Measuring Guide & Sizing Reference
Everything you need to take accurate measurements from the comfort of your home.Works for made-to-order and standard size orders.
How to measure (adults)
- Bust — Tape around the fullest part of bust, straight across back. Arms relaxed.
- Underbust — Directly under the bust, parallel to floor.
- Waist — Natural waist (bend to find crease).
- Hip — Around hip area, mid way between waist and bum.
- Bum — Around fullest part of bum/hip.
- Inside arm — Length from underarm to wrist (for sleeve length).
- Shoulder-to-waist — From shoulder to waistline (bend to find crease).
- Waist-to-floor (wearing shoes) — From waistline to floor.
- Shoulder-to-floor (wearing shoes) — From shoulder point to floor (Should equal shoulder-to-waist + Waist-to-floor).
Our Standard size reference (adults)
| UK Sample Size | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hip (in) | Bum (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XSMALL 4 | 31"-32" | 23"-24" | 31"-32" | 34"-35" |
| XSMALL 6 | 33"-34" | 25"-26" | 33"-34" | 36"-37" |
| SMALL 8 | 35"-36" | 27"-29" | 35"-36" | 38"-39" |
| SMALL 10 | 37"-38" | 29"-30" | 37"-38" | 40"-41" |
| MEDIUM 12 | 39"-40" | 31"-32" | 39"-40" | 42"-43" |
| MEDIUM 14 | 41"-42" | 33"-34" | 41"-42" | 44"-45" |
| LARGE 16 | 43"-44" | 35"-36" | 43"-44" | 46"-47" |
| LARGE 18 | 45"-46" | 37"-38" | 45"-46" | 48"-49" |
| XLARGE 20 | 47"-48" | 39"-40" | 47"-49" | 50"-52" |
| XXLARGE | 49"-50" | 41"-43" | 50"-53" | 53"-54" |
How to measure (children 2–9)
- Chest — Around the fullest part, tape parallel to the floor.
- Waist — Natural waist (bend to find the crease).
- Hip — Around the fullest part of the lower body.
- Shoulder-to-waist — From shoulder point to natural waist.
- Waist-to-hem — From waist to desired dress hem (barefoot unless you need length for shoes).
- Shoulder-to-hem — From shoulder point to hem (≈ shoulder-to-waist + waist-to-hem).
Our standard size reference (children 2–9)
| Age | Chest (in) | Waist (in) | Hip (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2–3 | 21.5″ | 20.5″ | 22.5″ |
| 3–4 | 22″ | 21″ | 23.5″ |
| 4–5 | 23″ | 21.5″ | 24″ |
| 5–6 | 23.5″ | 22″ | 24.5″ |
| 6–7 | 24.5″ | 22.5″ | 26″ |
| 7–8 | 25.5″ | 23″ | 27″ |
| 8–9 | 27″ | 23.5″ | 29″ |
Measurements & Fit – FAQ
1) When do measurements need to be submitted?
All orders and complete measurements must be submitted 22 weeks before the wedding date. We cannot begin production until every bridesmaid’s measurements for the order are confirmed.
2) Who is responsible for measurements?
You are. We provide clear guides and support, but final measurements and size selections are the client’s responsibility. Please measure carefully, follow our guide, and consider any likely changes before the wedding (weight change, pregnancy, surgery, training, medications, etc.) Or if you are being measured in our showroom by us please check the measurements we take to ensure you are happy with them.
3) Do your fabrics have stretch?
Yes. Our core fabrics are extremely forgiving with natural stretch, which allows a small tolerance for minor fluctuations. This is not a substitute for accurate measurements or later size changes.
4) What if I lose or gain weight after I submit measurements?
Bridesmaid by JB accepts no liability for fit issues resulting from weight loss, weight gain, or body composition changes after measurements are confirmed. Any alterations required as a result are chargeable and/or should be completed locally at your own cost.
Measurement & Fit Responsibility
We hand-make each gown to the measurements you provide. While our fabrics offer gentle stretch, Bridesmaid by JB is not liable for fit issues arising from weight change, heel changes, or inaccurate/late measurements after submission. Any alterations required as a result are chargeable.
Find your shoulder-to-floor length
Select barefoot height and heel height to generate a recommended shoulder-to-floor length.
Downloads & Helpful Links
Our showroom bridesmaid dress samples follow the sizing above and fit as follows
XS 6
S 8-10
M 12-14
L 16-18
XL 20
If you have tried on any of our designs previously and were happy with the specific fit of our standard sizing XS, S, M, L, XL you are very welcome to reference this sizing rather than take your body measurements and we will make your dress to our standard sizing and the length you need
For sizes XXS & XXL or any other measurements either smaller or larger than shown on the chart, we can make to any measurements and provide a custom quote upon confirmation of measurements needed.