Measuring For Your Pattern Size

Aletheia Sizing

Here at Aletheia Patterns, all proportions are welcome, but the Pear-shape is something to celebrate!

Measure around your body above the bust and under the arms. Measure without a bra, over skin.

Measure around the fullest part of your bust. Measure with the type of bra you intend to wear under the garment.

This is the narrowest part of your torso. Note – this will not necessarily be where the waistline of your garment will sit.

Place tape at the fullest part of your hips with feet together.

Measure around the fullest part of each upper arm. Use the larger of the 2 measurements (it’s very normal to have one bicep larger than another!).

Use your Upper Bust measurement for Tops & Dresses. Use your Hip/Seat measurement for Skirts & Pants

While measuring, the tape should be parallel to the floor all the way around. Pull the tape firm but without cinching in at the body.