Achieving the perfect fit for your outfit is essential for both comfort and style. At MadeByGaia, we understand the importance of precise measurements to tailor your linen outfits to perfection.
In this guide, we'll walk you through the key body measurements needed to ensure your linen garments fit flawlessly, catering specifically to men's sizing.
To ensure a perfect outfit, please provide the following body measurements to MadeByGaia:
- Shoulder width
- Neck
- Chest
- Waist
- Hips
- Arm length
- Bicep
- Inseam
- Hem length for pants
- Hem length for tops
Shoulder Width
To measure your shoulder width:
- Stand straight with your body relaxed.
- Place one end of the measuring tape at the edge of your shoulder.
- Measure from this point across the top of your shoulder to the point where your shoulder ends on the other side.
Neck
For neck measurement:
- Stand straight with your body relaxed.
- Place one end of the measuring tape at the front of your neck.
- Wrap the tape around your neck, passing it across the back and meeting it again at the front.
- Ensure the tape is snug but not too tight.
Chest
To measure your chest:
- Stand straight with your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of your chest, typically across the nipples.
- Ensure the tape is parallel to the ground and snug against your skin, but not too tight.
Waist
For waist measurement:
- Stand straight with your body relaxed.
- Locate your natural waistline, typically the narrowest part of your torso.
- Wrap the measuring tape around your waist, ensuring it is snug but not too tight.
Hips
To measure your hips:
- Stand straight with your feet together.
- Locate the fullest part of your hips, typically around the widest part of your buttocks.
- Wrap the measuring tape around your hips, ensuring it is parallel to the ground and snug against your skin, but not too tight.
Arm Length
For arm length measurement:
- Stand straight with your arms relaxed and extended.
- Start at the top of the shoulder, where the shoulder meets the arm.
- Measure down along the outer edge of the arm to where you want the sleeve to end.
Bicep
To measure your bicep:
- Stand straight with your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Locate the fullest part of your upper arm, typically around the midpoint between your shoulder and elbow.
- Wrap the measuring tape around your upper arm, ensuring it is snug but not too tight.
Inseam
For inseam measurement:
- Stand straight with legs slightly apart.
- Place the measuring tape at the inner seam of your pants or trousers.
- Measure from the crotch seam down to the bottom edge of the hem.
Hem length for pants
To measure hem length for pants:
- Stand straight with your feet slightly apart.
- Place the measuring tape at the outer corner of the pants, at the bottom of the hem.
- Measure up along the outer side of the pants to the desired hem length.
Hem length for tops
For hem length measurement:
- Ensure the shirt hangs naturally and is straight.
- Start at the highest point of the shirt, typically the shoulder seam or the highest point of the shoulder.
- Measure down along the side of the shirt to where you want the hem to end.
In conclusion, accurate measurements are the cornerstone of a well-fitted garment. By following these simple measurement tips, you can ensure that your linen outfits from MadeByGaia fit you perfectly, enhancing both your comfort and style.
