Body

LEARN YOUR PROPORTIONS.

Use a soft tape, stand relaxed, and measure over light clothing. Bust, waist and full hip are needed; the rest just add detail.

Shouldersoptional

Across your back, from one shoulder point to the other.

Bust

Around the fullest part of your chest, tape level all the way around.

Waist

Your natural waist — usually the narrowest point, above your belly button.

High hipoptional

About 4 inches / 10 cm below your waist, around your hip bones.

Full hip

Around the fullest part of your hips and seat.