This is to use a certain scheme for its manufacture. In sewing, measurements must be taken correctly. To sew any thing, you need to be able to take measurements correctly, so that the result is a product that will fit perfectly on the figure.

It is better to take measurements when you are wearing a T-shirt and tights, allowing the centimeter tape to easily slide over your figure without dragging the body, but also preventing the tape from hanging freely.

It must be remembered that there are basic measurements, and there are additional ones. Basic measurements are used to build most basic patterns, but sometimes the patterns are so intricate that you need a few more additional measurements, which you can learn from the description of the pattern.

1. Bust (OG)
We take a measure at the protruding points of the chest around the figure.

2. Waist (OT)
We measure at the narrowest point in the waist area around the body.

3. Hip circumference (OB)
We measure at the most convex points of the buttocks.
Some women have a “golife effect”. In this case, it is recommended to duplicate the measure. To do this, we measure the volume along the protruding lines of the “holife” just below the measurement of the buttocks circumference.

4. Chest height (SH) - these are the points of visual transition of the neck to the shoulder to the most protruding point on the chest.

5. Front length (accident)- this is the front point of the visual transition of the neck to the shoulder to the waist through the most protruding point of the chest.

6. Product length (CI) - measure from the waist to the length you need in the finished product.

7. Back Length (DTS)
We find the seventh cervical spine and measure from this place to the waist line, in order not to make a mistake with the place at the waist, you need to tie a lace on the waist line.

8. Back Width (SHS)
We measure horizontally the width of the back through the center of the shoulder blades along the straightened back.

9. Shoulder Width (SHP)
We find the most horizontal points on the shoulders and measure the width from one shoulder to the other.

10. Shoulder length (Dpl)
We measure from the base of the neck to the end point of the shoulder.

11. Sleeve length (DR)
We measure from the end point of the shoulder along the arm bent at the elbow to the wrist.
12. Arm circumference - upper part (OP)
We measure horizontally the girth (width) of the arm - the widest upper part.

13.Girth of the wrist (OZ)
We measure horizontally the girth (width) of the hand at the wrist.

14. Neck girth (OSh)
Measure the circumference around the base of the neck.

15. Leg length - outer side. This measure is also called stride length (LSH).
We measure on the outside of the leg a measure from the waist to the floor.

16.Leg length - inside
We measure from the groin to the floor along the inside of the leg.
The difference between 15 and 16 measurements gives us a measure of the height of the seat ( sun), which is useful to those who decide to sew trousers or shorts for themselves.
You can also measure your seat height by sitting up straight and measuring from your waist to the surface you are sitting on. If these two indicators turned out to be unequal, then take the average between them to build a pattern.

17. Thigh height (WB)
We measure from the waist line to the hip line along the outer side of the thigh.

A formula is usually used to calculate armhole depth, but this measurement can also be measured.
18. Armhole depth (GPr)
You need to take a strip of paper and hold it under your arm from behind, after which you can measure the depth of the armhole - this is the distance from the 7th cervical vertebra to the strip of paper you clamped.

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• Measurements for constructing a pattern of a dress, skirt or trousers must be taken along the linen. Put on the fitting of the underwear with which you are going to wear the product. This is important, as a different shape, for example, can change the height and girth of the chest.
• All measurements are taken on the most developed part of the body. For right-handers, measurements are taken on the right side, for left-handers - on the left.
• When taking measurements, you need to stand straight, without tension, in the position familiar to the body. Qualitatively take measurements from yourself is quite difficult. When the position of the body changes, its dimensions also change. A possible solution to the situation: take a product that fits you very well and take measurements from it.
• Mark the natural waistline with an elastic band or a thin cord - this will make it easier.
• Since the human body is symmetrical, usually the pattern is built only up to the middle of the figure. For convenience, some measurements are recorded in half size. These measurements include the half-girth of the neck, chest, waist and hips, the width of the back, the width and center of the chest. The remaining dimensions are recorded and used in full.
• AT different countries pattern building systems and measurement methods are slightly different. And depending on the school, the names of measurements may vary within the same country. If you are not sure what size we are talking about, read the description. This way you can quickly find a match.

Basic body measurements

Shoulder measurements

These measurements will be needed if you want to sew a dress, blouse, jacket, coat.

Measures 1-10 are recorded and used in half size, the rest - entirely.

1. Half neck- measured at the base of the neck. The tape must be closed in the jugular cavity.
2. Half bust first- the tape runs horizontally behind the protruding points of the shoulder blades, in front - above the chest.
3. Half bust second- behind the measuring tape goes as in the previous version, in front it passes along the most protruding points of the chest. It is better to remove the first and second half-girths of the chest one after another, without changing the position of the tape on the back. Keep a natural posture, lower your arms down, but do not pinch the tape in the armpits.
4. Half bust third- the tape passes around the body strictly horizontally, in front - along the most protruding points of the chest, behind - keeping the horizontal. This measurement corresponds to the mass production size that suits you.
5. Half waist- measured by an auxiliary tape or elastic band located in the narrowest part of the figure. Do not try to create a waist yourself by tightening the cord. You are beautiful, no matter the size, and the right number will help the product sit well on the figure.
6. Half hips- the tape goes horizontally around the figure, behind - along the most protruding points of the buttocks, in front - taking into account the protrusion of the abdomen.
7. First chest width- measured horizontally between the anterior angles of the armpits, above the chest.
8. Second chest width- a measuring tape is applied horizontally between the front corners of the armpits through the most protruding points of the mammary glands.
9. chest center- measured between the most protruding points of the chest. This size, like the half-girth of the bust, varies depending on the shape and density of the bra you are wearing.
10. Back Width- measured along the shoulder blades between the rear corners of the armpits.
11. Front waist length- measured from the highest point of the proposed shoulder seam at the base of the neck to the waist line in front. The tape is placed vertically along the figure. To find the highest point of the shoulder seam, wear a thin jersey shirt. Where the shoulder seam rests on the neckline, there is the desired point. You can find it before starting measurements, mark it with chalk, and remove the T-shirt.
12. chest height- the distance from the highest point of the shoulder seam to the most protruding point of the chest.
13. back waist length one- measured from the seventh cervical vertebra to the waist line. If you feel the base of the neck at the back, you will find a protruding vertebra. He is what you need.
14. Back waist length second- measured from the highest point of the proposed shoulder seam at the base of the neck to the waistline at the back. The tape is located vertically, repeating the curves of the figure.
15. Back armhole height- the distance from the highest point of the shoulder seam to an imaginary horizontal line drawn from the posterior angle of the armpit.
16. Shoulder height oblique- measured from the end point of the shoulder to the point of intersection of the spine with the waist line. The end point of the shoulder can be found with a thin jersey tank top with sleeves. The place where the shoulder seam enters the sleeve seam is the point we need. Since you've marked your waist with a rubber band or ribbon, it should be easy to find the intersection of your waistline and spine.
17. Shoulder Width- the distance from the highest point of the shoulder seam at the base of the neck to the end point of the shoulder.
18. The length of the sleeve- measured from the end shoulder point to the desired length. The arm should be in a natural position, slightly bent at the elbow.
19. Shoulder girth- the tape runs strictly horizontally at the widest point of the shoulder.
20. wrist circumference- measured above the brush along the protruding bones.
21. Length of the product- measured from the seventh cervical vertebra to the desired length.

Skirt measurements

The number of measurements required for a skirt depends on its silhouette. For a sun skirt, you only need the length of the product and the half-circumference of the waist. To sew a pencil skirt, you need to measure the half-circumference of the hips. Skirt length is measured from the waistline to side seam to the desired level.

Trouser measurements

In addition to the half-circumferences of the waist and hips, a few more measurements will be required to build trousers.

1. seat height- measured on a sitting figure from the waistline along the side seam to the chair. For accurate measurements, the seating surface must be solid.
2. knee height- measured standing from the waistline along the side seam to the middle of the kneecap.
3. Width at the knee- especially important for tight trousers. The tape is located around the bent knee.
4. Pants width at the bottom- is selected according to the model. If you are going to sew tight trousers, then the width of the trousers along the bottom will be equal to the girth of the foot through the heel.
5. Length trousers- measured standing from the waist along the side seam to the desired length. In tight trousers, the length is taken to the bone. In medium or wide - up to the middle of the heel with which you will wear these trousers.

When creating a pattern, you need to remember that the measurements taken from the figure are not equal to the dimensions of the parts. When drawing drawings, an increase in freedom of fit is added to the measurements. This is not a constant value. It depends on the size of the figure, the properties of the fabric, the purpose and silhouette of the product, as well as on fashion.

Before you start sewing any product, you need to take measurements. A professional dressmaker knows that if you take measurements correctly, female figure- this is already half the success. And even if you have never done this, strictly following the instructions below, you can do it quickly enough.

Important: before you start taking measurements, put on the underwear that you intend to wear under this product, since modern tights can give the effect of "tightening" and remove from 1 to 3 cm in volume, and bras, on the contrary, add volume.

Tie a thin fabric trim around your waist, this simple trick is used by all professional dressmakers. It facilitates the removal of measurements associated with the waistline. We recommend reading about

Stand straight, without tension, do not slouch, do not bend your leg at the knee. After you take your measurements, you can compare them with standard ones in order to better understand and analyze the features of your figure.

1. Bust. This measurement is taken at the most protruding points of the chest. The centimeter should not be too tight or loose. It should fit snugly, but without stretch, to the body. The girth above the chest is measured over the breast glands.

2. Waist. Measured at the narrowest point, the measuring tape should fit snugly around the waist.

3. Girth of the hips. Measured at the most convex points of the buttocks. For women who have a "breeches effect", it is also recommended to duplicate the measurement (measure the volume just below the buttocks along the protruding parts of the "breeches".

If the first measurement is significantly smaller than the second, use the second, especially on garments that have a slim silhouette, such as a sheath skirt. In this case, the fitting of the product will have to be done directly when trying on the sour product.

4. Chest height. It is measured from the point of transition of the neck to the shoulder to the most protruding point of the chest.

5. Front length to waist. The length of the front to the waist (DPT) is measured from the point of transition of the neck to the shoulder (the base of the neck) through the most protruding point of the chest to the waist.

6-6a. Length of the product. For shoulder products, it is measured along the back from the seventh cervical vertebra to the desired length of the product (6), for belt products - along the back from the waist to the desired length of the product (6a).

7. Length back to waist. Measured from the seventh cervical vertebra to the waist line (DST).

8. Back width. Measured horizontally along the straightened back through the center of the shoulder blades.

9. Shoulder width. It is measured horizontally at the most protruding points from one shoulder to the other.

10. Shoulder length. It is measured from the base of the neck to the extreme point of the shoulder (the point of articulation of the shoulder with the arm).

11. Sleeve length. It is measured from the end point of the shoulder to the wrist along the arm slightly bent at the elbow. The length of the 3/4 sleeve is measured in the same way, but to the elbow.

12. Shoulder circumference (Arm circumference at the top). Measured across the widest part of the upper arm.

13. Neck girth. This measurement is around the base of the neck.

14. Armhole depth. The depth of the armhole can be measured as follows: hold a strip of paper 3–4 cm wide under the armpit. Measure along the back from the 7th cervical vertebra to the upper edge of the strip of paper.

By the way, using a strip of paper, you can take measurements and the width of the armhole. Hold a strip of paper horizontally under your armpit, put vertical lines to the left and right of your hand - this will be the width of the armhole.

Rice. How to measure armhole width

15. Hip height. Measured along the side from the waist line to the hip line. In order to accurately take this measurement, tie a thin trim around the waist and hips. Measure from between the inlays along the side line.

16. Leg length from the outside. Measured from the waist along the outside of the leg to the floor.

17. Leg length from the inside (step length). Measured along the inside of the leg from the groin to the floor.

18. Thigh girth. Measured horizontally 5 cm below the infragluteal crease along the thigh.

19. Knee girth. Measured horizontally 2 cm below the kneecap.

20. Knee height. Measured from the waist line to the middle of the knee.

21. Calf girth. It is measured horizontally along the most voluminous part of the lower leg.

22. Ankle girth. Measured horizontally at the thinnest point of the leg.

23. Seat height. Measured sitting on a flat surface, along the back, from the waistline to the surface.

How to take measurements? To sew any clothes, in most cases you will need a pattern. And in order to build it or correctly determine the size finished pattern in the magazine, you need to take measurements correctly.

We will tell you in detail how to take measurements for women's clothing and we will help you choose the allowances for fitting.

Basic Rules

First of all, we want to draw your attention to the fact that not all measurements can be taken alone. An assistant is needed to measure the back and sleeves. Here are a few more rules to follow in order to take accurate measurements:

• Wear the exact underwear (or the same type of underwear) that you will wear with finished product. A volume-adding bra or slimming tights makes a big difference!
• Tie a ribbon or ribbon around your waist.
• Take a natural posture. Lower your arms down, do not bend your legs.
• For greater accuracy, take each measurement several times and compare the results.
• The centimeter should lie tightly, but not tight. Try to position it horizontally.
• To find the seventh cervical vertebra, tilt your head down hard and feel for the first tubercle where the neck meets the body. Put a mark on your clothing or body.
• Also mark the shoulder point - the junction of the arm with the body, on clothing or on the body.

Now let's find out how to correctly take each measurement in order to build a pattern for women's clothing. In most magazines or books, the following abbreviations are used to indicate measurements taken: first capital letter for the type of measurement, small letters indicate the location where the measurement was taken. So, the letter "H" denotes the height, "D" - the length, "O" - the girth, "W" - the width.

Let's start with measurements of length and height, and the very first of them The total length of the product or "Di". In order to measure it correctly, you first need to decide how long your model should be. Then attach the edge of the tape measure to a point on the back at the base of the neck (the 7th cervical vertebra, further in the text "point 7") and lower it along the spine to the waist, and then down to the intended length of the model.

If you are sewing a skirt, start measuring from the waist to the length of the model, also along the back.

If you are sewing trousers, you will need to take a few measurements:

Front length (chipboard)- start measuring from a point at the waist, then lower the centimeter along the protruding part of the abdomen and continue to the floor.

Side length (dsb)- start measuring from a point at the waist, then lower the centimeter along the protruding part of the thigh and continue to the floor.

Back length (Dsz)- start measuring from a point at the waist, then lower the centimeter along the protruding part of the buttocks and continue to the floor.

Knee length (Dtk)- start measuring from the point at the waist, then lower the centimeter to the middle of the knee, to save time, this measurement is recorded in parallel with the Dsb measurement.

Step length (Lsh)- start measuring on the inside of the leg, from the groin and continue to the floor level.

Back length to waist (Dst or Ds)- Start measuring from point 7 and end at the waistline. Make sure that the centimeter lies exactly along the line of the spine and touches the back.

Front length to waist (Dpt or Dp)- start measuring from a point located at the base of the neck on the shoulder line (further point 1), then lower the centimeter to the protruding point of the chest and continue to the waist line.

Shoulder length (Dp)- measurement start from point 1 and end at the point of the beginning of the hand (next point 2).

Sleeve length (dr)- start measuring from point 2, move the centimeter along the outer side of the hand (towards the little finger) and end at the wrist line. The arm should be slightly bent at the elbow. For ¾ sleeves, finish measurement at elbow level (drl). If the arm is extended and lowered, end the measurement at the level of the beginning of the thumb.

Chest Height (Hg)- start measuring from point 1 and end at the most protruding point of the chest.

Front Shoulder Height (Vp or Vpp)- start measuring from point 2 and end at the most protruding point of the chest.

Shoulder height of the back oblique (Vpk)- start measuring from point 2 and end in the middle of the back along the waist line (the junction of the lines of the spine and waist).

Height (depth) of the armhole (Gp or Gpr)– You will need a long piece of paper about 3cm wide. Hold it under your arms. Start measuring from point 7 and end at the level of the top edge of the tape.

Hip Height (Wb)- measure from the side, starting from the waist line and ending at the hip line.

Seat Height (Sun)- Sit on a firm and flat surface. Take the measurement from behind, starting from the waistline, and ending at the level of the seat.

Now let's deal with the Width measurements.

Back Width (W)- measure at the level of the shoulder blades (in the center). Hold the tape measure horizontally and don't wind it under your armpits!

Shoulder Width (W)- measure between the extreme shoulder points (point 2 on each side). Keep the centimeter horizontal!

Chest Width (W) or Center of the chest (Cg)- measure between the protruding points of the chest. Keep the centimeter horizontal!

We turn to the measurements of the Circumference or Girth. They are often written and used in half size: Half Girth and Half Circle. In abbreviated records, then use the combination "By"

Chest circumference (Og or Og2)- take measurements along the protruding points of the chest, the centimeter should tightly wrap around the body.

Circumference above the chest and under the chest (Og1 and Og3)- measure above and below the chest, the centimeter should tightly wrap around the body.

Waist circumference (From)- measure along the intended waistline, the centimeter should tightly wrap around the body.

Hip circumference (R)- measure at the most protruding points of the buttocks. If it is necessary to take into account the protruding belly, attach a ruler to it vertically and take measurements taking into account this protrusion.

Hip Circumference (Lunch)- measure at the widest point of the leg, just below the infragluteal crease.

Leg circumference (he)- measure 10-15 cm above the knee.

Knee circumference (ok)- measure around the knee. For medium-width trousers, the leg should be bent, and for narrow ones, straightened.

Calf circumference (Oi)- measure in the widest part of the calf muscle

Neck circumference (Osh)- measure around the base of the neck, in front - above the jugular cavity.

Wrist circumference (Oz)- measure around the base of the brush.

Shoulder circumference (Op)- measure around the widest part of the arm (above, lowering the arm down).

Free fit allowances

If you build the pattern yourself, you will need to take into account the allowance for loose fit. These are not constant values, each type of clothing has its own increase, which also depends on what silhouette you want to get: adjoined, free or semi-adjacent.

We offer you a table of allowances for loose fit for all three silhouettes.

Women's measurements

1. Neck girth

2. Bust

3. Waist

4. Hip circumference

5. Girth at the level of the product length

Mark the position of the length of the blouse horizontally on the body with a ribbon, braid, belt. Place a measuring tape around your torso at the same length as your blouse. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

6. Girth of the biceps

7. Girth of the forearm at the level of the length of the sleeve 3/4

The tape runs 3-5 cm below the bend of the elbow (elbow crease), perpendicular to the forearm. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

8. Wrist circumference

9. Shoulder slope length

Measure the distance from the point of the base of the neck to the point of transition of the shoulder slope to the shoulder (as a rough guide, you can use the location of the seam for sewing in the shirt sleeve).

10. Sleeve length

11. Chest height

Measure the distance from the base of the neck to the most prominent point of the chest.

12. Center chest

Position the tape horizontally, measure the distance between the two most protruding points of the chest.

13. Chest width

Place the tape horizontally 2-3 cm above the front corners of the armpits and measure this distance. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

14. Back width

15. Length back to waist

Mark the waist line horizontally on the torso. Attach the tape to the back of the base of the neck (spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra) and measure along the spine to the waist.

Men's measurements

1. Neck girth

Measured at the base of the neck. Wrap the ribbon around the neck so that the lower edge of the ribbon passes through the point of the base of the neck at the back, and in front closes above the jugular cavity. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

2. Bust

Wrap the tape around the chest so that the tape runs horizontally through the most prominent points. chest. On the back, the tape is superimposed on the shoulder blades. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

3. The shape of the shoulders

4. Waist

Lay the tape horizontally around the torso at waist level. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

5. Hip circumference

When measuring the hips, the tape should run horizontally at the widest part of the hips along the most protruding points of the abdomen in front and the buttocks in the back. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

6. Girth of the biceps

Wrap the tape around your bicep at its widest point. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body. The hand should be relaxed.

7. Wrist circumference

Wrap the tape around your wrist. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

8. Sleeve length

A) Measure on a slightly bent arm the distance from the point of transition of the shoulder slope to the shoulder to the place where, in your opinion, should end long sleeve shirts.
b) Measure the distance from the transition point of the shoulder slope to the shoulder to the point where, in your opinion, should end short sleeve shirts.

9. Chest width

Measure the distance between the front corners of the armpits. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

10. Back width

Position the tape horizontally across your back and measure the distance between the back corners of your armpits. When measuring, the tape should fit snugly (but without tension) against the body.

11. Back length

Attach the tape to the base of the neck at the back and measure the desired length.

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