Sizing and Measurements Guide
International Sizes
We advise you to go by body measurements to ensure that you are purchasing the correct size. However, in order to give you a rough idea of what the measurements translate to in further international standard sizes, please refer to the sizing chart below.

Abbreviations
Sizing is provided in both centimetres (cm) and inches (inch). The international abbreviation code is as follows:

Measuring up

FAQ: What is the difference between Hip and Full Hip?
-Hip is the circumference of your hips, holding the tape measure to the skin the whole way around.
-Full Hip is the circumference of your hips, plus any belly protrusion. You can measure this by holding a ruler or something flat against your tummy, so that the protrusion is taken down to the same level as your hips. Measure around both your buttocks and side of hips and also take the measuring tape around the ruler or flat objection while it is in position (reflecting the protrusion of the belly at the same level as the hips). See picture below for clear understanding.

Custom sizing
We know that all bodies come in different shapes and sizes, not everyone fits well in standard sizing. Some people have larger hips or some people have a larger bust or even a smaller bust, there's a huge variety and it's often very hard to get the perfect fit. This is why Pattern Shop is proud to offer an additional custom measurement service to our customers which we currently offer on all our patterns. We will grade you patterns to exactly the measurements you provide us, so that you can sew up your own extra special made to measure garment, perfect for you!