How to Take Accurate Body Measurements for Perfect Fit
👔 Upper Body Measurements
1️⃣ Full Shoulder / Shoulder Width
Measure from one shoulder bone to the other across the back. Keep the tape straight and snug, not tight.
📍 Tip: This helps in tailoring the perfect shoulder fit for shirts, blazers, and jackets.
2️⃣ Chest / Full Chest
Wrap the tape around the fullest part of the chest, keeping it level and parallel to the floor.
📍 Tip: Make sure you stand straight with arms relaxed while measuring.
3️⃣ Front Chest & Back Chest Length
4️⃣ Waist / Stomach
Measure around the natural waistline (usually just above the navel).
📍 Tip: Don’t pull the tape too tight — keep one finger between tape and skin for comfort.
5️⃣ Hips
Place the tape around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks.
📍 Tip: Essential for both pants and jackets to ensure the garment sits well.
6️⃣ Sleeve Length
Measure from the shoulder seam to the wrist bone with your arm slightly bent.
📍 Tip: Ensures the perfect sleeve length for shirts and jackets.
7️⃣ Bicep / Arm
Measure around the widest part of the upper arm.
📍 Tip: Keeps sleeves comfortable and movement easy.
8️⃣ Neck
Measure around the base of your neck where the collar will sit.
📍 Tip: Keep two fingers inside the tape for comfort.
9️⃣ Jacket Length
Start from the highest point of your shoulder (next to the neck) down to the desired jacket length.
📍 Tip: Usually ends slightly below the hips for a professional look.
👖 Lower Body Measurements
10️⃣ Trouser Waist / Pant Waist
Measure around your waistline where you normally wear your trousers.
11️⃣ Low Hip for Pants
Wrap the tape around the widest part of your hips — typically 7–9 inches below the waistline.
12️⃣ Full Crotch
Place the tape at the center front waist, pass it between the legs, and bring it up to the back waist.
📍 Tip: Ensures comfort and proper rise for trousers.
13️⃣ Thigh
Measure around the fullest part of your thigh, just below the crotch.
14️⃣ Pant Length / Outseam
Measure from the waistline down to the desired pant length at the ankle.
15️⃣ Inside Leg / Inseam
Start from the crotch to the bottom of the ankle along the inside leg seam.
📍 Tip: Important for achieving the correct pant height.
16️⃣ Around the Ankle / Bottom
Wrap the tape loosely around the ankle or the desired pant opening width.
