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 | |||||||||||
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(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 | ||||||||||||||
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(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 |
We have kept the original Dixie Belle panty sizing, which fits a little smaller than Shadowline panties. Once you know your Shadowline panty size (check our size chart at the top of the page if you’re unsure), you can use the comparison chart below to find your equivalent size in Dixie Belle:
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.
- All of our products are listed in US sizing. Shopping from abroad? Use the conversion chart below to find your US size equivalent:
Donna (verified owner) –
Height: : 5'5"
Age: : 77
I love my new Shadowline robe, which perfectly matches the gown I bought previously. My mother and her 5 sisters loved Shadowline, as do several of my cousins and me. I have owned many shadowline gowns and robes.
LaDonna Q. (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’5”
Age: : 62
It’s too hot to wear right now but I tried it on with the matching gown. It looks and feels great! I like the short sleeves and will probably wear it open. I live in a condo and would feel perfectly fine going to check my mail in the lobby using this robe instead of getting dressed. Big bonus is that this fabric has a tight weave and does not collect cat hair!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Height: : 6’1”
Age: : 74
This robe is the perfect complement to the Shadowline short nightgowns. Great for cool evenings and mornings.
Gwendolyn (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’3”
Age: : 72
This doesn’t come In enough colors, I need a peri frost one!
Teresa H. (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’6”
Age: : 72
Lovely color.
Julia Angel (verified owner) –
Height: : 5 2
Age: : 9
Great lingerie
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Height: : 5'7"
Age: : 42
So cute and modest! Love that it matches the nightgown.
Judy Smith (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’5
Age: : 54
I love these robes, have been wearing them for years, in multiple sizes!
LAURA (verified owner) –
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Love this for everyday and especially for travel. Comfortable, lightweight, easy to wash and dry so never takes much space in luggage.
Corinne Edwards (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’5”
Age: : 51
Absolutely love these gowns & robes!!
Julie Ryan (verified owner) –
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Had ordered navy, and it looked navy in the picture. But when I received it, it was the same color as the sapphire, which i already had. Was informed that this color is their navy. It appears a different shade (true navy) in the online chart. Wish they had real navy. It’s a nice robe, just not the color I ordered.
Deborah (verified owner) –
Height: : 5’2”
Age: : 65
Nice fit: Perfect sixing
Cynthia (verified owner) –
Height: : 5 ft 6
Age: : 61
Comfortable robe and very well made. Fabric is perfect weight.
Lynda Phillips (verified owner) –
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Love, love this
Joyce –
Have pajamas, robes, panties, pettipants, camisoles. Last forever, have a nightgown purchased in the 80’s by my mothers and it still beautiful after 39 years of wear. . I do alter pajamas, robes and pettipants to perfect length( better than average seamstress) as these fit a person 5’8” tall. Thanks Shadowline
dianawestberg (verified owner) –
I’m very happy with my new robe! A classic, this robe is a bit oversized and should go very nicely over everything I have sleepwear wise. I like the old fashioned look and feel and know this little staple will be around for a while to come. 🙂
I ordered the melon which is a very pretty pale coral color and the gown to match. I’m glad to have found this online, as they are impossible to find in stores…thanks, Shadowline!