... and how long before my wedding should I measure the flower girl?

One of the concerns that mothers of flower girls, or even brides themselves, often face is the timing of measuring for the flower girl dress. The fear of ordering too soon and encountering fitting issues can be daunting. However, at our company, we have developed an effective system for measuring flower girls that includes a re-measure closer to the wedding day, ensuring a proper fit.

While it is true that children tend to experience growth spurts, often compared to the speed at which weeds grow, our years of experience have allowed us to identify a predictable growth pattern. These growth spurts typically occur during the summer months when children are fully engaged in play and enjoyment, taking a break from the rigors of the school year. Additionally, children in colder climates tend to have faster growth rates during the warmer months, while those in warmer climates show more consistent growth. Drawing from our extensive experience of measuring over a million children in the past 35+ years, we can confidently predict growth patterns with such accuracy that we guarantee the fit of our dresses.

To measure your flower girl, we recommend using a standard tape measure made of flexible plastic or cloth. The inch mark on the tape is usually the longest line, often accompanied by larger numbers. Depending on the tape, it may be divided into 1/16th or 1/32nd marks. When measuring for clothing, you can round to the nearest 1/4" mark. Generally, the quarter marks are slightly shorter than the 1/2" mark. For example, when measuring the waist, you would round up to the nearest 1/4" mark, which may result in a measurement like 19 1/2" for a child around 3 years old.

It is important to note that each clothing manufacturer, including those who produce their own clothing under their own label, typically has their own sizing chart. On our website, you can find our specific sizing chart for children's bespoke clothing by clicking on the accompanying image below.

By following our measurement guidelines and utilizing our extensive experience in predicting growth patterns, you can rest assured that your flower girl dress will fit perfectly. We understand the importance of a well-fitted dress in creating beautiful and memorable moments, and we are committed to ensuring the utmost satisfaction for both you and your little one.

 

We require 3 measurements, or as we describe, you are measuring a box. From the top of the head to the floor, a full standing height. It goes against logic that some manufacturers ask for a finished length - that is so arbitrary!! Finished to where, we often ask!? Just like in a doctor’s office, we suggest you place a pencil flat on their head after they line up against the wall with their heels against the wall. Make a small dot on the wall with the pencil. Then with the tape measure, drop the tape down to the floor holding the tool on the spot where the pencil is. Now, read the measurement at the floor line.

For boys, we want to measure the hips.

To do the waist and chest, use the visual cue line of their belly button and their nipple line. The tape should be parallel to the floor. Where the end meets, that is the measurement spot. The following two measurements are done the same way: when holding the tape, don't pull on it too tight nor make it loose but instead place it along the skin, have the child take a deep breath and then let it out and talk to you naturally... ask them about their day to have them relax enough so the measurement is accurate. This way their flower girl dress will fit perfectly. Don't exaggerate the measurement or give them room to grow because we will calculate that and if you give them growth room and we do too, the result will be too large. If the wedding is more than 4 months away, we will give you a remeasure date that will occur 10-12 weeks before the wedding. At that time, we wil make the flower girl dress and ship within a week or so of your remeasure date.

Questions? Call us and we are happy to walk you through the steps.