San's Tailored Designs
How to Take Your Measurements
To take accurate measurements, wear only undergarments or a leotard. Do NOT wear bulky clothing (e.g. jeans/ sweat top, pants).
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When measuring, the tape should be a bit snug, but not tight. You should be able to put a finger behind the tape, but not more than that. Stand tall and relaxed.
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Do not take your own measurements. Ask someone to help you.
Bust:
Circumference around bust parallel to floor
Waist:
Circumference around natural waist, the most narrow section of the torso, following natural contours
Hips:
Circumference around the widest area at the hip or where hip protrusion is greatest, parallel to floor
Girth:
Hold one end of the tape measure at the top center of your shoulder, over the fullest part of your bust, down between your legs and back up to the shoulder
Sleeve Length:
Bend arm, measure from shoulder tip (typically where the shoulder-sleeve seam is) following to the elbow, around elbow to wrist bone
Skirt Length - Front:
While standing straight, measure from the center front of the waist hanging down to the desired length of the skirt at the center front
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(Note: use a string around the waist as a placeholder)
Skirt Length - Back:
While standing straight, measure from the center back of the waist hanging down to the desired length of the skirt at the center back
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(Note: use a string around the waist as a placeholder)
Skirt Length - Side:
While standing straight, measure from the waist side following the curve of the body to the hip side and hanging down to the desired skirt length
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(Note: use a string around the waist as a placeholder)
