Using a fabric tape measure, obtain body measurements as follows and compare to the size chart below.
BUST: Measure around your body at fullest part of bust, keeping tape under arms and fairly level front to back. Larger busted women will have a more accurate reading if bra is worn during measurement.
WAIST: Measure around your natural waistline holding the tape comfortably loose.
HIPS: Stand with heels together. Measure around hips at fullest part (approx. 9″ below waist).
Tips for getting the correct size are at the bottom of this page:
| SHADOWLINE |
| (Measurements are in inches) |
SMALL |
MED |
LARGE |
EXTRA SIZES |
| Bust (not bra size) |
35½ |
36½ |
38 |
39½ |
42 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
51 |
53 |
| Waist |
25 |
26 |
28 |
30 |
32 |
34½ |
36½ |
38½ |
40½ |
42½ |
44½ |
| Hip |
35 |
37 |
39 |
41½ |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
51 |
53 |
55 |
| Alpha-Sized (except panties) |
XS |
S |
S |
M |
L |
L |
XL-1X |
2X |
2X |
3X |
3X |
| Numeric-Sized (except panties) |
|
32 |
34 |
36 |
38 |
40 |
42 |
44 |
46 |
48 |
50 |
| Numeric-Sized Panties |
4 |
5 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
7 |
8 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
11 |
| Alpha-Sized Panties |
S |
S |
S |
M |
L |
L |
XL-1X |
2X |
2X |
3X |
3X |
| Comparable Dress Sizes |
8 |
10 |
10 |
12-14 |
16-18 |
16-18 |
20 |
22 |
22 |
24 |
24 |
| VELROSE |
| (Measurements are in inches) |
Small |
Med |
Large |
Extra Sizes |
| Bust (not bra size) |
35½ |
36½ |
38 |
39½ |
42 |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
51 |
53 |
55 |
57 |
59 |
| Waist |
25 |
26 |
28 |
30 |
32 |
34½ |
36½ |
38½ |
40½ |
42½ |
44½ |
46.5 |
48.5 |
50.5 |
| Hip |
35 |
37 |
39 |
41½ |
43 |
45 |
47 |
49 |
51 |
53 |
55 |
57 |
59 |
61 |
| Alpha-Sized Garments |
XS |
S |
S |
M |
L |
L |
XL-1X |
2X |
2X |
3X |
3X |
4X |
4X |
5X |
| Numeric-Sized Garments |
|
32 |
34 |
36 |
38 |
40 |
42 |
44 |
46 |
48 |
50 |
52 |
54 |
56 |
| Comparable Dress Sizes |
8 |
10 |
10 |
12-14 |
16-18 |
16-18 |
20 |
22 |
22 |
24 |
24 |
26 |
26 |
28 |
Additional sizing tips:
- Bust measurements are more important for full slips, camisoles and garments with loose, flowing bottoms such as nightgowns or sleepshirts.
- Hip measurements are more important for garments with closer fitting bottoms like slips, pajamas and panties.
- If one of your measurements falls in a larger size or you prefer very loose garments, you may be more comfortable in selecting a larger size.
- Shadowline sizes garments for generous comfort. If you prefer your clothing form fitting, you may want to order a smaller size.
- Slip lengths (full and half slips) are measured from the waist down – nightgowns and sleepshirts are measured from the shoulder down.
- Bra size is NOT the same thing as bust size. Generally, you can convert by adding bra band size (i.e., 34, 36, etc.) to cup size in inches (A=1″, B=2″, C=3″, D=4″, DD=5″). For example, a 34C Bra size = 37″ Bust measurement. Measuring your body is the most accurate method for sizing.
Patricia Schmidt (verified owner) – :
I have worn this style gown for YEARS! So comfy and elegant! They never wear out! So glad to get it in the pink!
J Manning – :
what ever you do , don’t ever get rid of this gown. I have about 5 of them and wear them winter and summer (in Canada). Just move so easily with you , look so beautiful and feel so elegant in them. Love the black , have the turquoise pink and blue. I used to have white but gave it to my daughter. She was thrilled
Carolyn – :
I have all the colors except black which I am ordering today. I really love this nightgown. So full and comfortable and they make you feel beautiful. Please come out with some more colors. Perhaps a green or even red.
Beverly Stanley – :
I LOVE these gowns and currently have two and ready to add a third one. The quality of Shadowline nightgowns surpasses every other brand. Glad to see they are doing well as a company after re-orgong a few years ago.
Nancy Callahan (verified owner) – :
I have been a fan of Shadowline night gowns for years. My favorite is the Lace Spaghetti Strap long night gown. It is so soft and silky and moves with me when I sleep. It does not bind or restrict me at all. The gown launders beautifully and always looks brand new. I have the pink and blue and am so pleased to find the black available in my size. I wish that you had more colors available in this style. I would buy them all.
It is a family Christmas tradition that I give my daughter a nightgown on Christmas Eve. She only wants the Shadowline Lace Spaghetti Strap long nightgown. Please keep making this style, we are customers for life.