House of CB Sizing: Does House of CB Run Small, Big or True to Size?

House of CB sizing is more precise when you start with the brand's chart instead of assuming every fitted dress behaves the same. Its size guide maps XS to U.S. 2 to 4, S to 4 to 6, M to 6 to 8, L to 8 to 10 and L+ to 10 to 12. Some corset pieces also let shoppers choose regular A to C or bigger D to E cups; those are separate fit choices, not a substitute for measuring. The Antonia top says to follow the chart and not size up or down, while Nordstrom fit notes on the House of CB dresses here say true to size. That is helpful but not a universal guarantee, especially when a bodice has boning or fabric has little stretch. Gina and Millie have corset construction, while The OG and The Icon use bandage fabric. My rule is to take bust and waist separately, compare both with the chart, then read that item's fit note. If the page offers cup options, choose those before deciding on the letter size.

On the fitted end, Gina Strapless Corset Stretch Cotton Dress and Millie Bluebell Corset Bodice Stretch Cotton Cocktail Dress have corset-led bodices, while Antonia Silver Lilac Embellished Satin and Chiffon Corset Top is wired and boned. Tara Rose Pink Satin and Lace Long Sleeve Embellished Top rounds out the occasionwear mix. The Nordstrom fit notes for Gina and Millie say true to size; Antonia's own page says to follow the chart and not size up or down. The direct-site pages showed XS through L+, while Nordstrom's pages showed selectable sizes during the check. That makes me less inclined to size up automatically just because a dress looks structured. My practical check is to measure bust and waist separately, then confirm whether the item has stretch and whether a cup choice is offered. If a corset closes but pulls, the size label alone has not solved the fit.

Midi lengths create another fit decision because the hem and skirt shape change movement. The Icon Bandage Midi Dress and The Supermodel Halter Neck Bandage Midi Dress are close-fitting knit dresses; Isadora Silver Lilac Embellished Satin and Chiffon Midi Skirt and Brigitte Rose Pink Satin and Lace Midi Skirt shift the same length into separates. Nordstrom's bandage dress pages call the fit true to size, while the direct-site skirt pages displayed active XS-to-L+ sizes. I would compare the waist measurement and use the waist and hip numbers for a skirt rather than borrowing a dress size. The Supermodel has an elasticized halter strap and The Icon has a back slit; those are style details, not sizing corrections. If you need a midi to move comfortably, look for stretch at the waist and check your planned range of motion at home before removing tags. Keep the fit note, chart and return window beside each other while deciding.

Maxi lengths bring fit and proportion together. The OG Bandage Maxi Dress and Persephone Strapless Corset Satin and Stretch Crepe Mermaid Gown were marked true to size at Nordstrom, but their bandage and corset-and-crepe constructions differ; direct choices Simona Midnight Black Strapless Embellished Satin Maxi Dress and Lola Midnight Black Strapless Draped Maxi Dress show the brand's own size buttons from XS through L+. House of CB sizing makes sense if you want a shaped bodice and can measure carefully; it is less convenient if you want forgiving ease across every style. I would start with a neckline and length you already know you wear, use the size chart, and confirm current availability before comparing price. For strapless gowns, pay attention to bust security and hem length; for bandage, account for the fabric's close stretch. The retailer fit note helps, but construction should have the final word.