Choosing Your Size
ChoosingIf you wish to order your dress form the sample collection in store, we will be able to assist you in selecting the correct size. When ordering your dress, online be sure to check the size of the sample gowns for sale. If your are ordering a gown online form our Range please following our sizing guide to ensure minimum alterations are required,
At the bottom of this sections is a guide Used for taking the measurements we require, there is a sizing chart provided from sizes 8-24
A lot of women are a split size, meaning your bust may be an 8, your waist a 10, but your hips a size 12. This is perfectly normal, and in this case we can discuss the best sizing option for you, which would normally be to order a size 12 and have the bust and waist taken in. For some styles we can offer a split sizing, so you can order the dress in a B 8, W 10 & H 12 at an additional charge.
For every order that is placed, we will be in touch soon to confirm your size along with the order. So if you have any concerns regarding the size we can discuss those with you then.
We need a minimum of 6 months to make each gown, though it is very common for brides to order up to 12 months in advance. But please note, that the production of your gown commences as soon as your order is confirmed, so no change of mind or any further customizations will incur additional costs.
If you have any questions or concerns before placing an order, please don’t hesitate to email us at HayleyShanahan@live.com.au
IMPORTANT NOTE: We appreciate that every woman has a unique body and shape, so the sizing guide will help you find the closest fit for you, though often some additional alterations may need to be done, so please allow time for this when ordering your gown.
For example, if your wedding is in 8 months, we would suggest ordering your gown right away, as it will take 6 months to be made and delivered to you, allowing 2 months before your wedding for any alterations that may need to be done prior to your big day.
Gown Length
Most brides will purchase their wedding gown before they find their perfect wedding shoe, which is absolutely fine. All of our gowns are made to a standard length of 158cm from the shoulder point to the ground, if you are on this measurement or taller you will need to ask for extra length, which can then be altered to the correct hem length by a professional seamstress.
It is best to remember that it is easy to take a gown length up, but not possible to make it longer.
How To Take Your Measurements
Bust - The bust measurement is taken across the fullest part of your bust
Waist - The waist measurement is taken at the smallest part of your torso.
Hips - The hip measurement is taken at the fullest part of your hip and buttocks, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor.
Waist to knee, This measurement is take from the waist to middle of the knee cap, so the measuring tape runs down somewhere between your centre front and side.
Length - This measurement is taken from your shoulder, just in from the shoulder tip and then straight down to the floor - so the measuring tape runs down somewhere between your centre front and side.
