Wherever you are
Your measurements
Distance is never a reason not to be dressed by Shelena. Here's how your commission comes together from anywhere, and how to send the measurements she'll design and cut to.
How remote commissions work
- Design by videoYour design consultation and design presentation happen on a video call, just as they would in the studio.
- MeasurementsUse the guide below with a friend holding the tape, or book a live video measuring session and Shelena will guide you through it.
- Fitting by mailFor gowns, Shelena can send a toile (a practice version in cotton) to try on during a video fitting, so the fit is perfect before your fabric is cut. Available on request.
- Delivered to your doorYour finished piece ships insured, with a final video fitting when it arrives. Prefer to fit in person? A fitting visit to Austin can be arranged.
Remote fittings and shipping are quoted with your design. Allow a little extra time for the mail.
The guide
How to measure
- Wear what you'll wear underneath: the same bra or shapewear, and no bulky clothes.
- Stand tall and relaxed, feet together, breathing normally.
- Keep the tape snug but not tight, and level all the way around.
- Ask a friend to measure you. Measure twice, and if the numbers differ, note both.
- Bust Around the fullest part, tape level across your back.
- Underbust Directly under the bust, snug.
- Natural waist The narrowest part of your torso, usually just above the belly button.
- High hip About 4 in / 10 cm below your waist.
- Full hip Around the fullest part of your seat.
- Shoulder width Across your back, from shoulder point to shoulder point.
- Shoulder to waist From the top of the shoulder, over the bust, to the waist.
- Hollow to floor From the dip at the base of your neck to the floor, barefoot.
- Arm length Shoulder point to wrist, with your arm slightly bent.
- Neck Around the base of the neck.
Send them to Shelena
Your measurement sheet
Fill it in here and press send, or print it and write it out. Text photos of you in fitted clothing (front, side and back) to (832) 373-9260. They help Shelena check the numbers.