Measurements and Sizes

When you fall in love with a top quality cabaret belly dance costume, perfect fit is essential.  It is standard practice to make alterations where necessary – and almost anything is possible.  Costumes can be shortened, lengthened, let out or taken in and the bra can be extended, padded or reduced.

THE FIT

We measure every skirt from hipline to ankle & each bra’s under bust circumference in centimetres. The bra is also given an approximate cup size.  This information is found in the description of each costume.  Do NOT rely on your dress and bra sizes when making your choice.

We suggest that you measure your leg carefully from hipline to ankle, and the circumference of your rib cage where your bra does up (in centimetres please).

Be aware that skirt length can be affected by the circumference of the hips.   A wider hip will result in a shorter skirt; a narrow hip will give the skirt a longer fall.

If you wish to purchase a costume that does not appear to match your measurements, do not despair!  Most costumes can be expertly altered to give a professional fit.  It is standard practice to pad or reduce bra tops, and if you are between an A and a D, most bra tops can be altered to fit.

To ensure your complete satisfaction, please make an appointment to visit our showroom for bespoke alterations with our seamstress.  If that is not convenient, you can mark the costume yourself with pins, and send it back to us.   Alterations usually cost between £30-£50.  In your absence we rely on your indications and if you require further alterations, this service will incur a separate charge.  If you use your own seamstress, we cannot be held responsible for the costume or alterations.

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