What are measurements? How to take measurements correctly? What exactly are they? Do I need to remove them? Is it possible to take correct measurements of yourself? There are many questions, but there is only one answer: you need to take measurements.
, and this must be done as accurately and correctly as possible. Hello, dear readers! Let's talk about taking measurements...
Shoulder Width Measurement
The main measurement concerning this part of the body is width. If you don't know how to measure your shoulders and where to start, then you should first of all find out the width of your shoulders. This is the easiest part of measuring as you just need to place one end of the measuring tape to the edge of one shoulder and then measure to the edge of the other shoulder. This is called shoulder width. At the same time, you need to make sure that the person is not hunched over, slouched or does not spread his shoulders too wide - they must be in a natural state for the measurement to be as accurate as possible. By the way, knowing your shoulder width can help you not only in choosing clothes in an online store or when sewing your own, but also in sports, since the “feet shoulder-width apart” position is very often used there. And if you know how to measure your shoulders and what their width is, then it will be much easier for you to take this position.
How to measure shoulders for clothes on Aliexpress?
Marking the shoulder size is not so difficult, the main thing is to know how to do it correctly. First of all, you will need a pen, paper and a measuring tape.
For the most accurate shoulder measurement, stand straight. It is even better if the posture is relaxed and calm, so that the position of the body does not change due to tension.
It is important to say about clothes. You should not take measurements in tight and thick clothes with a lot of decor. It is better to take measurements in thin underwear or even without it. In this case, you will get the most reliable result.
Shoulder Width Measurement
To measure shoulder width, first find the widest points on your shoulders. The distance between them is the required width.
If you need shoulder length, then measurements are taken slightly differently. In this situation, measurements are taken from the junction of the shoulder and arm to the base of the neck. For the most accurate result, it is better to bend your arm slightly at the elbow. This indicator is very important if you decide to purchase a shirt or other long-sleeved clothing Aliexpress
If you don’t have the opportunity to ask someone to measure the length or width of your shoulders, then you can take an old T-shirt and measure it.
Shoulder coverage
Another important parameter that you need to be able to measure is shoulder circumference. It is necessary to ensure that the sleeves are the right size and not too narrow or too wide. Therefore, everyone should pay special attention to this aspect when learning how to measure shoulders. The main point in this case is the correct choice of measurement location. In fact, upper arm reach is a misnomer because it measures the reach of the forearm, but the name doesn't really matter. But the only important thing is that this parameter must be measured in the widest part, that is, on the biceps. It is worth noting that the hand should be in a relaxed state, freely extended along the body. There is no need to strain your muscles during the measurement process, since in this situation the sleeve will be much wider.
It is also very important not to tighten the measuring tape on your bicep too much so that the skin underneath it contracts, otherwise the reading will be inaccurate and the sleeve will end up smaller than needed this time. To measure, place the end of the measuring tape at the selected point and wrap the tape around your forearm until you feel that you are starting to pull - then take the final measurement. For accuracy, this measurement can be performed several times.
What information do I need to include in my order?
When placing an order, you must indicate the employee's dimensional measurements as accurately as possible.
, including:
height, chest and waist circumference
(for men),
hip circumference
(for women).
It is important to measure all employees correctly using these instructions rather than relying on information provided by employees. As they say, it’s better to measure seven times
…
The correctness of taking clothing sizes and placing an order directly affects the result of tailoring. If incorrect information is provided in the order or the clothes are sewn in inappropriate sizes, the result will not meet expectations.
Shoulder length measurement
Another parameter that may be useful to you is the length of the shoulder. Given the fact that there is also a neck between one shoulder and the other, you will not be able to divide the width of the shoulders in half to get each indicator separately. Therefore, a separate measure was introduced - shoulder length. It is measured from the base of the neck to the end of the shoulder, and again it is best to take several measurements to ensure that you get a more accurate figure and do not make mistakes. In clothing, the shoulder length may differ from your anatomical parameters - it depends on how exactly you want to sew the item of clothing.
Taking shoulder measurements
Taking these measurements is enough to sew blouses, shirts, vests, jackets, and coats. Everything that is put on the shoulders. Let's decide on them. The first 10 measurements are recorded in half terms. The remaining measurements taken for sewing the shoulder product are recorded in full.
- Half neck circumference
. The tape closes in the jugular cavity, passing behind the 7th vertebra. The vertebra is easy to find. Nature “took care” that it is the most prominent on the neck. - Half chest circumference is the first
- the measuring tape goes horizontally along the most protruding points on the shoulder blades, and in front - above the chest. - The half-circumference of the chest is the second
- from the back as in the 2nd measurement. In front along the protruding points of the chest. It is convenient to do the 2nd and 3rd measurements one after the other. The position of the tape on the back does not change, but in the front it does. The posture is natural. It is better not to pinch the tape under your armpits. - Half chest girth is third
- the torso is measured strictly horizontally. The reference point is the most protruding points of the chest. By the way, this measurement is the very size that is used as a dimensional indicator in mass production. - Half waist
- it is convenient to use an elastic band tied at the narrowest part of the figure. Do not tighten the lace... This measurement must be reliable. - Semi-circumference of the hips
- the measurement is taken horizontally around the entire figure, at the back the tape passes along the protruding points of the buttocks. From the front you need to take into account the tummy. - The first width of the chest
is horizontal along the front corners of the armpits. Measured above the chest. - Chest width is second
- the distance is measured between the same points as in the 7th dimension, but the measuring tape passes through the most protruding points of the chest. - Center of the chest
- the measurement is taken between the protruding points of the chest. - Back width
- measures the distance between the back corners of the armpits. - Front Waist Length
- Measurement is taken from the highest point of the shoulder seam (where you expect it to be located) to the front waistline. The tape is laid vertically. You can find the highest point of the shoulder seam very simply by wearing a light knitted T-shirt. The desired point will be located on the shoulder seam where it adjoins the neckline. It is also convenient to mark it with a textile marker. It will then be easily washed off with water. The shirt comes off, of course. - Chest height
- measure the distance from the highest point of the shoulder seam (marked with a marker) to the most protruding point of the chest. - The length of the back waist is the first
- we measure from the 7th cervical vertebra to the waist line. - The length of the back waist is the second - again from the point of the shoulder seam at the base of the neck to the waist line at the back. The tape runs vertically along the curves of the figure.
- The height of the back armhole
is the distance from the highest point of the shoulder seam to a conventional horizontal line, which is drawn along the back corner of the armpit. - Oblique shoulder height
- measured from the end point of the shoulder to the point where the waist line intersects with the spine. The end point of the shoulder can also be found using a light knitted T-shirt, but with a sleeve. Where the shoulder seam is sewn into the stitching seam of the sleeve itself is where the desired point is located. The shirt should not be too loose. And since the waist is marked with braid, it is easy to find the intersection of the waist and spine. - Shoulder width
is the distance from the highest point of the shoulder seam (base of the neck) to the end shoulder point defined by the sleeved T-shirt. - Sleeve length
- measured from the end shoulder point to the desired length. The arm is slightly bent at the elbow. This is her natural position. - Shoulder circumference
- horizontally at the fullest part of the shoulder. - Wrist circumference
- measured directly above the hand along the bones that protrude. - The length of the product
is from the 7th cervical vertebra, its bony process, to the required length.
Taking measurements for a skirt
The set of measurements needed to design a skirt depends on which skirt silhouette is chosen. For example, for a circle skirt, only 2 measurements are needed. This is the length of the product and the waist circumference. For a pencil skirt, you need to take measurements from the hips (half hip circumference). The length of the skirt is always measured from the waist line strictly along the side seam to the desired level. Even low-waisted skirts.
Separate parameter
These are the three main parameters that are the keys to how to measure your shoulders correctly. But there is an additional aspect that does not require a measuring tape, because it must be measured visually. This is the tilt of the shoulders. This parameter has only three values, but it can greatly affect the process of sewing clothes. In this case, it doesn't take a genius to figure out how to measure your shoulders and their slope. It is enough just to know that the standard degree at which they are located is somewhere between 20 and 25. Such numbers are considered normal, while a larger angle means sloping shoulders, and a smaller angle means square. This parameter should also be taken into account when choosing clothes remotely or when sewing them yourself.
How to take measurements: general rules
- To create a pattern for a dress, skirt or trousers, measurements must be taken using the underwear. When trying on, wear the underwear with which you intend to wear the product. This is important because different bra shapes, for example, can change the height and girth of your bust.
- 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 a position familiar to your body. It is quite difficult to take quality measurements of yourself. When the position of the body changes, its size also changes. A possible way out of the situation: take a product that fits you very well and take measurements from it.
- Mark the natural level of your waist with an elastic band or thin cord - this will simplify the task.
- Since the human body is symmetrical, the pattern is usually only drawn to the middle of the figure. For ease of use, some measurements are recorded in half size. These measurements include the semi-circumference of the neck, chest, waist and hips, back width, width and center of the chest. The remaining dimensions are recorded and used in full.
- Different countries have slightly different pattern making systems and measuring methods. And depending on the school, the names of the measurements may vary within one country. If you are not sure what size we are talking about, read the description. This way you can quickly find a match.
Peculiarities
The human physique is a combination of several parameters: the size of the torso, the shape of the torso, the proportions of individual parts of the body and the physiological characteristics of the structure of the tissues of the human body. The concept of “physique” is rather a medical term. In everyday life, fitness, physical education, modeling and tailoring, the most common term is “figure”. Within the framework of the constitution, each person has his own individual figure, which is determined long before his birth. It depends only on the parental genes what the future child’s height, shoulder width, and foot size will be. Due to the huge variety of hereditary factors, no one can predict what body features a person will inherit. The figure is also influenced by gender, profession, and sports activities.
