Alright, so today I’m gonna share my experience figuring out the Ann Taylor LOFT dress size chart. It was a whole thing, lemme tell ya.
First off, I needed a dress for my cousin’s wedding. Found a cute one online at LOFT, but their sizing always throws me for a loop. Like, am I a 6? An 8? Depends on the day and the brand, ya know?
So, I started digging around their website. Tried to find a size chart. It was kinda buried, not gonna lie. Finally, I found it – a general size chart. Looked at the bust, waist, and hip measurements. I grabbed my measuring tape (the flimsy one from IKEA, haha), and measured myself. Twice, just to be sure!
Okay, measurements in hand, I compared them to the chart. Seemed like I was hovering between a size 6 and 8. Ugh, the worst! I read some reviews of the dress – a few people said it ran a little small. That was my deciding factor.
I decided to size up to an 8. Figured it’s easier to take something in than try to squeeze into something too small. Placed the order, and then the waiting game began.
The dress arrived, I ripped open the package (carefully, of course, didn’t wanna damage it!), and tried it on. Okay, it fit… kinda. The bust was a little loose, but nothing a good bra couldn’t fix. The waist and hips were perfect. Thank goodness I sized up!
To get that perfect fit, I actually took it to my local tailor. She took in the bust a tiny bit, and now it fits like a glove. Worth every penny!
So, here’s the rundown of my Ann Taylor LOFT dress sizing adventure:
- Find the size chart: It’s on their website, usually in the product details or a general sizing guide section.
- Measure yourself: Bust, waist, hips. Do it twice!
- Compare your measurements: See where you fall on the chart.
- Read the reviews: See if people say it runs small, large, or true to size. This is crucial!
- When in doubt, size up: It’s easier to tailor something down than to try and stretch it out.
And remember, every body is different! Size charts are just a guide. Don’t be afraid to experiment and find what works best for you. And if all else fails, a good tailor is your best friend!
Hope this helps someone out there struggling with LOFT sizing. Good luck with your dress shopping!
My Final Thoughts
Honestly, LOFT’s sizing is still a bit of a mystery to me, but at least I managed to snag a wedding-appropriate dress that doesn’t make me feel like a stuffed sausage. And that, my friends, is a win!
