Model is wearing a size XS and is 5'9.
THIS NEW VERSION OF OUR BESTSELLING PLAY DRESS HAS AN UPDATED FIT AND FABRIC. IF YOU OWNED THE ORIGINAL, PLEASE DO NOT USE THE SAME SIZE YOU ORDERED THEN AS A GUIDE AS THIS VERSION IS SLIMMER IN STYLE.
PLEASE SEE NEW SIZE/LENGTH CHART BELOW THE FIT DESCRIPTION.
-This playful frock has a straight fit, with a hint of flair. The PLAY features pockets at the front and a drop ruffle hem for some extra 'frill'. 3/4 fitted sleeves in this new version are set-in (think defined armhole) which is a more structured than the drop sleeve style we used on the original version. Back zipper at the neckline for ease of entry.
Based on customer try-ons prior to the release of this new version, many stuck to their true size for a straighter fit. those that were larger in the hips/rear area felt that he next size up gave them more wiggle room.
Bear in mind that this fabric does not have stretch. Opt for the size on the chart that is closest to what you are from the waist down for the intended 'straight' fit of this look. (For example, if you are size 6 at top but wear size 8/10 at the bottom, try the MEDIUM). If size is prefaced by 'SMALL', you are narrower on the bottom.
For a slightly looser fit, go up one size.
SIZE GUIDE
XS- 0/2/small4
S- 4/6/small8
M- 8/10
L- 10/small12
XL- 12/14
LENGTH/WIDTH GUIDE: Approximate lengths from shoulder to front hem at its shortest point. All measurements are taken when dress is on a flat surface. Approximate chest/hips measurements are measured across. Double for complete circumference.
GUIDE TO FINDING YOUR MEASUREMENTS:
LENGTHS- Place a measuring tape at the center point of one of your shoulders (Also known as HPS- High Point Shoulder). The '0' (zero) on the tape should be your starting point. Drop the tape and let it hang. It helps to look in a full length mirror to determine the length that suits you (If you prefer above, on or below the knee). For reference, average lengths (depending on your height) fall between 37-41inches on size XS. Since everyone's torso/leg lengths are different (even if two people are the same height), coverage length can never be exact. For all styles, we list the approximate lengths of our dresses measured from HPS. Please check the lengths to see if they work for you.
WIDTHS: Chest- Position the '0' (zero) of the measuring tape underneath one armpit aligning it as much as possible with the center part of your bust. Wrap around the circumference of your chest area until the tape matches point zero from the backside. Keep in mind that knits (stretchy styles) can accommodate widths that are broader than the listed dimensions due to fabric forgiveness, while wovens (fabric with minimal or no stretch) will only 'give' to a certain point. Usually, patterns are adjusted to work for sizing when the fabric is woven.
Hips- Repeat steps for measuring Chest, but start at the widest point of hips.
Arms- Repeat steps for measuring Chest, but start under armpit and measure around biceps.
XS
LENGTH: 41 inches
SLEEVE LENGTH: 15 inches
CHEST: 18 inches
HIPS: 19.5 inches
SMALL
LENGTH: 41.5 inches
SLEEVE LENGTH: 15 inches
CHEST: 19 inches
HIPS: 20.5 inches
MEDIUM
LENGTH: 42.5 inches
SLEEVE LENGTH: 16 inches
CHEST: 20 inches
HIPS: 22 inches
LARGE
LENGTH: 43 inches
SLEEVE LENGTH: 16.5 inches
CHEST: 21 inches
HIPS: 22.5 inches
X- LARGE
LENGTH: 43.5 inches
SLEEVE LENGTH: 17 inches
CHEST: 21.5 inches
HIPS: 23 inches