Bill Levkoff size chartmeasure in inches
Note: The following measurements are BODY measurements. Garment measurements are 1.5" - 2" larger to allow "Room to breathe and move" EXCEPT in the case of strapless bodices. All measurements are in inches.
* OUR SIZE CHART REFLECTS A BODY MEASUREMENT NOT A DRESS MEASUREMENT. * OUR DRESSES HAVE 1-1.5 INCHES (2.5 - 4 CM) OF EASE BUILT INTO THE PATTERNS TO ALLOW FOR MOVEMENT. * THE BUST MEASUREMENT ON A STRAPLESS DRESS WILL BE APPROXIMATELY THE SAME AS THE BUST MEASUREMENT ON THE SIZE CHART. * PLEASEMAKE SURE TO HAVE YOUR MEASUREMENTS TAKEN BY AN EXPERIENCED SEAMSTRESS OR TAILOR. THEY MUST PULL THE TAPE SNUGLY AGAINST THE BODY TO ENSURE THE MOST ACCURATE MEASUREMENT. CONSUMERS SHOULD NOT MEASURE THEMSELVES! * EXTRA LENGTH IS SUGGESTED FOR ANYONE 5'7" AND TALLER.
instructions
Go to the designers size chart on our website and match your measurements to it. Most people do not fit the exact measurements for the size so you need to go with the best overall fit. It is always suggested to go with the largest measurement on the chart to match the size.
Example: If your measurements are 40" bust, 33.5" waist, and 40.5" hip, you would select a size 16 according to the above chart for this example designer. Most gown size 18 and up are considered "extra size" and may be subject to additional fees from the designer. Check when selecting the size before ordering. Finally, your height is necessary to see if you need "extra length". Extra length may be subject to additional fees from the designer. Most people above 5’8” will need extra length. The extra length is an extra 3” – 5” of more fabric to work with. You use what you need and the rest your seamstress hems off. You will need measure the point from the hollow of your neck to the hem length you desire. Do this with the shoes you will be wearing with your gown or dress for best results. A full length gown or dress should measure one inch off the floor in the front. A tea length dress is a short dress that fits just below the knee.
Example: If you measure 58" from hollow to hem and you are getting a full length gown, you will need a need a "Regular Full Length with Extra Length" for this example designers size chart. There is a charge for extra length and varies by designer. You are welcome to select any size and add extra length as you wish for your order. However, if you gown is too small, you will run into issues. Remember, when in doubt order larger as the dress can be altered down, but very rarely can a dress be altered to add more length or extra size. Wedding Gowns can take up to 24 months and Bridesmaid Dresses up to 16 weeks. Please note that bridal sizes do not match street sizes. The dress sizes are smaller, making you choose a larger size number for a proper fit. Try not to obsess over the size number since bridal sizing is a whole other world. Remember, alterations can easily take a dress down 2-3 sizes. No amount of alterations can add fabric to a dress that is too small. Special order formal gowns are not expected to fit “off the rack”. It is normal and expected that your gown will be a little roomy and you will need to have your gown altered to fit you perfectly. The extra room you may find in the dress is called "easement" and is designed for the seamstress to have room for proper alterations. We strongly suggest that you use a qualified seamstress to do your alterations. Do you homework and find someone who has worked with wedding gowns to work with your special dress. Bridesmaid dresses are not as complex, but you still want the most qualified person to work on it. Please note that we are not responsible for faulty alterations or damages to your dress once it is in the hands of a seamstress or tailor.
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