Short answer: measure your body in centimetres, begin with the fullest part of your bust, then check waist and hips against the current product-page chart. Keep the tape snug, not tight. If two measurements point to different sizes, choose for the part of the garment that has the least room—usually the bust or hip—and consider sizing up when you prefer a relaxed fit.
The selected product page is always the final reference because available sizes and garment lengths can differ by style.
House of Falguni kurti and dress size chart
These are body measurements in centimetres, not measurements taken from the garment. Current kurti and dress styles are both knee-length — see the reference length column.
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hips | Reference length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 82–86 cm | 66–70 cm | 88–92 cm | 38 to 40 in (knee-length) |
| M | 87–91 cm | 71–75 cm | 93–97 cm | 39 to 41 in (knee-length) |
| L | 92–96 cm | 76–80 cm | 98–102 cm | 40 to 42 in (knee-length) |
| XL | 97–101 cm | 81–85 cm | 103–107 cm | 41 to 43 in (knee-length) |
| 2XL | 102–106 cm | 86–90 cm | 108–112 cm | 42 to 44 in (knee-length) |
Length is a reference for the standard kurti/dress chart. Check the exact product page before ordering because cut and length can vary by design.
House of Falguni co-ord set size chart
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hips | Reference top length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 82–86 cm | 66–70 cm | 88–92 cm | 38 in |
| M | 87–91 cm | 71–75 cm | 93–97 cm | 38 in |
| L | 92–96 cm | 76–80 cm | 98–102 cm | 39 in |
| XL | 97–101 cm | 81–85 cm | 103–107 cm | 39 in |
How to measure yourself accurately
- Bust: circle the fullest part of your bust, keeping the tape level across your back.
- Waist: measure around your natural waistline without pulling the tape inward.
- Hips: stand with feet together and measure the fullest part of your seat and hips.
Measure over light clothing or well-fitting undergarments. Keep one finger comfortably under the tape. Ask someone to check that it remains parallel to the floor, especially at the back.
The seven-point kurti fit check
1. Bust ease
Buttoned or fitted areas should sit without pulling lines across the chest. Raise both arms and bring them forward. If the cloth strains or the placket opens, the fit is too close for comfortable movement.
2. Shoulder placement
On a set-in sleeve, the shoulder seam should sit near the natural edge of your shoulder unless the design is intentionally dropped. A seam pulled inward can feel restrictive; one falling far beyond the shoulder can make a tailored kurti look oversized.
3. Armhole movement
Reach forward as if picking up a bag. The armhole should allow movement without cutting into the underarm or pulling the entire garment upward.
4. Hip room
For straight kurtis and longer shirts, the hip can decide the size even when the bust fits. Sit down and take a full step. Side seams should remain vertical rather than swinging forward under strain.
5. Waist preference
Some HOF styles fall away from the waist; others are more shaped. Decide whether you want a close, regular or relaxed line, then compare that preference with the product photographs and description.
6. Sleeve and cuff comfort
Bend your elbow and check the upper arm as well as the cuff. A sleeve can look correct when the arm is still but feel tight once you move.
7. Garment length
Compare the listed length with a kurti you already like. Measure from the highest shoulder point near the neck down to the hem. Your height and torso length will change where the same listed measurement falls.
What if I am between two sizes?
Use the largest of the measurements that controls the style. For a straight kurti, that may be bust or hip. For a co-ord, check the top and bottom separately against the chart. Size up when you prefer room, intend to layer or are choosing a woven fabric with little give. Do not size down based only on the label inside another brand; compare measurements.
Body measurements versus garment measurements
A body chart tells you which size your measurements fall into. A garment measurement tells you the actual dimension of the finished piece. The difference between the two is ease—the room designed for movement and silhouette.
If a product page lists garment measurements, compare them with a similar non-stretch piece you own. Lay that garment flat and measure it the same way. Do not compare a flat garment width directly with a full body circumference without doubling the flat width first.
Fit notes for current HOF silhouettes
- Short and straight kurtis: check hip room and hem position, not only bust.
- Shirt dresses: check bust, shoulder and the point at which the dress falls away from the body.
- Halter co-ords: check bust and waist for the top, then waist and hips for the bottom.
- Complete-look sets: use the clothing size chart; the included jewellery does not change garment sizing.
Browse current silhouettes in the House of Falguni collection, then use the chart shown on the exact product page before selecting a size.
Can I return clothing if the size is not right?
Under the current House of Falguni Return & Refund Policy, eligible full-price clothing may be returned within 15 days of delivery when the stated conditions are met. A ₹499 return charge applies to each approved return. Complete-look or combo sets, sale pieces and other listed categories are non-returnable. Read the current policy before ordering because eligibility depends on the item and condition.
Why our sizing runs differently from fast fashion brands
Fast fashion sizing is often engineered around vanity sizing, labels that flatter rather than measure accurately, which makes cross-brand comparison nearly useless. Our size chart is built directly from body measurements rather than any external sizing convention, which means an S from us may not match an S from another brand you own. We would rather you measure carefully once than assume a familiar label translates directly, since that assumption is the single most common cause of a disappointing fit.
What to do if you've lost weight or changed shape recently
A body in transition, whether through weight change, pregnancy recovery or any other shift, makes standard sizing genuinely harder to trust, since your measurements today may not match what you expect from memory. In that situation, measure fresh rather than relying on your usual size, and lean toward a style with some ease through the waist rather than a fitted cut, which forgives a body still settling into a new shape more gracefully than a closely tailored piece.
Sizing for layering underneath a kurti
If you typically wear a camisole, shapewear or a jacket underneath a kurti, account for that extra layer when measuring, since our size chart reflects the garment against bare or lightly clothed skin. A kurti that fits perfectly over nothing can feel meaningfully tighter over a structured layer beneath it. When in doubt, measure over whatever you actually plan to wear underneath, not over nothing.
A note on returns and exchanges done right
Even careful measuring occasionally produces a size that is not quite right once a piece actually arrives, and that is a normal, expected part of buying clothing without trying it on first. Our return process exists precisely for that reason, and we would rather you exchange for the correct size than keep a piece that does not genuinely fit. A garment that sits slightly wrong rarely gets worn as often as one chosen carefully the second time around.
Building confidence in your size over repeat orders
Once you have ordered from us once and confirmed which size actually worked for your body, subsequent orders become considerably more predictable, since our sizing stays consistent across most styles within the same category. Keep a note of which size fit which silhouette, straight kurti, A-line dress, co-ord top, since even within one brand, different cuts can carry slightly different degrees of ease, and that small record saves real time on every future order.
When to reach out before ordering
If your measurements fall between two sizes on our chart, or a particular style's fabric and cut leave you genuinely unsure which way to go, write to us before ordering rather than guessing. We would rather answer a quick sizing question upfront, with the specific measurements and the style in mind, than have you order twice, once to test and once to correct, especially on a piece with limited stock or a close-to-final-sale return window.
Every measurement above maps onto our current kurtis and dresses, cut from homegrown cotton in sizes S to 2XL.
Shop Kurtas & DressesFrequently asked questions
Should I choose kurti size by bust or waist?
Start with bust, then check hips for straight and longer cuts. Use the measurement that needs the most room in that silhouette.
Should the measuring tape be tight?
No. It should sit snugly and level without compressing the body. One finger should fit comfortably beneath it.
What if my bust is M but my hips are L?
For a straight kurti, L is usually the safer starting point because the hip needs room. For a flared style, the bust may be more important. Use the individual product's shape and measurements.
Does every HOF garment come in S to 2XL?
No. The standard kurti and dress chart runs S to 2XL, while the co-ord chart currently runs S to XL. Actual availability can vary by product and stock.
How do I measure kurti length?
Measure from the highest shoulder point beside the neck straight down to the hem. Compare that measurement with a garment whose length you already like.
Are House of Falguni dresses knee-length or full-length?
Currently knee-length. The Ibrik Shirt Dress runs the same 38 to 44 inch reference length as our kurtis, depending on size — see the table above. A future longer style would be noted on its own product page.
