Chest Width
- Preparation: Button up the shirt, front side up.
- Path: From the left to the right armpit seam (directly under the armhole).
- Goal: Simple width of the shirt body.
Smooth out the buttoned shirt from the placket to the sides. Locate the armpit points (where the sleeve seam and side seam meet). Measure horizontally from the outermost edge of the left seam to the right seam. The tape measure must run parallel to the hem.
Important Note:
The following instructions are exclusively for measuring an existing shirt that fits you well (finished measurements). These values are not identical to your body measurements, as a shirt requires a comfort allowance.
Your Design Freedom:
When ordering a new shirt, you can modify the values. Do you want a tighter silhouette? Reduce the waist width by 1–2 cm. Do you need room for a wristwatch? Increase the corresponding cuff width (usually left).
