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HOW TO MEASURE
We
strongly recommend having your measurements
taken by a professional seamstress. Measurements
should be taken in the undergarments you plan to
wear with your bridal gown. If you cannot get
professional measurement, we advise that you do
not take the measurements yourself. Have someone
help you and follow the guidelines below. Please
note that you are responsible for ordering the
correct size.
Measure
the bust line at the fullest part of your chest.
Stand naturally with your heels together. Let
your arms rest by the side of your body.
Position the tape so it covers the widest part
of the back and the fullest part of your chest.
Keep a thumb in the inside of the tape.
Place
your hands at your natural waistline. This is
where the tape should be positioned. Stand with
your stomach at its natural position. Leave a
little room by keeping a thumb on the inside of
the tape. Do not pull the tape tight.
Stand
naturally with your heels together in a relaxed
posture. If you are measuring for a sheath
dress, position the tape around the fullest part
of your bottom. If you are measuring for an
A-line dress, position the tape around the
fullest part of your hip. Leave a little room by
keeping a thumb on the inside of the tape. Do
not pull the tape tight.
The
standard length for bridal gowns is 61". If you
are 5'8'' or taller please make sure that the
gown will be long enough with the shoes you want
to wear.
Once you
have taken your measurements, see the
appropriate designer's size chart under "Size
Charts" on our website. Remember, designers cut
bridal gowns smaller than regular sizes,
therefore you might find yourself ordering a
larger size than you normally wear. These
measurements are taken to determine the closest
size to be ordered. Bridal gowns typically
require alterations. If your measurements
indicate one size for the "bust" and a different
size for the "waist and or hips", we suggest
ordering according to the largest measurement.
Gowns and dresses can be taken in if they are
too large but cannot always be let out if they
are too small.
If you
are unsure of your size, please call or email us
for guidance. |