Measurements

Bust:

• Measure around the fullest part of your bust. Use a soft measuring tape and ensure it is horizontal around the back and across the nipples. Do not pull the tape too tight.

Waist:

• Identify the narrowest part of your waist, typically above your belly button and below the rib cage. Wrap the tape around this area, keeping it parallel to the floor.

Hips:

• Stand with your feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips and rear. This is usually around 7 to 9 inches below your waist.

Length:

• For full-length gowns, measure from the top of your shoulder, over the bust, to the floor. Wear the shoes you intend to use on your wedding day for an accurate measurement.

Shoulder Width:

• Measure from the edge of one shoulder to the other, across the back.

Sleeve Length:

• Measure from your shoulder to just past the wrist bone to where you would like your sleeve to end.

Upper Arm Circumference:

• Measure around the widest part of your upper arm.

Waist to Hem:

• Measure from your waist down to where the hem of the skirt should fall, considering the height of your wedding shoes.

General Tips:

• Always measure over your undergarments, not over your regular clothes.

• Keep the measuring tape comfortably snug, but not tight.

• When in doubt, round up to the nearest measurement to allow for alterations.

• Ask someone to help you with the measurements to ensure they are accurate.

• Double-check each measurement after recording to avoid any mistakes.