Measuring Guide

Find Perfect Fit, Made Easy

We believe a gown should feel as good as it looks. To ensure your dress arrives ready for your special event and to avoid the hassle of returns, we’ve developed this professional measurement guide.

By taking 5 mins to measure yourself accurately today, you’re ensuring a silhouette that’s flawlessly you.

Part 1: Tools You’ll Need

Everything you need for an accurate fit can be found at home:

Soft Measuring Tape : Use a flexible tailor's tape. Please avoid metal construction tapes, as they cannot accurately follow the curves of your body.

Full-Length Mirror : Essential for checking that the tape is perfectly level around your bust and back.

The Right Undergarments : Wear the exact bra or shapewear you plan to wear with your gown.

Your Occasion Shoes : To get the correct length, wear shoes with the same heel height as the ones you’ll wear on the big day.

A Helping Hand: We highly recommend asking a friend to assist you. It’s much easier (and more accurate) than measuring yourself!

Part 2: Key Measurenments

Standard Size Recommended

• Bust: Fullest part of the chest.
• Waist: Narrowest part of the natural waist.
• Hips: Fullest part of the hips.
• Hollow to Floor: From collarbone hollow to floor.

⚠️ Note: Hollow to Floor must include heel height.

Custom Tailoring Optional

Provide these for a bespoke fit:

• Shoulder to Shoulder: Measured from back of shoulder.
• Shoulder to Bust: From middle shoulder to nipple.
• Shoulder to Waist: From middle shoulder to natural waist.
• Shoulder to Floor (with shoes): From middle shoulder over nipple to floor with shoes on.
• Nipple to Nipple: Distance between apex points.
• Armhole: Around the shoulder/underarm joint.

Part 3: Tips & Best Practices

🩲Undergarment Matters

Do: Wear the undergarments you plan to wear with your dress.
Don’t: Avoid padded or push-up bras unless you plan to wear them on the big day.
Different undergarments can significantly affect your measurements.

😌The “Exhale” Rule

Do: Exhale, relax, and stand naturally.
Don’t: Don’t suck in your stomach.
Sucking in may result in a dress that’s too tight to zip up or feel comfortable.

👯The Buddy System

Do: Ask a friend or family member to help.
Don’t: Avoid measuring yourself if possible.
Self-measuring can lead to a 1-inch (2–3 cm) error. Keep your head up and back straight while your helper measures.

Part 4: Find Your Size

Use your measurements to select the best size. lf the difference between your actual measurements and the standard size is less than 1 inch, the dress will fit well. Otherwise. It’s advisable to choose a custom size.

Part 5: Frequently Asked Questions

Always feel free to reach out via alinebridal@outlook.com if you have any questions.