Meritline.com Wedding Gown     Style & Length What's Train Color Chart Size Chart How To Measure Shipping & Returns   The below is just a guide. We recommend that whenever possible you get a qualified seamstress to measure your dress size. Always get someone else to make the measurements for you: measuring yourself will give inaccurate numbers and could lead to disappointment. Measure with undergarments similar to those you will wear with your dress; do not measure over other clothing. For Standard Dresses Bust Not bra size!Take the tape around your back and bring it across the fullest part of your bust. Your arms should be relaxed,down at your sides.You must wear a bra when takng this measurement. Waist This is the smallest part of your waist.Typically it's an inch or so above your belly button.Also know as the natural waistline. Hips This is the widest part of your hips,across the hipbone.Measurement is taken approximately 7 inches below the natural waistine. This measurement is not needed for full gowns. Hollow to Hem Not bra size!Take the tape around your back and bring it across the fullest part of your bust. Your arms should be relaxed,down at your sides.You must wear a bra when takng this measurement.