Sizing Tips
All designers have their own size charts, which are provided below. Do
not assume that you are your normal dress size. Gowns are
made-to-order, not custom-made, and sizes cannot be changed once the
order has been processed.
We highly recommend that you go to a trusted tailor/seamstress to get measured. However, if that is not possible, here are some tips to help you determine your size. If you are unsure of which size to order, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@shopjoielle.com for advice. Most women will still need alterations because every body is different and a tailor can fit the
dress perfectly to your unique shape and ensure that you look your
best.
How to Measure:
Bust: Wearing the undergarment that you plan to wear with the dress, measure under your arms, around the fullest part of your chest, keeping tape snug and level across your back. Do not use your bra/cup size.
Waist: Measure snugly around your natural waistline.
Hip: Stand with your feet together and measure snugly around the fullest part of your hips.
Hollow to Hem: Measure from hollow of front of neck down to where you want the hem of your dress to end.
Designer Size Charts
|
| Size |
XS |
S |
M |
L |
1X |
2X |
3X |
| 00 |
0 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
18W |
20W |
22W |
24W |
26W |
28W |
30W |
| Bust |
31 |
32 |
33 |
34 |
35 |
36 |
37 |
38.5 |
40 |
41.5 |
43.5 |
45.5 |
48.5 |
51.5 |
54.5 |
57.5 |
60.5 |
| Waist |
23 |
24 |
25 |
26 |
27 |
28 |
29 |
30.5 |
32 |
33.5 |
35.5 |
37.5 |
40.5 |
43.5 |
46.5 |
49.5 |
52.5 |
| Hip |
33 |
34 |
35 |
36 |
37 |
38 |
39 |
40.5 |
42 |
43.5 |
45.5 |
47.5 |
50.5 |
53.5 |
56.5 |
59.5 |
62.5 |
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Sizing Guide refers to your body measurements, NOT dress measurements.
- Dresses have approximately 1-1.5" inches of extra room on top of the size chart measurements to allow for ease of movement, EXCEPT for bust measurements of strapless dresses which are built according to the size chart to ensure a snug fit.
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR SIZE:
- Dessy Group sizes run similar but not exactly to street sizes. If there is a big discrepancy between your regular street size and the size determined by this chart, please email us your measurements and your usual size and we would be happy to assist in selecting the best size for you.
- If a body measurement falls between 2 sizes (ie. your waist is 27.5, which is in between size 6 and size 8), round up to the larger size. It is always easier to take in than let out.
- If your measurements vary greatly (i.e. bust 4, waist 10, hip 6), select 1 size down from the biggest size to bring the dress closer to the rest of your body (i.e. size 8). There is around 1" of fabric that can be let out from the side seams in addition to the 1.5” ease of movement.
- Extra length is suggested for anyone 5’8” or taller.Please check skirt length chart below to determine if you should choose this option.
STYLE-SPECIFIC TIPS:
- Strapless styles do not have ease of movement in bust. Assume actual bust measurement for sizing.
- Full skirted styles use bust and waist measurements only since the hip area is not fitted.
- Empire waist styles with flowing skirts have additional ease in waist and hip.
- Maternity styles use bust measurement only, and it is recommended to size up if you are later in your pregnancy when the dress will be worn.
| Natural Waist to Hem |
| Bridesmaid Full Length |
Approx. 43.5" |
| Bridesmaid Tea Length |
Approx. 28" |
| Bridesmaid Cocktail Length |
Approx. 23" |
| Twist Dress Cocktail Length |
Approx. 27.5" |
| Twist Dress Full Length |
Approx. 40" |
| Additional Options and Surcharges |
| Sizes 18W-28W |
+$30/dress |
| Extra length 5"(recommended for 5’ 8” or taller) |
+$10/dress |
|
|
| Size |
0 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
26 |
28 |
| Bust |
32 |
33 |
34 |
35 |
36 |
37.5 |
39 |
40.5 |
42 |
44 |
46.5 |
49 |
52 |
55 |
58 |
| Waist |
24 |
25 |
26 |
27 |
28 |
29.5 |
31 |
32.5 |
34 |
36 |
38.5 |
41 |
44 |
47 |
50 |
| Hip |
34.5 |
35.5 |
36.5 |
37.5 |
38.5 |
40 |
41.5 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49.5 |
52 |
55 |
58 |
61 |
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Sizing Guide refers to your body measurements, NOT dress measurements.
- Actual dress measurements are approximate larger by 1” in bust and 1.5" in waist and hip for ease of movement.
- There is around 1.5" of fabric that can be let out from the side seams in addition to the ease of movement.
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR SIZE:
- Extra length is suggested for anyone 5’8” or taller.
STYLE-SPECIFIC TIPS:
- Maternity styles use bust measurement only, and it is recommended to size up if you are later in your pregnancy when the dress will be worn. In order notes, please provide measurements for size verification, and include the measurement below your bust, where an empire waist would naturally sit.
| Natural Waist to Hem |
| Full Length |
Approx. 44" |
| Cocktail Length |
Approx. 22" |
| M600 Series Cocktail Length |
Approx. 24" |
| Additional Options and Surcharges |
| Sizes 18-28 |
+$15/dress |
| Extra length 5" |
+$15/dress |
|
|
| Size |
2 |
4 |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
26 |
28 |
| Bust |
34.5 |
35.5 |
36.5 |
38 |
39.5 |
41 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
50 |
53 |
56 |
59 |
62 |
| Waist |
27 |
28 |
29 |
30.5 |
32 |
33.5 |
35.5 |
37.5 |
39.5 |
42.5 |
45.5 |
48.5 |
51.5 |
54.5 |
| Hip |
36.5 |
37.5 |
38.5 |
40 |
41.5 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
52 |
55 |
58 |
61 |
64 |
| Hollow to Hem |
57.75 |
58 |
58.25 |
58.5 |
58.75 |
59 |
59.25 |
59.5 |
59.75 |
60 |
60.25 |
60.5 |
60.75 |
61 |
*Garments will have an ease in the bust, waist, and hip measurements.
| Additional Options and Surcharges |
| Sizes 22-28 |
+$30/dress |
| Extra Length |
Varies. Please contact us for a quote. |
|
|
FLOWER GIRL
| Size |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
| Chest |
19.5 |
21 |
22.5 |
23.5 |
24.5 |
25.5 |
26.5 |
28 |
29.5 |
31 |
| Waist |
18 |
19.5 |
21 |
22 |
23 |
24 |
25 |
26.5 |
28 |
29.5 |
| Waist to Hem |
23 |
24 |
25 |
26 |
27 |
29 |
30.5 |
32 |
33.5 |
35 |
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Sizing Guide refers to body measurements, NOT clothing measurements.
- Dress measurements are 0.5” inches larger to allow for ease of movement.
| Additional Options and Surcharges |
| Extra length 5" |
+$10/dress |
|
JUNIOR BRIDESMAID
| Size |
6JB |
8JB |
10JB |
12JB |
14JB |
| Chest |
26 |
27 |
28.5 |
30 |
31.5 |
| Waist |
24 |
25 |
26 |
27 |
28 |
| Hollow to Hem |
46 |
48 |
50 |
52 |
54 |
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Sizing Guide refers to body measurements, NOT clothing measurements.
- Dress measurements are 1-1.5” inches larger to allow for ease of movement, the only exception being the bust measurements on strapless dresses, which are approx. the same as the size chart to ensure a snug fit.
| Additional Options and Surcharges |
| Extra length 5" |
+$10/dress |
|
|
| Vest Size |
S |
M |
L |
XL |
2XL |
3XL |
4XL |
5XL |
| Equivalent Coat Size |
34 - 38 |
39 - 42 |
43 - 46 |
48 - 50 |
52 - 54 |
56 - 58 |
60 - 62 |
64 - 66 |
| Length (Shoulder to Point) |
25 |
25 3/8 |
25 7/8 |
27 |
28 5/8 |
28 3/4 |
29 |
29 1/4 |
| Waist |
40 |
43 |
45 |
50.5 |
55.5 |
59.5 |
63.5 |
67.5 |
| Chest |
41 |
44 |
47 |
51.5 |
56.5 |
60.5 |
64.5 |
68.5 |
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Extra Length is recommended for anyone 6'2" or taller.
| Additional Options and Surcharges |
| Sizes 4XL-5XL |
+$10/vest |
| Extra length 1.5" |
+$10/vest |
|
