Accurate home measurements are the fastest way to a dress that fits on the first dispatch. Every handmade piece at 3LATO is cut from numbers you submit, not a size label you guess in a changing room.
Use the sizing page or the template sent after a custom enquiry. Even drop pieces are tailored to your measurements before they leave the bench.
What tools do you need to measure at home?
A soft fabric tape measure, light clothing, a flat floor, and optionally a friend for back and hip readings. Stand straight, breathe normally, and record in the unit you prefer on the form.
How do you measure bust waist and hip correctly?
Bust at the fullest point with tape level under the arms. Waist at the narrowest point above the navel. Hips at the fullest part of the hip bones. Add height barefoot. The form also asks for low waist and seat for hem and fit balance.
Full field guidance matches sizing flow documentation in the storefront.
Which mistakes ruin home measurements?
Pulling the tape tight, measuring over bulky clothes, skipping low waist and seat, and assuming heel height without noting it in the brief. Numbers should reflect the body that will wear the dress, not the body you wish for in two months without saying so.
When should you re-measure before a commission?
One week before shipping, measurements are reconfirmed per the custom order FAQ. If your weight or fit preferences change during production, send updated numbers as soon as they shift so the pattern can adjust before the final cut.
Measure the body that will wear the dress on the trip, not the body on the mood board.
Next step: custom order with dates and references. Compare MTM vs RTW if you are new to the brand.
Birthday and formal posts assume the same sizing fields. One form serves every commission type.
Frequently asked
Do I need someone to help me measure? +
A friend, partner, or tailor helps for back and hip readings, but solo is possible with a mirror and patience.
Should I measure before or after weight change? +
Measure your current body. If you expect change before delivery, say so at enquiry and update before the pre-ship confirmation.
Can I use clothing size instead of measurements? +
No. Sizes vary by brand. The bench needs bust, waist, hip, height, and related fields from the sizing form.