Measuring the body
What is the importance of taking proper body measurements?
It is important to take proper body measurements to achieve the accurate fit wanted.
What are three steps to take when measuring the body?
1/ Make sure the person is wearing proper undergarments
2/ Make sure the person is relaxed and their back is upright
3/ Make sure to not allow them to see themselves in the mirror as it causes them to stand erect causing the garment to fit improperly
What are the three measurements of the sleeve and how to do each
*Wrist, bicep and length
Wrist- Measure loosely just above the wrist bone
Bicep- Measure around the fullest part of the upper arm
Length- Measure from the shoulder bone to the wrist allowing the tape to run over a slightly bent elbow
How do we measure:
1. The neck
2.The bust
3. The chest
Neck- Measure around the base of the neck allowing space for ease
Bust- Measure around the fullest part of the bust allowing the tape measure to run over the apex or tip of the breast
Chest- Measure around the fullest part of the chest just under the arm
How do we measure:
1. The waist
2.The thigh
3. The hip
4. Crotch depth
Waist- This is normally based off personal preference therefore ask the person where it is most comfortable for them around that area. That area will develop a natural sink and is called the smallest part of the mid section. It is therefore appropriate to measure around the smallest part of the waist
Thigh- Measure around the fullest part of the thigh just under the crotch
Hip- Measure around the widest part of the hip allowing the tape measure to run over the fullest part of the buttocks
Crotch depth- Allow the person to sit down with their back upright. Measure them from the waist to the surface of the chair