MEASUREMENT GUIDE
Before you start, prepare a soft measuring tape, a full-length mirror, and ask a friend or family member to help you for more accurate results. Keep a pen and paper (or use your phone notes) handy to write down each measurement right away to avoid mix-ups. Stand in a natural, relaxed posture—no sucking in your stomach or over-stretching. Do not pull the tape too tightly or leave it loose. For best accuracy, measure each area twice and take the average if needed.
Please provide measurements based on your wedding dress style.
※ Style A. Strapless & Sleeveless Dresses
Applicable for Sweetheart, Straight Across, Bandeau, or similar necklines. Please provide the following measurements:
1. Upper Bust
Wrap the soft measuring tape around the top part of your chest, just under your armpits and above your bust. Make sure the tape stays level and parallel to the floor all the way around. Stand naturally, relax your shoulders, and breathe normally—do not puff up or hold your breath. The tape should lie snugly against your skin but not be pulled tight or left too loose. It’s best to measure in front of a mirror or with someone’s help to ensure the tape stays straight and flat against your body.
2. Bust
Wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of your bust. Be sure to wear your everyday bra, not a push-up or heavily padded style, as our wedding dresses use built-in bra cups that follow your natural shape. Keep the tape level and parallel to the floor, stand in a relaxed posture, and breathe normally to ensure accurate measurement.
3. Under Bust
Wrap the measuring tape around your torso, directly beneath your bust, at the base of your breasts. This is the same area where the band of your bra normally sits—not too high, not too low. Keep the tape snug against your skin, level and parallel to the floor, and ensure it’s lying flat all the way around. Stand naturally, breathe normally, and make sure the tape feels comfortable—not too tight, not too loose.
Tip: If you're unsure of the exact spot, use the position of your everyday bra band as a reference point.
4. Waist
Wrap the measuring tape around your natural waist, which is usually the narrowest part of your torso—just below your ribcage and above your belly button.
Don’t pull the tape too tight; it should feel comfortably snug, not loose, but also not restrictive.
Keep in mind:
- If you measure too tightly, the dress may feel uncomfortable when sitting down, and it could emphasize the lower belly area.
- If you measure too loosely, the dress might feel slightly big at the waist—but that’s easier to fix with a simple alteration.
Tip: Aim for a natural, comfortable fit. Different dress styles require different degrees of snugness, but it’s always safer to measure at a relaxed fit. Adjustments can be made later if needed.
5. Hips
Stand straight with your feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks. Make sure the tape stays level and parallel to the floor, and keep your body relaxed, breathing naturally. It's best to measure in front of a mirror to check the tape placement, and even better if someone can assist you to ensure accuracy.
Fabric tip:
If your wedding dress is made from lightweight or stretchy materials (like lace or soft satin), it's okay to pull the tape a little snug—about 1 cm tighter is fine—since the fabric will allow for movement.
However, if your dress is made from heavier or non-stretch materials (like mikado, duchess satin, or silk taffeta), do not measure too tightly, as this may restrict comfort and movement when worn.
6. Height (Head to Floor)
Stand barefoot, with your body straight and relaxed, against a wall.
Measure from the top of your head all the way down to the tip of your big toe (not just the heel).
Why this matters:
This measurement helps us ensure that your dress length is long enough to cover the front of your shoes, especially when you walk or sit down.
If the length is only measured to your heel, your shoe tips may peek out, particularly with open or pointed-toe styles.
By measuring all the way to your toe tip, we can adjust the gown to drape more gracefully.
7. Heel Height
When you purchase your wedding shoes, the heel height is usually listed on the website or on the shoe box—simply let us know the height in centimeters as provided by the brand. If you haven’t bought your shoes yet, no problem! Just tell us the heel height you plan to wear.
※ Style B. Dresses With Straps but Sleeveless
Suitable for dresses with spaghetti straps, thick straps, or similar styles. In addition to Style A, please provide:
8. Shoulder to Nipple
Place one end of the measuring tape at the middle of your shoulder, roughly where the strap of your dress would sit. Let the tape fall down all the way to the nipple.
Not sure if you're measuring it right?
Feel free to send us a photo while you're measuring—this helps our team review the position and make any necessary adjustments based on what we see, ensuring better accuracy for your custom fit.
9. Shoulder Width
Measure from the outer edge of one shoulder to the outer edge of the other shoulder, across the back. Keep the measuring tape horizontal and level, and make sure you're measuring to the fullest edge of each shoulder, not stopping too early.
Tip: If you measure too narrowly, the shoulder width may end up too tight and feel uncomfortable when worn. It's okay to allow a slightly relaxed fit for this measurement to ensure better comfort and range of movement in the final dress.
10. Armhole
Wrap the measuring tape around your shoulder and underarm, forming a full loop that returns to the starting point—just like how a sleeve would wrap around your armhole. Keep your arm relaxed and naturally down at your side—this is very important for an accurate measurement. The tape should feel comfortably snug, allowing for movement, but not tight or restrictive. A good fit ensures both comfort and proper arm mobility in your dress.
※ Style C. Dresses with Sleeves
(Applicable for Long Sleeves, Puff Sleeves, Short Sleeves, etc.) In addition to measurements from Style A and B, please also provide:
11. Sleeve Length
With your arm relaxed and hanging naturally by your side, measure from the highest point of your shoulder down to the point where you’d like the sleeve to end.
For long sleeves, please measure at least to your wrist bone. If your sleeve design covers part of your hand, please add extra length in order to achieve the intended look.
For short sleeves, measure down to the mid-point of your upper arm, don’t worry—our team will make final adjustments based on your measurement and the specific sleeve design of your dress to ensure the best result.
12. Bicep
Measure around the fullest part of your upper arm, which is usually about 5 cm (2 inches) below the armpit. Keep your arm relaxed and naturally hanging by your side.
Make sure the tape sits snugly against your skin—not too tight, and not too loose.
For non-stretch fabrics like mikado or silk taffeta, we will add a little extra room during production to ensure you have enough space to move comfortably.
If the measurement is too tight, the sleeve may feel restrictive, and you might not be able to lift your arm easily.
Tip: If you're unsure whether you're measuring correctly, feel free to take a photo while measuring and send it to us. This helps us make more accurate adjustments when tailoring your gown.
13. Wrist
Measure around the narrowest part of your wrist, usually just above the wrist bone. Keep your arm relaxed and let the tape sit snugly against your skin—not too tight, not too loose. This measurement is especially important for long-sleeved gowns, ensuring the cuff fits comfortably without being restrictive.
Just like with the bicep, if you're unsure whether the measuring position is correct, feel free to send us a photo of how you're measuring it. This allows us to fine-tune the fit more accurately during production.
※ Style D. Dresses with Intricate Details
This section applies to dresses with high necklines, deep V-necks, low backs, asymmetrical designs, or other unique styles. Please provide these additional measurements:
14. Neck
Wrap a soft measuring tape around the base of your neck, where a high neckline or collar would naturally sit. Keep the tape snug but not tight—you should be able to fit one finger between the tape and your neck for comfort.
This measurement is important for high-neck designs or dresses with collar details.
If you're unsure about the exact placement, you're welcome to send us a photo during measurement, so we can help adjust accordingly.
15. Front Length (Collarbone to Waist)
Place the measuring tape at the center of your collarbone, directly below the hollow of your throat.
Measure straight down to the narrowest part of your waist.
Essential for accurate fit in designs with deep V-necks, high necklines, or special front cuts.
※ Send Us Photos for Accuracy!
We recommend all brides take photos while measuring and send them to us, especially if unsure about accuracy. If the tape is too tight, too loose, or positioned incorrectly, our production team can review your photos and adjust accordingly based on our expertise. This helps ensure your dress fits as perfectly as possible!