Size Guide for Kaftans & Wedding Dresses
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OUR KAFTANS
Our kaftans are chosen in two simple steps:
1. The length, based on your height: 1.55–1.65 m or 1.65–1.75 m.
2. The width, based on your usual size: XS/S (FR 36–38) or M/L (FR 40–42).
The fluid cut, shaped by the belt, flatters most silhouettes. Between two sizes, choose the larger one.
OUR READY-TO-WEAR
Our ready-to-wear follows standard French sizing, in two formats: XS-S and M-L. Find all international conversions below.
International size chart
| FR | EU | US | UK | IT | SELHYAN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 34 | 2 | 6 | 38 | XS/S |
| 38 | 36 | 4 | 8 | 40 | XS/S |
| 40 | 38 | 6 | 10 | 42 | M/L |
| 42 | 40 | 8 | 12 | 44 | M/L |
| 44 | 42 | 10 | 14 | 46 | L/XL |
| 46 | 44 | 12 | 16 | 48 | L/XL |
Between two sizes, choose the larger one.
How to measure
Use a soft tape measure, over light clothing, standing naturally. Keep the tape level and close to the body, without pulling.
Around the fullest part of the bust, keeping the tape horizontal.
At the natural waistline, the narrowest part of the torso.
Around the widest part of the hips, feet together.
Barefoot, from the top of the head to the floor. It guides the length of your kaftan.
Kaftans
Our kaftans and ready-to-wear pieces come in our established sizes: simply follow the chart above. Their fluid cut and belt allow a graceful, forgiving fit.
SELHYAN Bridal
Each bridal gown is created to your own measurements. The details below allow us to shape a gown that follows your silhouette with precision.
Why take your measurements?
At Selhyan, each dress is designed to perfectly fit your figure.
Whether you're ordering a custom creation or a piece from our collection, it's essential to provide us with accurate measurements to ensure a stylish and comfortable fit.
We recommend taking your measurements in your underwear or tight-fitting clothing, using a soft tape measure, and if possible with the help of another person. Take your measurements while standing, naturally, without arching your back or holding your breath.
REQUIRED MEASURES:
- Upper chest circumference
- Chest size
- Underbust circumference
- Distance between the nipples
- Waist size
- Hip size
- Hollow to floor length (from the hollow between the collarbones to the floor)
- Expected heel height
- Shoulder width (measured across the back)
- Shoulder to chest (front – from top of shoulder to tip of breast)
- Shoulder to waist (front – from top of shoulder to waist)
- Total height (head to toe)
If your dress has sleeves, please also add:
13. Bicep circumference
14. Wrist circumference
15. Armhole measurement
16. Arm length (from shoulder to wrist)
Depending on your dress style, other specific measurements may be required. Please feel free to provide us with any additional information that may be helpful to ensure a perfect fit.
To help you, you can refer to our measurement guide, which features a numbered silhouette indicating the areas to measure. This will help you verify that each measurement is taken in the correct spot.
If you have any doubts or questions, our team is here to assist you.
Feel free to email us at contact@selhyan.com or use the contact form on our website.
Our showroom
Should you prefer to be accompanied, our Paris showroom welcomes you by appointment.
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