Dress Size Calculator
Translate your body measurements into a starting dress size, see how your top and bottom sizes compare, and get styling recommendations.
Recommended Size
10 / M-L
Top vs. Bottom
Top: 10 / M-L
Bottom: 10 / M-L
Fit Notes
Use this as a starting point; always consult the brand’s size chart.
How to Use This Calculator
Measure accurately
Use a soft tape measure and stand straight. Record bust, waist, and hip circumference in inches.
Enter your measurements
Round to the nearest 0.5". You can convert centimeters to inches by dividing by 2.54.
Review the suggestions
The calculator highlights size differences between top and bottom so you can adjust patterns or select flexible styles.
Formula
Recommended Size = closest match in size chart for bust, waist, and hip
Each measurement is compared to the size chart; the size appearing most often is chosen as the recommendation.
Example: Bust 37", Waist 29", Hip 39" → Chart matches a size 10 top and size 10 bottom → recommended 10 / M-L.
About the Dress Size Calculator
Dress size charts vary, but most follow similar bust/waist/hip increments. This calculator interprets your measurements using a standard US chart so you know where to start when shopping or sewing.
When to Use This Calculator
- Online orders: Determine which size to add to your cart before purchasing.
- Custom sewing: Select pattern size and adjust for your measurements.
- Weight changes: Track how your measurements translate into different sizes.
- Fashion stylists: Quickly recommend sizes for clients based on body measurements.
Why Use Our Calculator?
- ✅ Measurement-driven: Avoid guesswork from clothing size numbers.
- ✅ Highlights size differences: Top vs. bottom recommendations for mixed sizing.
- ✅ Friendly guidance: Get notes on styles and adjustments.
- ✅ Mobile ready: Perfect for fitting room or client consultations.
Common Applications
Retail associates: Guide customers to the correct size rack.
Bridal fittings: Compare off-the-rack sizes prior to alterations.
Pattern grading: Grade patterns up or down from a base size using your measurements.
Tips for Best Results
- Measure while wearing supportive undergarments you plan to wear with dresses.
- If between sizes, consider the garment’s ease and fabric stretch.
- Check brand-specific charts—vanity sizing can differ by label.
- Use belts, darts, or tailoring to adjust for larger differences between bust and hip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do brands have different sizes?
Each brand uses its own block patterns. Use this calculation as a starting point, then check specific brand charts.
What if my bust is much larger than my hips?
Choose the size that fits your largest measurement (often bust) and tailor the other areas, or pick mix-and-match separates.
Can I input centimeters?
Currently the inputs expect inches. Convert centimeters to inches by dividing by 2.54, or adjust the calculator to accept centimeters.
Do I need ease?
Dresses usually include ease in the pattern. Measure your body snugly; the calculator’s recommendations align with standard finished garment ease.