(Last Updated On: May 8, 2023)

How to Take Suit Measurements

How to Take Suit Measurements

The way a suit FITS you is one of the most important aspects of your suit style. Whether you’re purchasing one of our amazing off-the-rack David Major suits or getting a rental suit for a wedding, getting your measurements right is a must. At Rondinelli Tuxedo, we make it easy to submit your measurements online! If you live out of town and will be traveling to the area for a wedding, we can even take your order and measurements over the phone.

And to make sure your measurements are accurate, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide on how to take suit measurements. All you’ll need is a tape measure to get started. Follow our precise steps below, document your measurements, and submit your measurements all online! A member of our staff will reach out soon to confirm your measurements and get your order started.

Pant Waist Measurements

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Pant Waist

Typically your jean size. Measure around your waist, slightly higher than where you wear your jeans, just below your belly button. The tape measure shouldn’t be loose or have slack. This will allow you to create a more accurate measurement. Your pant waist measurement shouldn’t be more than two sizes larger than your normal pant size.

Hip Measurement

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Hip

Measure around the fullest part of your hip & across the seat of your bottom. For your hip measurement, be mindful of your **ahem *ahem booty. If you have a fuller bum, make sure to let us know so we can get the most accurate measurement possible.

Outseam Measurement

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Outseam

Measure from the top of your waist to the top of the sole of your shoe. Keep in mind that this measurement does not matter as much if you are purchasing your suit because you’ll probably have the length tailored anyway. But, on the rental side, your outseam matters A LOT, and it’s better to air on the shorter side for your outseam measurement.

Neck Measurements

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Neck

Measure around the base of your neck, leaving space for your index finger in the front. Check out our guide below to see common neck measurements and how they impact your shirt size.

Chest Measurements

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Chest

Raise your arms in a ‘T’ shape, lower your arms, & then measure around the fullest part of your chest (but not too snug), then rest your arms. Round up to the nearest inch if needed. Make sure your tape measure is straight in the back and across your pecks for the most accurate measurement.

Overarm Measurement

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Overarm

While your arms rest at your sides, measure around the fullest part of your chest & over your arms. If necessary, round up to the nearest inch.

Shirt Sleeve Measurement

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Shirt Sleeve

Start at the center of the back of your neck, and extend the tape measure down your shoulder to your wrist with your arm resting at your side. Round up to the nearest inch if necessary.

Tips

We HIGHLY recommend that you have somebody help you with this.

Neck

Measure around the base of your neck, leaving space for your index finger in the front. Check out our guide below to see common neck measurements and how they impact your shirt size.

  • Measurement
  • 14 – 14.5 Inches
  • 15 – 15.5 Inches
  • 16 – 16.5 Inches
  • 17 – 17.5 Inches
  • 18 – 18.5 Inches
  • 19 – 19.5 Inches
  • 20 – 20.5 Inches
  • Shirt Size (Adult)
  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large
  • Extra Large
  • 2X
  • 3X
  • 4X
Neck Measurements

Chest

Raise your arms in a ‘T’ shape, lower your arms, & then measure around the fullest part of your chest (but not too snug). Round up to the nearest inch if needed. Make sure your tape measure is straight around the back and across your pecks to get the most accurate measurement.

Overarm Measurement

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Overarm

While your arms rest at your sides, measure around the fullest part of your chest & over your arms. If necessary, round up to the nearest inch.

Shirt Sleeve Measurement

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Shirt Sleeve

Start at the center of the back of your neck, and extend the tape measure down your shoulder to your wrist with your arm resting at your side. Round up to the nearest inch if necessary.

Tips for Taking Suit Measurements

  1.  Ask a friend, family member, or significant other to help you take your own measurements.
  2. If you still feel uncomfortable taking your own measurements, we recommend going to a local tailor or men’s retailer. They can take professional measurements for you, and then you can submit them to us online!
  3. Keep in mind that even if your measurements are wayyy off, we can still process your order and make corrections when you come in to pick up your suit or tuxedo. So don’t over think it; we’ll make it work any way we need to.