Rapha, nice but a bit pricey?

I'm 5'7" and a 31" waist and a medium is slightly small on me. In a really nice way when Im on the bike. But theres always a 'shit these are tiny' moment when I put them on.

That's how cycling clothing are supposed to fit. Bibs and jerseys need to be snug and fitted. One needs to take some care when putting them on so as to not rip the threads holding the pad. They are for riding and not sitting at the espresso bar. You don't want your jersey fluttering in the wind. You don't want your shorts to have any creases... in fact you want a bit of compression in the thighs...