How to Measure Yourself for a Dress
To measure for a dress, take three numbers. Your bust, your waist, and your hips. Use a soft measuring tape, keep the tape level, and measure over light clothing. Compare the numbers to the size chart on each product page.
How to measure your bust
Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your bust. Keep the tape level across your back. Do not pull tight. Record the number in inches or centimeters.
How to measure your waist
Find the narrowest part of your waist, above the belly button. Wrap the tape around and leave one finger of room. Record the number.
How to measure your hips
Stand with your feet together. Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your hips. Keep the tape level. Record the number.
How to use your measurements
Compare all three numbers to the size chart. When two sizes split your measurements, order the larger size for comfort. For fitted styles, check the stretch of the fabric. Shop all dresses and read each size chart before you order.
Frequently asked questions
What do you need to measure for a dress?
Your bust, waist, and hips. Three numbers cover most dress styles.
Should you measure over clothes?
Measure over light clothing or bare skin. Thick layers add inches and skew the result.
What size do you order when between two sizes?
Order the larger size for comfort, or size down for stretch fabrics and fitted cuts.
Read the full dress size guide and more in the Buying Guides hub.
Vilmere Editorial Team.
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