Fit
Size Guide
Measure once, order with confidence. Bridal sizing runs small — read the tips below before you pick.
How to measure yourself
Grab a soft measuring tape and measure over your undergarments. Keep the tape snug but not tight.
- Bust: Around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape level across your back.
- Waist: Around your natural waistline — the narrowest point, usually just above the belly button.
- Hips: Around the fullest part of your hips.
- Hollow to hem (gowns): From the hollow at the base of your neck straight down to where you want the hem, while wearing the shoes you plan to wear.
Between sizes? We recommend sizing up — it's far easier for a tailor to take in than to let out.
Women's size chart (inches)
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS (0–2) | 32–33 | 24–25 | 34–35 |
| S (4–6) | 34–35 | 26–27 | 36–37 |
| M (8–10) | 36–37 | 28–29 | 38–39 |
| L (12–14) | 38–40 | 30–32 | 40–42 |
| XL (16–18) | 41–43 | 33–35 | 43–45 |
| 2X (20–22) | 44–46 | 36–38 | 46–48 |
| 3X (24–26) | 47–49 | 39–41 | 49–51 |
Bridal-specific tips
- Bridal sizing runs small. Don't be alarmed if your wedding dress size is 1–2 sizes larger than your everyday clothes. The number on the tag doesn't matter — the fit does.
- Consider alterations. Most gowns benefit from minor tailoring. Budget a little extra and book a local tailor 4–6 weeks before the wedding.
- Modest options: Many of our gowns and bridesmaid styles work beautifully with higher necklines and longer sleeves. Email us a photo of what you have in mind and we'll suggest matches.
Still unsure?
Email your measurements to hello@theweddingwonders.com and we'll recommend a size before you order. Free, fast, and it beats guessing.
Need to swap a size after ordering? See our Returns & exchanges.