Special Occasion Clothing Boutique for Infants, Children & Juniors

Take measurements to compare to our size charts located with each item - the correct size chart is provided on each item's feature page based on that manufacturer's standards.   Do not simply order the size you choose in ready to wear from stores - sizes vary widely between manufacturers.

Suggestions for measuring:

Use a non-stretching measuring tape.

Measure over the underwear only - the unerwear intended to be worn under this garment.

Take measurements firmly, but do not indent.

Waist is approximately just above the top of the 'belly button'.

Compare actual measurements to the chart.

Children's sizes are for pre-puberty and do not accommodate a developing figure.  Once development has begun, select a size from the Jr. Miss/Misses dress selections.

Do not measure over your thumb or fingers - do not add "growth" or ease - the manufacturer adds this for you.

The width measurement that demands the largest size is the measurement that determines size.  If the child does not fit a specific size well, order the largest size dictated by any one measurement.

Alterations can be done locally at your discretion.  Some dresses can now be ordered with a special sizing option, which is cut-to-measure.

If the intended wearer is especially tall for the size determined by width on the size charts, consider selecting a dress that comes in formal length.  Some dresses are now available with added length.

 

LENGTH DEFINITIONS:    (length can vary by style, the wearer's proportions and even posture)

Tea Length is roughly mid-calf 
Waltz length is longer - closer to the upper ankle.  
Formal length is intended to graze the lower edge of the ankle.  
Floor length should just miss the floor - take this measurement in the shoes she will be wearing!.

Please do NOT ~

• Order the size you typically purchase in the store without taking measurements and comparing to the chart.
• Attempt to "fake out" measurements such as trying to fit a child larger than the largest size offered.
• Order a larger size or two to get a formal or floor length on a dress that comes tea length.  This usually does not work out satisfactorily, and we can do nothing about it if you are displeased
• If a girl is "budding" into puberty, she no longer belongs in children's sizing.  Please do not try to force a dress to fit a maturing figure - you will be disappointed and we cannot be held accountable for the fact that it will not hang properly. Instead, select a dress from the Jr. Miss/Misses categories.  

NOTE:  Plus sizing is for a wider, heavier girl - not for a blossoming young lady. 

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