How to Take Your Measurements for Your Wedding Dress: Step-by-Step Guide
Taking your measurements for a wedding dress is easy and quick! All you need is a tailor’s measuring tape and a few minutes of your time. It’s best if someone helps you with the measurements. If possible, taking measurements in a studio is the ideal option.
Follow our guide to ensure your dress fits perfectly:
Bust Size (Measure across the back and along the fullest part of your chest)
Measure from the side, seam to seam, over the fullest part of your ches
To measure under the bust
Measure under the bust side seam to side seam
Waist (Measured from the smallest part of your waist)
Hip size (measured across the widest part of your thighs and buttocks)
Measure below the buttocks
Measure from mid-breast to mid-breast
Measure from armpit to waist
Measure from waist to floor without shoes
Measure from armpit to armpit in front
Measure from armpit to armpit in the back
Measure from shoulder to shoulder on the back
Measure mid-shoulder to waist passing through mid-breast
To measure height, measure from head to the floor, without wearing shoes.
What is the height of your shoes for the event?
To measure arm hole size, measure around shoulder, through the armpit
Cup size
Measure to front cut out from middle of the neck
Measure from the middle of the neck to the top of the back of the shirt
Measure from mid-shoulder to back waist
Long sleeves (if any)
Biceps size
Wrist size
Measure from waist to mid-groin
Measure around the neck
Measure from neck to shoulder
Tip: Measure without pulling the tape too tight and maintain a natural posture. This will help your dress perfectly highlight your figure.
