Shoulder

Front length

This is measured from the highest point of the shoulder (neck shoulder) to the desired hemline/desired length.

Crotch length

Let the person sit on the chair. Bring the tape measure from the side waist down to the top of the chair.

This measurement is generally only important for pants and leotards.

Pants length

This is measured from the side waist down to the desired length.

Sleeve length

It is measured from the shoulder tip point, down to the desired length of the sleeve.

Breast

This is taken around the fullest part of the breast, inserting 3 fingers in the tape for allowance.

Hips

It is measured around the fullest part of the hips. Use the second hip or the protruding part of hip when getting this measurement.

Waist

This is taken around the natural waistline. Insert 1-2 fingers for ease or allowance.

Ankle

This is done by placing the tape measure around your ankle circumference. Be sure to give allowance on it for easy way of taking off.

Armhole

This is measured around the arm joint with allowance (refer to illustration).

Arm girth

It is a measurement taken around the arm 8-9 inches from the shoulder tip.

Knee

This is measured around the knee with the knee slightly flexed/bend.

Thigh

It is measured around the leg/thigh 3 inches below the crotch line.