Taking Body Measurements............pptx

Powerpoint

1. Look at the picture , can you explain the message of this image?

2. Proper tool is essential in taking correct body measurement. Parts of body to be measured can be taken in: Horizontal measurement is taken from the left of the figure to the right. Vertical measurement is taken from the top of the body figure to its base. 3. Circumferential measurement is taken around the body.

3. Examples: Neck - Loosely measure around the circumference at the base of your neck. Bust - Lift your arms to the side. Measure around your body crossing over the fullest part of your bust. (The tape measure must run directly over your nipples and across your shoulder blades on your back). Bust to Bust - Measure from your one nipple to your other nipple. Upper Bust - Measure around the torso directly above the bust line. From armhole to armhole +- 8cm down from neck.

4. Lower Bust - Measure around the torso directly under the bustline Waist - Measure around the waist at the narrowest natural waistline point, allowing 2 fingers between your waist and tape measure. Hips - Measure around the fullest part of your hips. As a guide, this is often 20cm below your natural waistline. Stand with your knees together. Shoulder to Bust - Measure from tip of the shoulder to the centre of bust (nipple).

5. Shoulder to Shoulder - Measure across the back of neck from socket of one shoulder to socket of the other shoulder. Shoulder to Neck - Measure from base of neck along top of shoulder to the shoulder socket. Down Center Back - Measure from nape of neck to natural waist. Back Shoulder to Waist - Measure from tip of shoulder to natural waist line.

6. Arm Hole - Measure around the shoulder under the armpit. Side Seam - Measure from under armpit to natural waistline down.

7. Directions: Identify whether the following are vertical measurements, horizontal measurements or circumferential measurements

8. Questions: When tailoring trousers or skirts, why is it essential to measure the inseam length accurately? How does measuring the chest accurately contribute to finding the right fit for clothing, especially for men?