Important information about measurements
The basis of a good pattern is reliable, accurate measurements. A catsuit can be designed in 5, 10 or even 25 sizes. The more sizes there are, the less uncertainty there is and the better the end result. The many sizes also include cross-check measurements, which help to filter out inaccuracies and measurement errors. If you still have questions about your measurements, we will contact you using the contact details you provided.
The following information will help you take your measurements correctly.
1. You will find text help for each size in the size chart.
2. Take all measurements, not just the ones you think you might need!
3. If possible, send us a photo of yourself from the front, side, and possibly from behind. You can be wearing a swimsuit, yoga/running clothes, or even a T-shirt and sweatpants.
4. The measurements are interrelated, so the same measurement point must be exactly the same for each measurement. For example, if the position of the 7th cervical vertebra in one measurement is different from the position used in another measurement, the finished garment will not fit properly. This is why the location of the measurement point is more important than its accuracy.
5. Always take measurements with a tight measuring tape, but do not cut into the skin. Use a tailor’s tape measure! It is inexpensive. Metal measuring tapes and colstocks are not suitable!
6. Do not subtract or add anything from the measurements you take. We basically make clothes to be comfortably snug, so we need accurate measurements. If you have your own preferences (loose, tight), let us know and we will make it the way you want it.
7. In general, the shorter the measurement, the more accurate it needs to be: for short measurements, e.g. eyes, mouth, mm accuracy is required, while for larger measurements, e.g. bust or waist, you can round up to the nearest half centimeter.
8. The most important thing is to tie a string around your waist: this will help you to always measure from the same place.
9. Always take measurements in a natural posture, do not hold your breath, do not pose, do not pull in your stomach. Where more precise instructions are needed, I will indicate this for the given measurement.
10. Some measurements are difficult to take on your own. If you don’t have help, make sure you don’t slouch, lean, or stand crookedly or sideways.
11. The easiest way to identify the 7th cervical vertebra is to bend your head forward and find the protruding bone at the top of your spine. Place your finger on it, then lift your head and there it is.
12. It may help to mark the 7th cervical vertebra with a washable marker so that you always take measurements from the same place.
13. If you are very unsure about taking measurements, you can also mark other measurements with a felt-tip pen: chest size at the spine, hip bone and hip size at the side line, or the end of the shoulder bone at the shoulder, or even the waist line marked by the string, front, back and side. This is a good way to prevent the measuring points from slipping when taking different measurements. See point 4.
14. When taking measurements, wear a comfortable, properly sized, well-fitting bra that is not push-up, padded, or underwired. This is especially important for bust size, underbust size, and bust depth.
15. If you want to wear the garment with a push-up or padded bra, take your measurements with the bra you will be wearing.
16. There is no need to rush. If you are unsure, feel free to measure each size 2-3 times to rule out any errors.
17. The essential measurements are necessary for making the dress, while the optional measurements are used to make the dress as accurate as possible. The more measurements you send, measured as accurately as possible, the better the dress will be.
18. If you come to us for measurements: girls should wear a sports bra, boys should wear traditional boxer shorts!
If you are unsure, feel free to ask, or we will be happy to measure you in our workshop!
