>> How to measure
We prefer taking measurements in person, for accuracy. However, if you're not able to come to us in Canberra, please follow these instructions for taking measurements. Since we pride ourselves on making corsets that fit and are comfortable, it is important that you take accurate measurements when placing a long distance order. Yes, there are a lot of measurements to take—you'll need a friend to help you.
The illustrations on the left show you an overall view of where to measure. We ask for front and back measurements because no one is a perfect cylinder, and you will find they aren't just half of the whole.
We find it helps to take an eyeliner pencil or similar and mark your half way line on the side of your body—from under arm to hip. Looks funny, but it helps with accuracy. Also make sure your front and back measurements are equal to the total measurement (front waist + back waist = waist circumferance).
A tip to help you find your waist: stand straight, bend sideways and note where your body folds on itself. This is your waist according to our system of measuring. Don't be alarmed if it's higher or lower than you thought it was—you have probably just discovered whether you are short or long waisted, hence why some tops and dresses don't fit you properly.
We are happy for you to send your measurements in either Imperial or Metric, just stick to one type.
And gents, we need the exact same set of measurements to make your corsets too.
Measurement Number/Name
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Horizontal measurements
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Front
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Back
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Total
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1. High bust
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2. Bust
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3. Bust width (nipple to nipple)
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n/a
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4. Under bust
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5. Waist
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6. High hip (midway between waist and full hip)
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7. Full hip (the widest bit, or 22cm below waist)
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Vertical measurements
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8. Bust depth (high bust to under bust over fullest part of the breast)
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n/a
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9. High bust to waist—centre front
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n/a
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n/a
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10. Waist to full hip—centre front
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n/a
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n/a
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11. High bust to waist—side
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n/a
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12. Waist to full hip—side
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n/a
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13. Back neck to waist
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n/a
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14. Back waist to full hip (over the curvy bit!)
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n/a
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n/a
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