{"id":16367,"date":"2025-12-04T22:59:44","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T06:59:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/?p=16367"},"modified":"2025-12-04T22:59:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T06:59:44","slug":"how-do-i-know-what-size-to-order-for-a-bridesmaid-dress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/how-do-i-know-what-size-to-order-for-a-bridesmaid-dress\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Know What Size to Order for a Bridesmaid Dress?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Measure your bust, waist, and hips in inches and compare to the brand’s size chart. Order the size that fits your largest measurement.<\/span><\/p>\n

If between sizes, order the larger size for easier alterations. <\/span>Bridesmaid dresses<\/span><\/a> run smaller than street clothing by 1\u20132 sizes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Order standard sizes unless you need custom sizing. Standard sizes can be altered and returned, while custom sizes cannot.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bridesmaid Dress Sizing Quick Reference Guide<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Measurement<\/b><\/td>\nHow to Measure<\/b><\/td>\nCommon Mistakes<\/b><\/td>\nBest Practice<\/b><\/td>\nTools Needed<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bust<\/span><\/td>\nAround fullest part<\/span><\/td>\nMeasuring over clothing<\/span><\/td>\nWear strapless bra<\/span><\/td>\nSoft tape measure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Waist<\/span><\/td>\nNatural waistline<\/span><\/td>\nMeasuring too tight<\/span><\/td>\nBreathe normally<\/span><\/td>\nSoft tape measure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hips<\/span><\/td>\nFullest part of hips<\/span><\/td>\nStanding unevenly<\/span><\/td>\nStand straight<\/span><\/td>\nSoft tape measure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hollow-to-hem<\/span><\/td>\nCollarbone to floor<\/span><\/td>\nNot wearing heels<\/span><\/td>\nWear wedding shoes<\/span><\/td>\nSoft tape measure<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Height<\/span><\/td>\nTop of head to floor<\/span><\/td>\nNo shoes<\/span><\/td>\nStand barefoot first<\/span><\/td>\nWall and tape<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

This table shows the five essential measurements for bridesmaid dresses. Take all measurements while standing straight in undergarments only.<\/span><\/p>\n

Understanding Bridesmaid Dress Sizing vs Street Sizing<\/b><\/h2>\n

Bridesmaid dress sizing differs significantly from regular clothing. Understanding this prevents ordering the wrong size.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Bridesmaid Sizes Run Smaller<\/b><\/h3>\n

Key Differences:<\/b><\/p>\n