Side Torso fig C
- 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.