How to Tell If Something Really Fits

Expert tips from the team at Dotty

If you’ve ever put on a top or dress and found yourself thinking, “I’m not sure…” — you’re not alone. At Dotty, we hear it all the time: “But how do I know if it fits right?” 

Here’s the thing — fit isn’t just about measurements or labels. It’s about how you feel when you put it on. That’s why one of our golden rules at Dotty is:
If you don’t say “WOW” when you put it on… you might not wear it.

So, let’s break it down.

Here are a few tried-and-true ways to tell if something really fits — not just your body, but your lifestyle, your style, and your comfort.

1. The Shoulder Check

Blouses and dresses should sit just right on your shoulders.
If the seam is hanging too far off your shoulder, it might be too big. If it’s pulling or riding up toward your neck, it’s likely too tight. When our Dotty tops — like the bestselling Darling Tee — fit well, they’ll sit flat and smooth with no puckering.

2. Move Around a Bit

Do a little test: lift your arms, sit down, reach forward, twist side to side.
A great-fitting piece will move with you, not against you. Dotty clothing is made to flatter real bodies in motion, so our tops are stretchy, forgiving, and breathable — never stiff or restrictive.

3. Trust the “WOW” Factor

You know that moment when you put something on and your whole face lights up? That’s what we’re after. No second-guessing. No tugging. No talking yourself into it. If it doesn’t make you feel confident right away, you probably won’t reach for it again. That’s why we always say: do what feels best for you and your body — not what the tag says, or what you think you “should” wear.

4. Check the Silhouette

Is it clinging in places you don’t want? Is it hiding your favourite features? A good fit should balance your shape and highlight what you love most about your body.
Our Wrap Dresses are designed with flattering thoughtful cuts that work with curves, not against them.

5. Remember: Tailoring is Magic

If you almost love it — the color, the neckline, the feel — but the fit is just off, a quick nip or tuck can work wonders. Especially with timeless, well-made pieces, small alterations can turn a “maybe” into a “wear-it-weekly.”

Final Thought: Confidence is the Best Fit

At Dotty, we design clothes for women who want to feel like themselves — just a little more polished, pulled-together, and ready to take on the day.
So next time you try something on, ask yourself:
👉 Do I feel good in this?
👉 Would I wear it tomorrow?
👉 Am I saying “WOW”?

If not, that’s okay. Try the next piece. Because when it fits — you’ll know.

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DOTTY - Pretty Clothes For Real Life.
Dotty is a clothing brand for real bodies - and for women who love to wear versatile pieces for their everyday. Fit is at the core of every single design, so women feel empowered + confident in their clothes. Each silhouette is purposefully designed to be figure flattering to a variety of shapes and sizes.

Founder Heather Bolt sources comfortable, wrinkle free fabrics that are both stylish and fashionably current, and sews them in a way that is figure flattering to all shapes and sizes. Particular design attention is focused on how the garments hang over the belly and back in order to be flattering and comfortable, with a concentration on how they will fit into a customer's lifestyle. Heather's mission in designing Dotty is to make sure the garments are both flattering on the body, AND versatile for many occasions.

Dotty began with a simple solution to what Heather saw as shortcomings within her own closet - tops that flattered her belly, dresses with sleeves, and tunics that fell over the muffin top. Heather designs with a purpose - to flatter the female form while encouraging women to live their best life! You know... like eating, drinking, laughing with best friends and of course feeling comfortable while looking stylish and put together. Heather is a wife, a mother of three, and a lover of vintage muscle cars, ruffles, tattoos, laughing, and red wine.

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