How to Measure for Custom Sizes
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Taking measurements is simple if you have a measuring tape handy. Just ensure the tape is placed accurately and avoid pulling it too tight.
Tips for Accurate Measurements:
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1. When using the measuring tape, gently wrap it around your bust or waist to find your true size, rather than measuring tightly. Pulling it too snug can lead to stays that are excessively tight and uncomfortable.
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2. Our design will adjust the measurements you provide to ensure the right hold and support from our stays. So, please share your exact measurements for a comfortable fit.
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3. Think about whether you’ll be wearing a bra with your stays; more details on this are provided below.
Ready? Great! Let’s get started!
To achieve an accurate fit for your custom stays, you will need 5-7 key measurements.
Please refer to the images below for visual guidance.
As you measure for your stays, consider whether you plan to wear a bra with them.
These stays have been noted for their supportiveness, allowing you to wear them comfortably without a bra.
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However, if you prefer to wear one, we recommend taking your measurements while wearing it.
If you intend to rely on the support from your stays, it's best to measure without your bra to ensure your measurements are precise, preventing any size discrepancies for your bust when creating your stays.
Measurements for Reversible Stays
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1. Bust (B) - the fullest part of your chest all the way around
2. Waist (W) - the placement just above your hips, all the way around.
3. Back (BA) - from the back of your neck at the base down to the waistline.
4. Underarms (U) - from the fold of your underarm, you’re measuring down to your waistline.
5. Bust to Waist (BW) - from the fullest part of your bust down to your waistline.
Extra measurements for Petal Stays
(see diagram below for measuring tape placement)
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6. Shoulder to Shoulder (SS) - edge of each shoulder across the back to the other shoulder
7. Across Back (AB) - Armhole edge to armhole edge across the middle of your upper back.
Another suggestion!
To make sure you're taking accurate measurements, wrap a string or tape around the narrowest part of your waist and use it as a reference for consistent measuring each time.
PLEASE NOTE:
When submitting your measurements through our website, kindly use the abbreviations in parentheses ( ) as shown above, so we can identify which measurement corresponds to each part.
