Sizing guide
BODY MEASUREMENTS
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUST | 84cm 33" |
89cm 35" |
94cm 37" |
99cm 39" |
104cm 41" |
| WAIST | 66cm 26" |
71cm 28" |
76cm 30" |
81cm 32" |
86cm 34" |
| HIGH HIPS | 78cm 30 ¾" |
83cm 32 ¾" |
88cm 34 ¾" |
93cm 36 ¾" |
98cm 38 ¾" |
| HIPS | 90cm 35 ½" |
95cm 37 ½" |
100cm 39 ½" |
105cm 41 ½" |
110cm 43 ½" |
HOW TO TAKE YOUR MEASUREMENTS
The bust is measured at the widest part of the chest while taking a deep breath.The waist is measured at its narrowest part, slightly above the belly button.
The high hips are measured half-way between the widest part of the buttocks and the waist.
The hips are measured at the widest part of the buttocks, next to the wrists.
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR SIZE
Choose your size by comparing your body measurements with the BODY MEASUREMENTS table above or the one provided with the instructions, not according to the size you buy in stores.To choose a size, pick one with the closest measurements to yours. As a rule of thumb, top, dress or coat size is chosen according to your bust, and skirt or pant size according to your hips.
If your measurements are in between two sizes, pick the larger one.
HOW TO ADD SIZES
If your measurements are not included in the chart above, add more sizes to the pattern by extending the grading nest. Download our tutorial on how to add sizes to a multi-size pattern here.
HEIGHT
Our patterns are drafted according to a height of 1m63 (5ft4). If needed, cut through the adjustment lines on the pattern to lengthen or shorten the garment. Download our tutorial on how to adjust a pattern for petite or tall here.