Getting the right fit when ordering online comes down to a few accurate measurements rather than guesswork based on a regular clothing size. This guide walks through the standard size chart, how to measure yourself correctly at home, and what to do when your measurements fall between two sizes.
Standard Size Chart With Measurements
For women's suits, size Small typically corresponds to a bust measurement of around 34 to 35 inches, a waist of 28 to 29 inches, and hips of 37 to 38 inches. Size Medium moves up to a bust of 36 to 37 inches, a waist of 30 to 31 inches, and hips of 39 to 40 inches. Size Large covers a bust of 38 to 39 inches, a waist of 32 to 33 inches, and hips of 41 to 42 inches, while size Extra Large extends to a bust of 40 to 41 inches, a waist of 34 to 35 inches, and hips of 43 to 44 inches. For girls' suits, sizing is generally based on age and height rather than bust or waist alone, with a size meant for ages 8 to 10 typically fitting a height range of around 4 feet to 4 feet 6 inches, and a size for ages 11 to 13 fitting a height range of roughly 4 feet 7 inches to 5 feet. These figures serve as a general reference, and it's worth checking the specific size note on each product page, since fit can vary slightly between fabric types and cuts across different collections.
How to Measure Yourself at Home
Getting an accurate measurement at home starts with using a flexible measuring tape rather than a stiff one, and taking measurements over the undergarments you'd normally wear rather than over bulky clothing. For the bust, wrap the tape around the fullest part of the chest, keeping it parallel to the ground and snug but not tight enough to compress the area. The waist measurement should be taken at the narrowest point of the torso, usually just above the belly button, while standing naturally rather than pulling the stomach in artificially. Hip measurement is taken around the fullest part of the hips and seat, again keeping the tape level all the way around rather than angled. It helps to have a second person assist with these measurements where possible, since it's difficult to keep the tape perfectly level while measuring your own back. Recording all three measurements together, rather than relying on memory of a single number, gives a fuller picture when comparing against the size chart, since a single measurement in isolation can be misleading if your proportions don't match the chart's assumed ratio between bust, waist, and hip.
Reading Product Page Size Notes Correctly
Each product page includes a size note specific to that particular style, and this note should generally take priority over the general size chart, since cut and fabric can shift how a specific piece fits compared to the standard reference. A note indicating a piece "runs small" or "fits true to size" is describing how that specific garment compares to the standard chart, not replacing the chart itself, so it's worth reading both together rather than relying on just one. Fabric type also affects how a size note should be interpreted; a stretch or jersey fabric piece marked as fitting true to size will generally feel more forgiving than a stiff, structured fabric marked the same way, since the latter has less natural give around the body. It's also worth checking whether a size note refers to the overall garment or a specific measurement point, such as shoulder width or sleeve length, since some pieces may fit well through the body but run short or long in a specific area that the general chart doesn't capture. When a size note conflicts with your own measurements against the standard chart, following the specific product note is usually the safer choice, since it reflects how that particular fabric and cut behaves in practice.
What to Do If You're Between Sizes
Falling between two sizes on the chart is common, and the right choice generally depends on the fabric and cut of the specific piece rather than a single universal rule. For structured, non-stretch fabrics, sizing up is usually the safer choice, since a slightly looser fit is more comfortable and easier to adjust than a garment that's genuinely too tight through the shoulders or waist. For pieces in fabrics with some natural stretch, sizing down can work better if you prefer a more fitted silhouette, since the fabric's give accommodates the difference between the two sizes without feeling restrictive. It's also worth considering the specific measurement where the "between" falls; if your bust matches one size but your waist matches the size below, choosing based on the bust measurement is generally safer since the waist can be more easily adjusted with a tailor afterward compared to a bust or shoulder area that's too tight. If you're still unsure after considering both fabric type and which measurement is driving the ambiguity, reaching out through the site's customer support before ordering is worth the extra step, since it avoids the back-and-forth of an exchange after the fact. You can explore all the collection and categories at Amna Khadija Pret
FAQs
What size should I order if I'm between two sizes?
For structured or non-stretch fabrics, size up for comfort; for fabrics with stretch, sizing down can work if you prefer a more fitted look.
How accurate is the standard size chart across all products?
The standard chart is a general reference, but individual product pages may include specific size notes that should be prioritized since cut and fabric can shift the actual fit.
Do I need help measuring myself accurately?
It's recommended, since it's difficult to keep the measuring tape level around your own back, and an accurate bust, waist, and hip measurement gives a more reliable size match.
Is girls' sizing based on age or measurements?
Girls' suits are typically sized by age and height range rather than bust or waist, so checking the height range for each size is the most reliable approach.
