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Size Chart

Accurate measurements help us shape your gown to you.

Follow each instruction in centimetres and ask someone to help where possible.

Taking your measurements

  • Use a soft dressmaker’s tape and measure in centimetres.
  • Wear fitted clothing or the underwear you plan to wear with your gown.
  • Stand naturally. Do not pull the tape tight or add extra allowance.
  • Ask another person or a professional tailor to take the measurements.
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How to take your measurements

Ephemeris measurement diagram with numbered instructions on a statue figure
Match the numbered instructions to the diagram. Measurements 11 and 12 are height measurements.
1.

Above bust.

Measure all the way around your torso immediately above your bust.

2.

Bust.

Measure around the fullest part of the bust.

3.

Under bust.

Measure around your body directly under your bust, where your bra underwire sits.

4.

Waist.

Measure around the smallest part of your torso.

5.

Shoulder to waist front.

Measure from the top of the shoulder at the neck to the waist at the front, over the bust.

6.

Back waist length.

Measure from the most prominent bone at the base of the neck to the natural waistline.

7.

Waist to floor without heels.

Measure from the waist to the floor without heels.

8.

Bicep.

Measure around the fullest part of your arm.

9.

Sleeve length.

Measure from your shoulder to just past your wrist bone.

10.

Hips.

Measure around the fullest part of your hips.

11.

Height without heels.

Enter your height without heels.

12.

Heel height.

Enter the height of the heels you plan to wear with your gown.

Find your size

This chart is for Ready to Wear. Pick your category, then read it in centimetres or in inches. These are body measurements, not garment measurements.

Choose a garment category and measurement unit

Order by your largest measurement. Skirts are graded on the same sizes.

Dress size chart in centimetres
SizeBust (cm)Waist (cm)Hips (cm)
XXS80–8459–6388–92
XS84–8863–6792–96
S88–9267–7196–100
M92–9671–75100–104
L96–10075–79104–108
XL100–10479–83108–112
XXL104–10883–87112–116
3XL108–11287–91116–120
4XL112–11691–95120–124
5XL116–12095–99124–128
Dress size chart in inches
SizeBust (in)Waist (in)Hips (in)
XXS31.5–33.123.2–24.834.6–36.2
XS33.1–34.624.8–26.436.2–37.8
S34.6–36.226.4–28.037.8–39.4
M36.2–37.828.0–29.539.4–40.9
L37.8–39.429.5–31.140.9–42.5
XL39.4–40.931.1–32.742.5–44.1
XXL40.9–42.532.7–34.344.1–45.7
3XL42.5–44.134.3–35.845.7–47.2
4XL44.1–45.735.8–37.447.2–48.8
5XL45.7–47.237.4–39.048.8–50.4

Above 5XL, a graded chart stops describing real bodies: bust and waist often run larger while hips run smaller, so we list the bust only and confirm the rest from your measurements.

Extended dress sizes in centimetres
SizeBust (cm)
6XL120–124
7XL124–128
8XL128–132
Extended dress sizes in inches
SizeBust (in)
6XL47.2–48.8
7XL48.8–50.4
8XL50.4–52.0

For sizes 5XL to 11XL, email us before purchasing so we can confirm whether your chosen dress can be made in your size. Sizes 9XL to 11XL are confirmed after we see your measurements.

Sleeves are sized by your bicep. Send your sleeve length with your measurements and we will confirm the length with your size.

Sleeve size chart in centimetres
SizeBicep (cm)
XXS25.9
XS27.3
S28.7
M31.2
L33.7
XL35.1
XXL36.5
3XL37.9
4XL39.9
5XL41.6
Sleeve size chart in inches
SizeBicep (in)
XXS10.2
XS10.7
S11.3
M12.3
L13.3
XL13.8
XXL14.4
3XL14.9
4XL15.7
5XL16.4

Measure around the fullest part of your arm, and from your shoulder to just past your wrist bone for the length. Some sleeves come in grouped sizes, such as XS–L: find your bicep in the chart, then choose the group that contains that size.

Trousers are sized by your waist and hips.

Pants size chart in centimetres
SizeWaist (cm)Hips (cm)
XS63–6792–96
S67–7196–100
M71–75100–104
L75–79104–108
XL79–83108–112
Pants size chart in inches
SizeWaist (in)Hips (in)
XS24.8–26.436.2–37.8
S26.4–28.037.8–39.4
M28.0–29.539.4–40.9
L29.5–31.140.9–42.5
XL31.1–32.742.5–44.1

Larger sizes are pre-order only. Email us before purchasing so we can confirm your size.

Corsets are sized by your bust and waist.

Corset size chart in centimetres
SizeBust (cm)Waist (cm)
XS84–8863–67
S88–9267–71
M92–9671–75
L96–10075–79
XL100–10479–83
XXL104–10883–87
3XL108–11287–91
4XL112–11691–95
5XL116–12095–99
Corset size chart in inches
SizeBust (in)Waist (in)
XS33.1–34.624.8–26.4
S34.6–36.226.4–28.0
M36.2–37.828.0–29.5
L37.8–39.429.5–31.1
XL39.4–40.931.1–32.7
XXL40.9–42.532.7–34.3
3XL42.5–44.134.3–35.8
4XL44.1–45.735.8–37.4
5XL45.7–47.237.4–39.0

A corset pulls you in at the waist and eases as you wear it. Take the size that matches your measurements and let it do that work.

Chokers are sized by your neck. Measure at the base of your neck, at the height where the choker should sit. Sizes run in steps of 1 cm, and we also make them to measure.

Choker size chart in centimetres
SizeNeck (cm)
2929
3030
3131
3232
3333
3434
3535
3636
3737
3838
3939
4040
Choker size chart in inches
SizeNeck (in)
2911.4
3011.8
3112.2
3212.6
3313.0
3413.4
3513.8
3614.2
3714.6
3815.0
3915.4
4015.7

The finished band is cut slightly longer than your neck measurement so that it closes comfortably.

Some pieces come in grouped sizes, such as XS–L or XL–4XL. Find your size in the chart, then choose the group that contains it.

Woman wearing an ivory corseted Ephemeris gown

Measurements FAQ

Choosing your size for Pre-order

Choose the size closest to your measurements. After you order, we send you a link to fill in our measurements form.

Your dress will be made to your best size, plus your exact skirt length.

If you are between sizes, we will contact you and help you choose the size that suits your figure best.

Choosing your size for Ready to Wear

This is a from-the-rack purchase. Choose your size, or if you are between sizes, choose the one that accommodates your largest measurement.

Many designs use lacing or elastic and can hold a variation of about two sizes, depending on the design.

We cannot customise Ready to Wear dresses before dispatch. If you need a shorter hem or a closer fit, a local seamstress can shorten it.

Skirt length

Ready to Wear long gowns come with a standard skirt length of 120 cm (approximately 47 inches) from the waist.

For pre-order your length will be cut to you, from your waist to floor measurement and your heel height. Send both, and use the heels you plan to wear on the day.

When your dress is dispatched
Dispatch timeframes by order type
How you orderDispatch time starts fromDispatch timeframe
Ready to WearThe date we receive the measurements you send us after purchaseUp to 4 weeks. Earlier dispatch may be possible, depending on where your size is held.
Pre-orderThe date we receive and confirm your measurements3 months, unless we agree a different timeframe with you.
BespokeConfirmation of your final measurements and specificationApproximately 4 to 6 months, unless a different timeframe is agreed.

Bespoke

Contact us before ordering if your measurements fall outside the size chart, you need a different torso length, or you would like a substantial change to the design or the skirt shape. We can also discuss an individual design made for you. An individual skirt length is already included in every pre-order. Bespoke requests are assessed and quoted individually, and we confirm the price, the agreed specifications and the timeframe before proceeding.

If you expect your measurements to change, let us know before ordering so we can discuss when to take your final measurements and whether the timing will work for your wedding.

Rush

A rush fee of USD 250 applies to an accepted rush order. Rush availability depends on our tailors' capacity and must be confirmed by us before you order. We will confirm the revised dispatch timeframe. Delivery time remains additional. A rush order is not expedited carrier delivery and does not guarantee arrival by any particular date.

Need help choosing?

Email stylist@ephemerisbridal.com before ordering if you are unsure about sizing, length or timing.