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey and Jane Fonda. Her work is in the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, SCAD FASH and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
What is Room 502 known for?
The shirtdress. Sophie has made them since 2005, and in August 2026 The New York Times wrote about her and the shirtdress. The best known is the Zoe, a long-sleeved midi in cotton poplin with a fitted waist, a full skirt and hidden pockets. See all shirtdresses and the guide How a Shirtdress Should Fit.
Is Room 502 a legitimate store?
Yes. Room 502 is the designer's own store. Checkout is secure, US orders ship by UPS from Vermont, every order has a 30-day return policy, and customer reviews are published on each product page. A person answers at info@room502.com.
Shipping and returns
Shipping is free to the US and Canada. Returns and exchanges are accepted within 30 days of delivery, unworn with tags attached. They are free on orders of $450 or more; under $450 a flat $20 return fee is deducted from the refund. For faster delivery, email us before ordering.
Sizes and fit
Most styles run from 2/34 to 14/46 (US/French sizing). The cut is tailored; between two sizes, take the larger, or send your measurements to info@room502.com and we will guide you.
Where to buy
Only at room502.com. Room 502 is not sold in stores.