Measurement Guide
Here's a step-by-step measurement guide for bespoke clothing:
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Start with taking the measurements of the chest. This is done by measuring around the fullest part of the chest with the measuring tape held snugly but not too tightly.
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Next, measure the waist. Place the measuring tape around the natural waistline, which is usually around the belly button.
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Measure the hips next. This is done by measuring around the widest part of the hips and bottom.
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The next measurement is the shoulder width. Start at the edge of one shoulder and measure straight across to the edge of the other shoulder.
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Measure the sleeve length by measuring from the shoulder seam to the desired length of the sleeve.
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Measure the bicep by wrapping the measuring tape around the widest part of the bicep.
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Measure the cuff by wrapping the measuring tape around the wrist at the narrowest point.
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Measure the neck by wrapping the measuring tape around the base of the neck, where the collar would normally sit.
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Measure the length of the jacket or shirt by measuring from the top of the shoulder down to the desired length.
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Measure the inseam by measuring from the crotch down to the desired length of the pant.
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Lastly, measure the outseam by measuring from the waistband down to the desired length of the pant.
These measurements can be used to create a custom pattern for your bespoke clothing. It's important to make sure the measurements are taken accurately to ensure the best possible fit. If possible, it's always recommended to have a professional take the measurements for you.
How to Measure Neck
Measure around the neck where the collar would be ( just below the Adam's apple);
Placing one finger behind the tape to ensure the breathing space.
HOW TO MEASURE SHOULERS
Measure across the top of the shoulder between the arm seams of a correct fitting shirt.
How to Measure Bicep
Measure around the upper arm at the fullest point, relax and keep arm by your side.
How to Measure Sleeve Length
Measure from the arm seam of a correct fitting shirt straight down to the level wgere your first thumb knuckel is.
How to Measure Wrist
Measure around the wrist bone;
Placing one finger behind the tape.
How to Measure Chest
Measure around the fullest part of the chest , make sure you are relaxed with normal breathing;
Make sure that the tape is aligned horizontal front and back.
How to Measure Stomach
Measure around the widest part of your belly. if your belly is flat, run the tape 2 inches ( 5cm ) above your belly button.
Make sure that the tape is aligned horizontal front and back.
How to measure Hips/ Seat
Measure around the fullest part of the hips.
Make sure that the tape is aligned horizontal front and back.
How to Measure Jacket Length
Measure from the nape straight down to the level where the thumb tip is as shown.
How to Measure Pants Waist
Measure Around the waist where your belt normally is relaxed and do not hold your stomach in.
How to Measure U-Crotch
Measure from the front top of the waistband to back top of the waistband as shown.
How to Measure Thigh Snug
Measure around the thigh at the widest point;
make sure the tape is in horizontal front and back.
How to measure Knee
Measure around the knee at widest point, keep the tape in horizontal.
How to measure pants length
Measure from the top of the waistband along the side seam straight down to the floor.