They did not deduct VAT from my purchase. On sizing, I have three (2 coat models, 1 that just says Boglioli on the tag), and none of them fit the same. I ordered my regular size (52/42), and they are all very trim, but no overly so. The biggest problem I've found--and the reason it is safe to size up--is the length. I have one that fits perfectly, one that is on the short side of acceptable, and the most recent one that I posted in this thread, which is probably too short to wear in a non-casual environment.