Taking Body Measurement

Tight fit clothing are best for taking body measurements.

• TRUE

• FALSE

A yardstick is the best tool for taking body measurement

• TRUE

• FALSE

This measurement is found when you stand against a wall and measure from the top of your head to the floor.

• Head

• Height

I am the smallest part of the mid section

• Width

• Waist

When you measure from the groin to the floor on the inside of the leg you get me.

• inseam

• side seam

The ____________________________ measurement is taken at the fullest part of the lower body.

• Hip

• Chest

This part is found 2-3 inches above the full bust.

• Chest

• High Bust

Measuring from the shoulder joint over the bend to the wrist gives this measurement.

• Arm

• Sleeve Length

Standing straight measure from the waist to the floor at the side

• Out Seam

• In Seam

Beginning at the collar bone over the chest or bust down to the waist is where you will find this measurement.

• Front Waist Length

• Shoulder