Boden true to size - EMERGENCY

[TheGruffal0]

I haven't ordered from Boden in years but need to do so urgently (how do far off weddings suddenly become imminent... and why am I never prepared), I don't want to have to order multiple sizes so am hoping someone can advise what I should get if I am on average a large 12? Thanks!

I find Boden sizing varies a lot from one item to another. Best way to check on whether any particular item comes up small or large is the reviews. There is also a link to the exact measurements of each item.

I will stick my neck out here. I would order a 12 if you are getting a dress. I am a large 12 and order 12 in dresses and tops and 14 in trousers. Good luck!

Get the jersey dresses in a 12. They will definitely fit. If you go for ones that are silk or with no stretch its more of a gamble.

We can't answer you because we don't kow what you think is "true to size". It depends so much on where you usually shop and what style the dress is (is it tight in places where you are bigger, so you need to go up, or tight in places where you are smaller, so you can stay with a smaller size)

Thanks for the feedback, I will take a gamble on a 12 dress, contingent on good 'true to size' reviews! I know what you mean Trills, but there is usually some consensus if a brand consistently sizes above or below average... like Karen Millen! Sheesh, they should recalibrate!

Can't you order both sizes and return? I think they may have free delivery and returns at the moment.

Thanks MatildaTC, I will check and if so I may do, its just an awful lot to shell out at a time. But thats the price you pay for being disorganised!

Can you link to the dress and see if anyone here actually has it? Their sizes vary from item to item.

Boden Emergency
I would try the12, but I never gauge online sizes correctly as even within shops they seems to vary!

Burnishedsilver, I wish I had already chosen a dress... (PANIC!!!)

In fact if anyone can recommend one for a rectangular large 12, somewhat flabby, with good legs I'd be ever so grateful

I would definitely order two sizes. I feel your pain. Have a wedding on Sat and don't have the ideal outfit, given the weather!

As a result of panic buying I already have a couple of items that in the cold light of day just aren't me and will need to be returned. However I think I've resigned myself to that outcome as the penalty for being in this situation!

How about the Eliza tunic dress, including the gorgeous shoes that they have modelled with it?

Deep cleansing breaths.
With your hair and make up done you will look fabulous on the day. You will have an outfit. You will not be going in your pyjamas.

I am a 16 but some of the non stretchy Boden tops tend to be tight on the boobs. Shoes can be narrow too but generally I find Bden stuff true to size

I'm a generously busted 14ish size 12 and usually go for 14 in dresses and trousers. Tops are a bit more tricky as I have had 12s that are perfect and some I've needed a 14.

I'd order both a 12 and 14 to be on the safe side, depending on cut...HTH

Ooh am liking it with the dark tights. Can you wear dark opaque tights to a wedding in spring without being a goth? (eyes pyjamas dubiously)

I think it depends on the weather. If it turns out to be a nice sunny day then the tights would be a bit wintery. Then again it could be freezing . Would a bit of a tan help? I have the shoes that they're showing with it and they're gorgeous bit they're more of a sandal so not suitable for tights.

A tan will definitely help, unless orange... Thanks for reminding me to start the self-tan build-up so I am not at the mercy of a salon. Moo goo self tan by the way is fantastic!

I agree the non-jersey tops and dresses can be tight if you are at all busty - may want to size up