The top measurement really depends on your size. The pattern will give you all measurements you need for your finished piece as the construction of the stitch will shrink the fabric

The pattern is made up to bottom then the edging. The gauge is just to help, you need to take soft measurements to make your piece. You can use any yarn and any hook that suits you. The top is easily modifiable to a dress.

The pattern is ideal for any intermediate level crocheter. There are spaces between the cables constructed. The construction is bottom up for the front panel, then crossed stitch for the back panel, which are seamed together. Then, Moss stitch to do 2 straps. We finish with the ruffles. To make it tighter, we do slip stitch edging. The top is p...

The pattern is made to measure. You can use any yarn you want with the hook you are comfortable with. I used a weight 4 yarn and turn out great with 5mm hook size