Fitting guide

Chest

Wrap the tape around the fullest part of the chest and across the shoulder blades. Keep the tape level, then let your arms rest at your sides.

Waist

Measure around the natural waist, where your body folds when you bend sideways. If trousers sit higher, take a second measurement at the waistband position.

Sleeve

With your elbow slightly bent, measure from the shoulder point to the wrist. Use the shoulder seam on a jacket that already fits you as a reference.

Inside leg

Measure along the inside seam of trousers that fit, from the crotch seam to the hem. Check the length against your stage shoes.

Compare like with like

Chest and waist on a listing are garment circumferences. Compare them with a similar garment you can move in, or allow extra room when comparing with body measurements. Check sleeve and leg lengths directly. If you’ll be dancing, reaching or layering a waistcoat, mention it in your inquiry.