Body Measurement Table

meaSUrementS example yoUr meaSUrementS noteS

HoRizonTal BoDy MeasUReMenTs
Hips at desired hem 36"
Waist circumference 30"
Bust circumference 34"
Shoulder width 14½"
veRTiCal BoDy MeasUReMenTs

Length from hem to waist 5"

Length armhole to waist 7"
Armhole length 7"
Front neck depth 6"
sleeve MeasUReMenTs

Sleeve length to underarm 13"

Cap length 6"
Upper arm circumference 15"
Wrist circumference 8"

Ease
DeSireD Fit amoUnt oF eaSe to aDD
to boDy meaSUrement
Very close fit -2" to 0" (-5 to 0 cm)
Close fit 0" to 2" (0 to 5 cm)
Standard fit 2" to 4" (5 to 10 cm)
Loose fit 4" to 6" (10 to 15 cm)
Oversized fit 6" (15 cm) and more

You’ll need 12 measurements in order

to design your own garment.

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