Quick answer: Ordering a Pakistani outfit from abroad is straightforward when you get sizing right. Send your actual body measurements (chest/bust, waist, hips, shoulder, sleeve and length) rather than a dress-size label, and the outfit is made to those measurements. AÏNN London builds in a 3–5 inch alteration margin so a local tailor can perfect the fit, sends a video before dispatch, and ships with duties included. Measure carefully, order early, and you'll get a beautifully fitted outfit wherever you live.
Buying a made-to-measure Pakistani outfit from another country sounds daunting — but with the right measurements it's reliable and simple. Here's exactly how to do it.
Step 1: Take accurate measurements
Forget dress-size labels for now — measurements are what matter. Take these with a soft tape, over light clothing, and don't pull tight:
- Bust/chest — fullest part.
- Waist — natural waistline.
- Hips — fullest part.
- Shoulder width and sleeve length.
- Outfit length (and trouser/lehenga length).
Our full guide walks through each one: how to take your measurements.
Step 2: Send measurements, not a size
A "UK 12" or "US 8" means different things in different brands. Sending your actual measurements means the outfit is built to your body, not a generic size chart. (See UK sizes vs made-to-measure.)
Step 3: The alteration margin is your safety net
Every AÏNN London outfit is made with a 3–5 inch alteration margin in key seams — so even if your body changes slightly before the wedding, or a measurement was a touch off, a local tailor can adjust it for a perfect final fit. (See getting local alterations right.)
Step 4: Approve the video before it ships
Before dispatch we send a video of your finished outfit so you can see the real garment — colour, embroidery and finish — and approve it. Nothing leaves until you're happy. (See diaspora brides and video approval.)
Step 5: Delivery, duties included
Your outfit ships internationally with duties included — no surprise customs bill — and free delivery over £500. (See avoiding a surprise customs bill.)
Step 6: Order early
Allow time for making, your video approval, shipping and local alterations:
- In-stock pieces: around 10–12 days to ship.
- Made-to-order: roughly 4–6 weeks.
- Heavy bridal: allow 3–4 months.
(See how far in advance to order and how ordering works.)
We have country-specific guides too: USA, Canada and Australia.
Browse the bridal collection, explore the colour library, or start your order.
Frequently asked questions
How do I order a Pakistani outfit from abroad?
Take accurate body measurements, send those (not a dress size), approve a video of the finished outfit before dispatch, and receive it with duties included. A 3–5 inch alteration margin lets a local tailor perfect the fit.
Should I send a dress size or measurements?
Always send actual measurements — bust, waist, hips, shoulder, sleeve and length. Dress-size labels vary between brands, whereas measurements let the outfit be built to your body.
What if my measurements aren't perfect?
Every outfit is made with a 3–5 inch alteration margin, so a local tailor can adjust the fit if a measurement was slightly off or your body changes before the event.
How long does ordering from abroad take?
In-stock pieces ship in about 10–12 days, made-to-order takes roughly 4–6 weeks, and heavy bridal needs 3–4 months — plus time for shipping and local alterations, so order early.
AÏNN London makes every outfit to your measurements with a 3–5 inch alteration margin, a video before dispatch and duties-included delivery worldwide — so ordering from abroad is simple and the fit is right. Start your order.
Last updated: June 2026
