MEASURING INSTRUCTIONS Before beginning, read the guidelines below and compare your measurements to the charts above. For the best fit, wear little or no clothing while measuring, and use a fabric tape measure. Bust: Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your bust, then drop your arms to your sides to measure. Waist: Measure around your natural waistline, keeping the tape comfortably loose. Hips: Stand with your heels together, and measure around the fullest part of your hips.