Wedding Dress Measurements

Length measurements are not from the dress neckline to hem but rather from the center collarbone hollow to the hem of the dress.

Wedding dress measurements. We highly recommend that you have a formal wear professional perform this measurement as it can be a bit tricky. They re accurate for a wedding dress or if you re in a two piece wedding dress with a separate top and skirt. Measurements for short gowns.

Avoiding wedding dress sizing stress. All hollow to hem measurements are for floor length gowns. This measurement refers to the length of the dress from the top of the neckline to where you want the hem of the dress to end.

To assure you get the dress that is the right size for your body and make your day comfortable enter your bust waist and hip size into the calculator along with the brand of dress you are interested in. Some stores will consider a medium to be a size 8 while others a size 10 12. As an average a medium is likely to be a around a size 10.

Most dresses come with a standard length measurement but some designers offer a custom hollow to hem. Wrap the measuring tape around your natural waist which is approximately 2 inches above your belly button. 30 bridal emmabridals us 888 858 3457 uk int 0330 1000 203.

Your tape measure should not touch the floor. Measure at the fullest part of your bottom and thighs. This is all dependent on retailers dress cut and shape so we d always recommend checking the store s own sizing chart or using a retailer with free returns.

Notes about length. Standard bridal hem should be approximately 0 5 3 4 off of the ground with your wedding day shoes on. Try to find someone who specializes in wedding attire who can get your measurements just right.