Bust: Measure around the fullest part of the chest, keeping the tape level
Underbust: Measure directly under the bust, snug but not tight
Waist: Measure around the narrowest part of the waist
High hip: Measure around the upper hip area, about 3 to 4 inches below the waist
Full hip: Measure around the fullest part of the hips and seat
Shoulder width: Measure from one shoulder edge to the other across the back
Shoulder to bust: Measure from the shoulder point to the fullest part of the bust
Shoulder to waist: Measure from the shoulder point down to the natural waist
Shoulder to hem: Measure from the shoulder point to the desired dress length
Front waist length: Measure from the shoulder at the neck base down the front to the waist
Back waist length: Measure from the prominent bone at the base of the neck down the back to the waist
Armhole: Measure around the armhole area with the arm relaxed
Sleeve length: Measure from the shoulder point to the wrist or desired sleeve length
Upper arm: Measure around the fullest part of the upper arm
Wrist: Measure around the wrist if making fitted sleeves
Neck circumference: Measure around the base of the neck
Dress length: Measure from the highest shoulder point to the desired hemline
Skirt length: Measure from the waist to the desired hemline
Waist to hip: Measure from the waist down to the fullest hip point
Across back: Measure horizontally across the back from one armhole to the other
Across front: Measure horizontally across the front from one armhole to the other
Keep the tape snug, level, and not twisted
Wear fitted clothing or undergarments similar to what will be worn with the dress
Stand naturally while taking measurements
Record each measurement in inches or centimeters consistently