How to Measure For Proper Fitting Ladies Apparel

Bust: Measure across shoulder blades and fullest point of the bust holding tape firm and level. Half sizes, measure up to the next size.

Waist: Measure around natural waistline. If between sizes, order the next larger size.

Hips: Measure around widest part of hips. If between sizes, order the next larger size .

Inseam: Measure pants that fit well. Along the inseam, measure from the crotch to the bottom of the pant leg. Or while standing, measure from the crotch down to the hem length. If seated add 2".

How to Measure for a Proper Fitting Bra

A properly fitted bra not only will feel comfortable and supportive but will also make clothes fit and look better.

1. With a soft measuring tape, measure around body right under the breasts.(Example: 32 1/2). Add five to that number, rounding up if necessary to the next even number (38). This is your BAND size.

2. Measure all around the fullest part of the breast without pulling tight. (40)

3. Subtract the number from the band size (40-38= 2). The result will indicate the appropriate Cup size, based on the following guide.

How to Measure for a Proper Fitting Men's Apparel

Shirts-Neck Measurements: Measure a shirt collar that fits well. Lay the collar flat. Measure from the center of the collar button to the far end of the opposite buttonhole.

Tops and Undershirts- Chest Measurements:  Measure under arms and across the shoulder blades holding the tape firm and level.

Pants, Boxers or Briefs- Waist Measurements: Measure around natural waistline. For belts, order same as pants waist size. If between sizes, order the next larger size.

Inseam: Measure pants that fit well. Measure along the inseam from the crotch to the bottom of pant leg. If taking measurements are taken while the person is seated add 2".