Start by holding the end of the tape measure at the center front of your body in line with the fullest part of your bust. Measure the circumference of your chest. Take the measurements listed above. Girth measurements lower body. When taking body measurements you need to. Measure the circumference of your waist.
When recording make sure the tape is lying flat on the skin and is horizontal and perpendicular to the spine. Measure each thigh by wrapping the tape around it and noting the circumference. Shoulders i put my arms together and work with the meter as if its a scarf aiming to put it over where my collarbone is. And dont forget to weigh yourself each time you take your measurements. Wrap a tape measure around the fullest part of your bust. Measure yours to see how close it is to 1 inch.
Pass the tape under your arm and wrap it around your back. Using a tape measure. How to take body measurements method 1 of 4. So the mirror one obviously i stand in front of a full body mirror and look for middlessmallestbiggest parts or where my scarsspots are. In model miniatures such as standard dollhouse scale 112 1 inch is equal to roughly 1 foot. You will need many of the measurements.
The gluteal girth measurement is taken at the level of the where the gluteal buttock muscles protrude the most. Five key measurements there are five key areas of your body you should measure. Place one end of the tape measure at the fullest part of your bust wrap. Tailoring or making clothing. One inch 25 cm is roughly the measurement from the top knuckle on your thumb to your thumb tip. Use the correct type of tape measure.
Check out the easy to follow instructions for getting accurate measurements for each body part below. Consistency is key so make sure youre taking your measurements the same way each time. Neck i aim for the middle of my neck. Use the tape to circle. Bring it back to meet the end in the front. Remember to take the measurement for both your thighs.
The measurement is taken after the individual completes a normal exhalation. Arms chest waist hips and legs. Though the difference may not be much it is important that you take measurements for both. After all you should always have a thumb handy for a guide for measuring items under 6 inches 15cm. Place the tape around the fullest part of your thighs and stand with your legs a little apart.