Understanding fit is essential, and we want to make sure you feel confident when choosing your size. Below is how we take each measurement so you can compare it with your own garments at home. All items are measured flat, and we recommend doing the same when checking your own pieces for accuracy.
Please note that a small difference of about 0.5–1 cm may occur since each item is measured by hand. Stretching the fabric while measuring can also lead to slightly larger numbers. We suggest keeping the garment relaxed and flat for the most accurate comparison.
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How We Measure – Tops
Shoulder Width
- Measure straight across from shoulder seam to shoulder seam on the back.
Chest Width
- Measure straight across the front of the garment, from armpit to armpit.
- Size chart chest measurements are shown as full circumference (×2).
Waist Width
- Measure across the narrowest part of the shirt — from seam to seam — between the chest and the hem.
Hem Width
- Measure straight across the bottom edge of the shirt, from one side seam to the other — just above the curved hem.
Sleeve Length (Set-In)
- Measure from the top of the shoulder seam straight to the end of the cuff.
Sleeve Length (Raglan)
- Measure from seam of collar all the way down to the end of the cuff.
Armhole
- Measure vertically from the shoulder seam down to the bottom of the armhole seam.
Body Length
- Measure from the center of the base of the collar (just below the collar band) straight down to the bottom hem.
How We Measure – Bottoms
Waist
- We begin by buttoning up the jeans. Then we lay them flat, making sure the waistband is smooth and even, with the front and back perfectly aligned.
- We measure straight across the top of the waistband from edge to edge.
- Double this number to get the full waist size. For example, 41 cm flat = approx. 82 cm waist.
Front Rise
- We measure the front rise from the crotch seam straight up to the top of the front waistband. Make sure the jeans are fully buttoned and laid flat without stretching or pulling.
- This measurement helps determine where the jeans will sit on your waist — higher rise means a more classic fit, while lower rise gives a more modern look.
Back Rise
- Back rise is measured from the crotch seam to the top of the back waistband. Just like the front, the jeans should be buttoned and laid flat with the fabric relaxed — no stretching.
- This measurement affects how the jeans fit around your seat and lower back. A deeper back rise provides more room and comfort, especially when sitting or bending.
Hip Width
- To measure the hip accurately, start by finding the correct measuring point:
- Measure 7.5 cm (or 3 inches) up from the crotch seam, then go straight across from side to side while the jeans are laid flat.
- Make sure the fabric is smooth and relaxed — no stretching.Double this number to get the full hip circumference.
Thigh Width
- To measure the thigh, lay the jeans flat and measure horizontally from the crotch seam straight out to the outer edge of the thigh. Make sure the fabric is smoothed out and flat, with no wrinkles or folds.
- This measurement helps give an idea of how roomy or tapered the upper leg will feel.
Knee
- To measure the knee width, we first find the correct point:
- Measure 33 cm (or 13 inches) down from the crotch seam along the inside leg seam.
- At that point, measure straight across the leg from one side to the other. This gives a good sense of how tapered or roomy the knee area is, especially for slim or wide fits.
Inseam
- For the inside leg measurement, we lay the jeans flat with the inseam centered and the leg straight. Then, following the inside seam, we measure from the crotch stitch all the way to the end of the leg.
Leg Opening
- With the jeans laid flat, measure straight across the bottom cuff — from one side of the leg opening to the other.
- Of all the jeans measurements we take, the hem width often has the biggest impact on the overall style and silhouette — especially when it comes to how the jeans fall over your shoes or boots.
