Body measurements for a leather shirt are taken directly from your body, while garment measurements refer to the finished shirt size. For proper fitting, the chest is usually made 1–2 inches larger than the body measurement for comfort and movement, and the collar is kept about 0.5–1 inch larger for easy button closure and neck comfort. The sleeve length and shirt length are generally kept close to body measurements, with only slight adjustments depending on style and fit. Garment measurements are made according to these adjusted sizes to ensure a balanced, comfortable, and well-fitted leather shirt.
MEASURING GUIDE FOR SHIRT
Please Note:
To take body measurements correctly, stand straight and keep the measuring tape snug but not tight.
Chest: Measure around the fullest part of your chest under the arms this is the main fit area and usually 1–2 inches is added during garment making for comfort.
Bottom: Measure around your natural waist or where the shirt will sit.
Sleeve: Measure from the shoulder point down to the wrist bone with arm slightly bent this is taken as body measurement.
Biceps: Measure around the fullest part of the upper arm with relaxed muscle; this is body fit measurement where about 1–2 inches ease is added in garment for easy movement.
Shirt Length: Measure from just below the collar down to your desired length point this is usually kept same as body measurement.
Collar (Neck): Measure around the base of your neck where the collar sits comfortably; this is taken close to body with about 0.5–1 inch extra added for comfortable button closure and breathing space.