The phrase
"garment measurements" refers to taking and recording specific numerical values that describe the size and proportions of a piece of clothing.
Full definition
Although bust, waist and hip measurements are the same as regular female clothing, all
other garment measurements have to be altered to fit in petite clothing.
Please note that throughout all our sizing charts for women, the measurements you will see are based on actual body measurements,
not garment measurements.
Garment measurements with reference to Ladies size S are: shoulder width of 37 cm, chest circumference of 88 cm, sleeve length of 57 cm, and torso length from shoulder to hem of 61 cm.
Developed the Finished Garment Specifications for all graded sizes as indicated in style set up, including tolerances, before and after wash measurements if applicable, grade pattern to
meet garment measurement specifications.
Visit our Sizing Guide for more information on how to measure yourself, how to select your size, and how to best use
our garment measurements!
I know the hem must be narrower than the hip because I have been stalking Boden again and studying the «
garment measurements» like those of the pencil skirt here.
One note: I no longer see
the garment measurements for all sizes on the Boden website.