Lolibrary Attribute Guide

There are currently 30 active possible attribute fields available on Lolibrary, so we've created a handy guide you can use both for item research and entry creation purposes! For item tags or features, please refer to their respective guide pages: Tag Guide | Feature Guide

Garment Measurements

Common garment measurements demonstrated on AP's Belles Fleurs OP

Official measurements from the brand’s website. Include “cm” if it’s in cm. Use the ‘ or “ notation for inches / feet for American brands that give their measurements in inches.

If an measurement is a range, denote it with a dash between the two measurements like:

82cm - 102cm

If an item comes in multiple sizes, you can enter measurements like:

S: 38cm | M: 40cm | L: 42cm

Or:

S: 38cm / M: 40cm / L: 42cm

Bodice Length

Vertical length of a dress from the top of the shoulder to waist. For garments that are bodice-only (bustiers, blouses, vests), simply use the main Length attribute.

Bust

The size of chest the garment can accommodate, indicated the measurement at the widest part of the bust going all the way around. If half/flat bust measurements are given (typically 50cm or smaller on an adult garment), double them.

Cuff

Common garment measurements demonstrated on Meta's Tailor's Bear Shorts

The diameter of the opening of a sleeve or pants cuff, typically when fully buttoned.

Hem Circumference

The length of the bottom of the skirt, measured around the hem. Typically a larger measurement here indicates a fuller skirt; some brands will include this measurement to better demonstrate the fullness/amount of fabric included in the skirt and the style/amount of petticoat it can accommodate.

Hip

The size of hips the garment can accommodate, indicated the measurement at the widest part of the hips going all the way around. If half/flat hip measurements are given (typically 50cm or smaller on an adult garment), double them.

Inseam

The inner pant-leg seam measurement (typically from the center of the crotch to the bottom of the cuff)

Length

Full length of the garment.

Neckline

Uncommon, but can be used either to show either the neck circumference a collar can comfortably accommodate, or the depth/width of a standard neckline.

Shoulder Width

The length from the tip of one shoulder blade to the other, typically straight across the back.

Skirt Length

The length of just the skirt of a garment that is not just a skirt, from the waist to hem. Used for dresses, coats or salopettes that have both an overall garment and skirt length given. For garments that are skirt-only (....also known as skirts), simply use the main Length attribute.

Sleeve Length

Measurement from the shoulder to the end of the sleeve cuff, typically including any lace or frills.

Sleeve Width

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Thigh

The thickness of thigh the garment can accommodate, indicated by the circumference of a cuff/pantleg opening that sits at approximately thigh level.

Waist

The size of waist the garment can accommodate, indicated the measurement at the narrowest part of the natural waist going all the way around. If half/flat waist measurements are given (typically 40cm or smaller on an adult garment), double them.

Owners' Notes

Measurements taken by a secondhand shop, you, or someone on Lace Market can all be entered as Owner’s measurements. Cite in the Notes section when possible. Feel free to submit these for existing listings via the entry's submission form!

Owner Bust

Bust of the garment measured off of an actual piece.

Owner Height

I think we started out putting in the measurements of the humans, and then changed to human’s measurements of the items, so this measurement may be phased out shortly.

Owner Length

Length of the garment measured off of an actual piece.

Owner Notes

Any notes about quality, fit… anything strange the owner notices. It all goes here.

Owner Underbust

Underbust of the garment measured off of an actual piece.

Owner Waist

Waist of the garment measured off of an actual piece.

Shoe-Specific Attributes

Please see the Shoes item type page for more information on features and attributes specific to shoe entries.

Finishes

Attribute no longer used; please use the finish type tags (matte/suede/glossy) as applicable.

Heel Height

Measured from the ground to where the heel attaches to the base of the shoe.

Soles

Attribute no longer used; please use the sole material tags (wood/foam/rubber/cork) as applicable.

Other/General

Depth

Often used to describe the gusset size of a bag or the indentation of novelty items like cups.

Diameter

The distance in a straight line across a circle; typically used for hats and round jewelry.

Handle Length

Typically used for bags and umbrellas.

Height

Not to be confused with garment length, or the height of the model sometimes seen on stock photos. This attribute is typically used for the height of hats, bags, novelty items and other types of freestanding items.

Material

Any details about the material composition of the garment/item goes here. (Be sure to add any relevant fabric tagging as well!) When possible, separate different things as best you can with commas or other punctuation. For example: Main fabric: 100% cotton | Lining: 100% Polyester | Lace: Chemical Lace

Shoulder Strap

Used for over-the-shoulder and cross-body bags, as well as skirts etc. with removable suspender style straps.

Width

The width from side to side of something, typically not used for garments (bust/waist/hip preferred), but rather bags, accessories, shoes etc.