Couture Measurement Guide
| # | Measurement | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Around Chest | Measure around the fullest part of the chest, under the arms. |
| 2 | Around Stomach | Measure around the widest part of the stomach area. |
| 3 | Around Waist | Measure around the natural waistline, typically above the belly button. |
| 4 | Neck to Waist | Measure vertically from the base of the neck (collarbone) to the waistline. |
| 5 | Around Neck | Measure around the base of the neck where a collar would sit. |
| 6 | Neck to Shoulder | Measure from the base of the neck to the tip of the shoulder. |
| 7 | Shoulder to Wrist | Measure from the shoulder tip down to the wrist bone. |
| 8 | Armhole to Wrist | Measure from the armpit down to the wrist. |
| 9 | Around Arm | Measure around the fullest part of the upper arm (bicep area). |
| 10 | Around Hand | Measure around the widest part of the hand, excluding the thumb. |
| 11 | Around Wrist | Measure around the wrist bone. |
| 12 | Around Hip | Measure around the fullest part of the hips and buttocks. |
| 13 | Around Thigh | Measure around the fullest part of the thigh. |
| 14 | Around Leg (Shin) | Measure around the widest part of the lower leg (calf area). |
| 15 | Around Ankle | Measure around the narrowest part of the ankle. |
| 16 | Seat to Ankle | Measure vertically from the seat (buttocks) to the ankle bone. |
| 17 | Knee to Ankle | Measure from the center of the knee down to the ankle bone. |
| 18 | Waist to Ankle | Measure from the waistline down to the ankle bone. |
| 19 | Height | Measure from the top of the head down to the floor, standing straight. |
| 20 | Shoulder to Shoulder | Measure across the back from one shoulder tip to the other. |
| 21 | Across Back | Measure across the back from one armpit to the other. |
| 22 | Around Knee | Measure around the center of the knee cap. |
| 23 | Suit Length | Measure from the top of the shoulder down to the desired suit length. |
Measurement Tips:
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Assistance: For accuracy, have someone assist you while taking measurements.
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Posture: Stand straight and relaxed, with feet together, during measurements.
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Clothing: Wear form-fitting clothing or undergarments to ensure precise measurements.
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Consistency: Use the same measuring tape throughout to maintain consistency.
If you need a downloadable template or further assistance, feel free to ask.