Measuring guide
Follow the below steps to get your correct measurements. Compare your measurements to the garment size guide to find the size that’s right for you.
Keep in mind that you wear your uniform every day so when measuring leave a little extra space for comfort and ease of movement.
Women
Bust
Place the measuring tape under your armpits. Measure all the way around the fullest part of your bust and your back. Keep the measuring tape in a straight line all the way around.
Waist
Measure all the way around the slimmest part of your natural waist, which is approximately 1-2 fingers above your belly button.
Hips
Measure all the way around the fullest part of your thighs and bottom. Keep the measuring tape in a straight line all the way around.
Men
Collar
Measure all the way around your neck, just below the Adam’s apple. Keeping the measuring tape straight and a little loose for comfort.
Chest
Place the measuring tape under your armpits. Measure all the way around your back and the fullest part of your upper torso. Keep the measuring tape in a straight line all the way around.
Waist
Place the tape measure at the top of the hipbones or where your pants usually sit. Measure all the way around keeping the tape measure in a straight line.
Measuring tips
- For more accurate results wear lightweight fitted clothing and remove items from pockets.
- Stand straight in a natural position with your arms by your side.
- Keep measuring tape flat and taut but not stretched.
- Measure in a straight line around your body.
- Ask a friend or colleague to help if needed.
Special make measuring guide
Special Make is a service we offer to customers that fall outside our standard size range.
To ensure your Special Make garment is a good fit we will need your actual body measurements. These measurements will determine the fit, shape and size that are right for you.
To complete you measurement please download our Special Make measuring guide. Once completed please email to: sales@designstoyou.com.au
