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How do you measure hollow to floor?

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How do you measure hollow to floor?

The hollow to floor measurement is measured from the hollow of the neck, which is the dip between your collarbones, all the way to the floor with your bare feet together, standing straight.

What does it mean hollow to hem measurement?

Hollow-to-Hem Measurement (Length) Your hollow-to-hem measurement is determined by measuring from the center of your collarbone (hollow) to the bottom (hem) of your dress. We highly recommend that you have a formal wear professional perform this measurement.

What is hollow size?

Hollow to hem is the length from the depression or indentation at the base of the front of your neck to the edge of the hem on the skirt of the dress. You will often hear “hollow to hem” as a key measurement for dresses that are custom made, especially wedding gowns.

What’s the hollow to floor dress measurement?

For example, if you are a size A10 and you plan to wear a floor length style (like the Blake), the Hollow to Hem for your dress would be 60 inches. You could measure from your hollow (the soft spot between your collarbones) down 60 inches to see how long the dress would be on you.

How do you measure hollow to hem front?

Hollow to Hem — *Not required for Prom or Bridesmaid dresses* The hollow-to-hem measurement is taken from the hollow at the base of the front neck just above your collarbone to the hem of the skirt. This measurement needs to be taken wearing the exact heel height you will be wearing with your dress.

How do you take your measurements?

How to Take Your Measurements

  1. Shoulder Width: Measure across the back from the corner of one shoulder to the corner of the other shoulder.
  2. Bust: Measure around the fullest part of the bust.
  3. Waist: Measure the smallest part of the waist.
  4. Hip:
  5. Sleeve:
  6. Center Front Length:

How is hem size measured?

The Shoulder to Hem measurement measures the total length of the garment from the shoulder down to the hem. This vertical measurement should be taken from the top of the shoulder (where the shoulder seam of a regular shirt would be) down to the hem of that particular design, which could be the knee, ankle, floor, etc.

How do you measure hollow to Hem front?

What is the hollow to floor measurement used for?

Hollow to Hem is a measurement we use for our Standard Sizes (A0-A30) in order to let our brides and bridesmaids know how long their dresses will be prior to ordering. This measurement is NOT used for Custom Sizing. You can find the Hollow to Hem measurements listed on each dress page as well as on our Size Chart page.

What measurements do you need for a dress?

These six measurements are the key reference points that most sewing pattern company size charts have – download a copy here for later reference.

  • NECK AND BUST. To measure your neck, pull the tape around the middle, coming from the back to the front.
  • WAIST AND HIPS.
  • FRONT WAIST LENGTH.
  • BACK WAIST LENGTH.
  • SHOULDER.
  • ARM LENGTH.