How to Measure / Custom Sizing Guide

The Atelier Guide

How to Measure

To ensure your bespoke Eastern wear fits flawlessly, accurate measurements are essential. Follow our guide below to measure yourself correctly, or use our standard garment size charts as a reference.

Taking Your Body Measurements

Keep the measuring tape comfortably snug but not tight. We recommend having someone assist you for the most accurate results.

1Shoulder

Measure across the top of your back, from the edge of one shoulder bone straight across to the other.

2Chest & Bust

Measure around the fullest part of your bust. Keep the tape straight across your back and parallel to the floor.

3Natural Waist

Measure around the narrowest part of your torso, typically right above your belly button.

4Hips

Stand with your feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks.

5Sleeve Length

Measure from the top shoulder seam down the outside of your arm to your desired cuff length.

6Kameez / Shirt Length

Measure from the highest point of your shoulder, straight down to your desired hemline.

Specialty Silhouettes: Maxis, Gowns, and Sarees

Maxis & Floor-Length Gowns: Measure from the highest point of your shoulder straight down to the floor. You must wear the exact heels you plan to pair with the outfit while measuring to ensure the hemline hovers perfectly.

Saree Blouses & Cholis: Please provide your exact bust circumference, under-bust circumference, and your desired blouse length (measured from the shoulder down to the midriff).

Standard Garment Size Charts

Important Atelier Note: The charts below represent the flat measurements of the finished garment in inches. When submitting custom measurements to us, please provide your exact body measurements. Our master tailors will automatically add the correct breathing room and ease required for your chosen fabric and silhouette.

Kameez / Kurta (Tops)

Garment Measurement XS Small Medium Large XL
Shoulder 13.5 14 14.5 15.5 16.5
Chest (Flat) 18 19 20.5 22 23
Waist (Flat) 16.5 17.5 19 20.5 22
Hips (Flat) 19.5 20.5 22.5 24 25.5
Armhole 8 8.5 9.5 10.5 11
Standard Length 42 - 46 42 - 46 42 - 47 42 - 48 42 - 48

Trousers / Bottoms

Garment Measurement XS Small Medium Large XL
Standard Length 37 37 38 39 39
Waist (Relaxed Elastic) 12.5 13.5 14.5 16 17
Waist (Fully Stretched) 20 21 22.5 24 25.5
Thigh (Flat) 12 12.5 13.5 14.5 15.5
Bottom Opening (Pancha) 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5

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