How To Measure for a Dress
At last! You've found THE ONE – the showstopping dress that's going to make you feel like a million bucks on your big night. Before you go any further, you need to determine your dress size measurements. Whether you're prepping for prom, homecoming, or any special event, finding that perfect dress is all about the fit. But if you've never purchased a formal dress before, you might be wondering how do you measure yourself for a dress.
Here at Peaches Boutique, we're excited to share our dress measuring guide, helping you confidently answer the all-important "What dress size am I?" question. With clear and simple steps, you'll be sizing like a pro in no time. Let's make sure your dress looks great and feels like it was made just for you!
Table of Contents
- Dress Measurements Guide
- Pro Tips and Considerations
- How to Zip a Dress
- How to Lace a Dress
- Video of how to Lace
- Frequently Asked Questions
Dress Measurements Guide
Getting accurate dress measurements is vital to finding a dress that fits you perfectly. With a few quick steps, you'll be ready to use a dress size chart like a pro:
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Stand Tall: Begin by standing up straight with your feet together. Keep your arms relaxed by your sides, and make sure you're wearing undergarments similar to what you'll have on with the dress.
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Bust Measurements: Slide a tape measure around your back and bring it up across the fullest part of your bust. Ensure the tape is level for an accurate bust measurement. Keep the tape comfortably snug, but not too tight.
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Waist Measurements: Find your natural waistline, usually about an inch above your belly button. This is where you naturally bend side to side. Wrap the tape measure around your waist, holding it level all the way around.
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Hip Measurements: Stand with your feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks. Make sure the tape is parallel to the floor for precise hip measurements.
Using Your Measurements
Once you have your bust, waist, and hip measurements, you're ready to tackle the dress size chart. Here's how to make those numbers work for you:
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Understanding the Dress Size Chart: Each designer has their own size guidelines, so it's important to match your measurements to the specific chart provided.
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Decoding Your Measurements: Line up your measurements with the bust-waist-hip numbers on the chart.
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When in Doubt, Size Up: If your measurements fall between two sizes, choose the larger one. It's easier to take a dress in than to let it out, ensuring you'll get the perfect fit with some minor alterations.
Pro Tips and Considerations
Measuring yourself for a dress is just the beginning of your fashion adventure. Here are a few extra tips to ensure your dress purchase process is smooth and stress-free:
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Dress for Success: If you plan to wear special undergarments with your dress, make sure to measure over them for the most accurate fit. This ensures that what you wear underneath contributes to the desired silhouette.
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Professional Help: For those tricky measurements or added reassurance, consider having a professional take your dress size measurements. It's a quick way to determine your dress size with precision.
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Embrace the Variation: Dress sizing can differ quite a bit across brands and designs. Don't stress about the number on the tag — focus on the fit and how fabulous you feel.
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Alterations: Remember, taking a dress in is easier than letting it out. If a size is slightly off, a skilled tailor can customize the dress to hug your curves just right.
How to Zip up Your Dress
First, make sure the dress is on and held in a position where you feel comfortable, then do the following:
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Move any hanger straps or strings out of the zipper's path.
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Attach the hook-n-eye first and start to zip (if the dress has one).
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Slowly pull up the zipper of the gown until you have it closed.
Most dresses have hidden zippers, and you might need an extra pair of hands to help you hold the dress together while you zip. If you're having a hard time zipping your dress, you can always rub a bar of soap or zipper wax on the teeth of the zipper to lubricate it.
How to Lace up Your Dress
When lacing up a dress, make sure the person's back is straight at all times. An easy way to do this is to have them place their hands on their hips. Then do the following:
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Add lace to the first top loops on each side of the dress.
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After adding the lace through the first loops, pull back and line the lace to make it even.
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Pull the lace through an open loop on the left side.
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Then pull lace through an open loop on the right side, skipping one hole.
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Continue lacing every other loop on each side.
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Lace through the remaining open loops on each side of the dress.
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Tighten the lace by pulling on each crossover piece.
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Create a bow.
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Tuck extra lace inside the dress.
For those who like their visuals, we've included the video below.
VIDEO: How to Lace up a Dress
Watch how a pro laces up the back of this prom-goer's dress.
Find Your Fit in the Perfect Dress From Peaches Boutique
FIND YOUR DREAM DRESSNow that you know how to measure yourself for a dress, you have everything you need to feel confident and excited as you explore the world of Peaches Boutique gowns. Happy shopping, and may your perfect-fitting dress lead to unforgettable memories!
FAQs: How to Measure Dress Size
Below, we've answered a few common questions on how to measure yourself for a dress. If you'd like more information, please contact us. We're always happy to help!