“how to take measurements” ©1926

If there is any marked difference between your measurements and the pattern you intend using, study the diagrams on the following pages before you cut your goods.

Side Torso fig C

1926 Vogue measuring guide figure C side torso
  • 17 Measurement of armhole, figure C.
  • 18 Measurement of muscle above elbow.
  • 19 Measurement of elbow.
  • 20 Measurement of muscle below elbow.
  • 21 Measurement of wrist.
  • 22 to 23. Measurement of front from centre of neck in back, figure D, to natural waistline at centre front, figure C.
  • 22 to 24. Measurement of front from centre of neck in back, figure D, to hip-bone, figure C.
  • 25 Length of underarm from armpit to natural waistline.
  • 26 Width across front: Take this measurement across front from side seams, 8 inches below natural waistline, figure C.
  • 27 Width bust across front: take this measurement over bust, from side seams, figure D.

Side Torso Measurements: 17-21 are important measurements for long skinny sleeves, found in many 1920s and early 1930s styles. 22-24 is a good measurement to determine hem length of blouses. 26 &27 are the bust and hip front measurements only. Armpit to waistline (25) is perfect for long or short waisted individuals, if you notice clothes never fit the waist correctly, you should always use this measure.

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