How to measure | Ruscoe Artfashion

If you are able to book a schedule to see me on the contacts page, then there is no need to worry about measurements. Otherwise, please carefully read the below information.

I loved one of the designs online, how do I measure myself?

When taking these measurements, use a cloth tape measure, not a metal one. Make sure that, when you circle your chest, waist, or hips, the tape is level and neither too tight nor too loose. Also measure yourself on your bare skin, not over clothes. And this may sound silly, but don’t trust your memory — be sure to write the measurements down!

Chest: Measure the circumference of your chest. Place one end of the tape measure at the fullest part of your bust, wrap it around (under your armpits, around your shoulder blades, and back to the front) to get the measurement.

Waist: Measure the circumference of your waist. Use the tape to circle your waist (sort of like a belt would) at your natural waistline, which is located above your belly button and below your rib cage. (If you bend to the side, the crease that forms is your natural waistline.) Don’t suck in your stomach, or you’ll get a false measurement. If you generally wear your clothes below your waist, take that measurement as well.

Hips: Measure the circumference of your hips. Start at one hip and wrap the tape measure around your rear, around the other hip, and back to where you started. Make sure the tape is over the largest part of your buttocks. Because making sure the tape is level back there can be hard, try to do it in front of a mirror.

Thigh: Measure the circumference of the fullest part of your thigh. Wrap the tape measure around your thigh from front to back and then around to the front. You may be tempted to cheat by lowering the tape measure a few inches, but then you won’t get an accurate measurement.

Upper arm: Measure the circumference of your arm. Wrap the tape measure around the widest part of your upper arm from front to back and around to the start point.

Sleeve length: Get help for this one because it’s hard to do yourself. Place your hand at your waist (your elbow should be bent at a 90-degree angle). Then start at the middle of the back of your neck and measure to your shoulder, down your arm to the elbow, and then on to the wrist.

Skirt length - Measure from waist to floor length. Add the height of the heels you will be airing as well.

Below is a diagram to help you measure. Required measurements will depend on your chosen design. You can also book a video call with me to assist you with measurements. Just send me an email via the contacts page to arrange an agreeable and suitable time. This service is free

If the design or garment you have chosen doesn't need specific measurements, you can just let us know the Ruscoe size you prefer.

Size Chart

Please be careful when you are doing your own measurements. Do not forget that I am always here to help so send me any inquiries or questions via the contact page and I will reply to you as soon as possible.