How to measure
yourself at home.
A perfectly tailored garment starts with accurate measurements. Here's how to do it right — in less than 10 minutes.
What you'll need
Soft tape measure
Not a steel one
Well-fitting garment
For reference
A helping friend
Or a full-length mirror
5 Quick Tips
For accurate, no‑surprise measurements.
A few extra minutes here save you from a sleeve that's too tight or a kurti that pulls in the wrong place.
- 1
Wear well-fitted innerwear while measuring
- 2
Use a soft flexible tape — never a steel one
- 3
Stand straight, relax your shoulders, look forward
- 4
Ask someone to help with shoulder & back measurements
- 5
Keep the tape snug but never pinched or pulled tight
The Six Key Points
Know where to measure.
The 6 most important measurement points for most garments.
- 1
Shoulder
Tip to tip across the back
- 2
Bust (full)
Around the fullest part
- 3
Waist
Narrowest part of the torso
- 4
Hip
Around the fullest part of the hips
- 5
Sleeve length
Shoulder tip to sleeve end
- 6
Garment length
Shoulder to desired hemline
Reference Charts
What we need from you
Use this checklist while sharing measurements on WhatsApp.
| Measurement | How to take it | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Bust (Full) | Around the fullest part | in |
| Upper Bust | Just above bust line | in |
| Waist | Narrowest part of torso | in |
| Shoulder | Tip to tip across back | in |
| Front Neck Depth | From shoulder line down | in |
| Back Neck Depth | From shoulder line down | in |
| Blouse Length | Shoulder to bottom hem | in |
| Sleeve Length | Shoulder tip to sleeve end | in |
| Armhole | Around the armpit | in |
Not sure? Just send us a photo + your favourite well-fitting garment's measurements on WhatsApp. We'll handle the rest.
Avoid These Common Mistakes
Small habits, big difference.
These are the slip-ups we see most often — easy to avoid once you know about them.
Pulling the tape tight to look slimmer
Keep it snug but never pinched
Measuring over thick clothes
Measure over well-fitted innerwear or a thin top
Holding your breath in
Breathe normally — that's your everyday body
Slouching while measuring
Stand straight, shoulders relaxed, looking ahead
Guessing waist position
Use the narrowest part of your torso (above hip)
Reading the tape upside-down
Use a mirror or get help with back & shoulder
Prefer a video call?
For bridal or premium orders we offer free 10-minute WhatsApp video sessions to take measurements together.
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