What size should I order?

Most people find that our sizing runs generously.  If you are undecided with which size to order, it is best to order the smaller size, or give us a call to assist you.  You may also email us at sales@recollections.biz with your measurements (bust and waist) and we can help you choose the nearest size.

An exception to the generous sizing is the type of ball gown that requires boning in the bodice and that supports a heavy skirt.  Many times this style is also "off-the-shoulder" and requires a firm fit to stay up. These styles tend to not run as generously as most of our other garments because of this.  But please, give us a call if you are uncertain.

In most cases you should take your bust and waist measurement to determine your size.  Please wear the undergarments that you intend to wear when you do your measuring.   For example, take your measurement over the type of brassiere or corset that you may be wearing. 

Measure the fullest part of your bust around and the smallest part of your waist. 

There is an area on our website when you are ready to order that allows you to enter in comments in regards to sizing, or any other concerns you may have.  For instance, if you are ordering a two-piece set, and you need different top and bottom sizes, you can let us know by keying your request in the notes section.

Special Sizing Requests

We do understand that some of you have special sizing requests.  We can accommodate changes in sleeve, skirt, and torso lengths.  There are fees for this, as described below, and the change in sizing makes the garment not-returnable and not-exchangeable. 

REQUESTS FOR CHANGES MUST BE MADE AT THE TIME OF THE INITIAL ORDER.  The requests can be made to us via telephone, email, FAX, or through the website.

Sleeve length

We can make your sleeve length longer or shorter for an additional fee of $15.  If you are ordering on the website, this can be done by clicking on this link to the product "sleeve" :

http://recollections.biz/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=R&Product_Code=Sleeve&Category_Code=

Skirt Length

We can make your skirt length longer or shorter for an additional fee of $20.  If you are ordering on the website, this can be done by clicking on this link to the product "skirt" :

http://recollections.biz/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=R&Product_Code=Skirt&Category_Code=

Torso Length

We can make the torso length longer or shorter for an additional fee of $75.00.  Changes in the length of dresses, fitted blouses, or jackets require extensive patternmaking changes.     If you are ordering on the website, this can be done by clicking on this link to the product "torso":

http://recollections.biz/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=R&Product_Code=Torso&Category_Code=

Please allow us extra time in processing your order if you choose to have the sizing altered.  Thank you!