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How to measure

Before calculating a sweater.

1234561. Bust: fullest point2. Waist: narrowest3. Hips: fullest4. Neck: at the base5. Cross-back: between shoulder bones6. Upper arm: fullest part of arm
Take measurements over thin clothing; do not pull the tape tight

How to do it

  1. Chest: around the fullest points, with the tape held horizontally.
  2. Waist: the narrowest point; hips: the widest.
  3. Neck: at the base.
  4. Shoulder width: across the back between the shoulder bones.
  5. Upper arm: the widest part of the arm; wrist: just above the wrist bone.
  6. Arm length: from the shoulder bone to the wrist, with the arm slightly bent.

Tip

The most accurate way is to measure a favorite sweater and choose the ease.

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