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📐Industry Standard Methods of Measure

How to Measure Garments

Professional measurement guides for 38+ garment types with 92+ measurement points. Based on industry standards from Target MOM, M&S Fit Technology, GAP and JCP.

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38
Garment Types
92+
POM Codes
7
Categories
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Category

Garment

Standards Used

🏷️ Target A&A MOM System
🏷️ M&S Fit Technology
🏷️ GAP How to Measure
🏷️ JCP Manual MOM
POM codes follow industry nomenclature used in professional tech packs.
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T-Shirt / Basic Tee

Tops

Basic knit top with crew or V-neckline. Lay flat with side seams aligned.

📐 14 measurement points🏷️ Industry Standard MOM

General Rules

1Lay the garment flat on a smooth surface with all seams aligned.
2Fasten all buttons, zippers and closures before measuring.
3Use a flexible tape measure. Measure in cm unless otherwise stated.
4Do not stretch knit/elastic fabric unless taking an "extended" measurement.
5Measure each point twice and record the average for accuracy.

Length

2

Neck & Collar

3

Chest & Bust

2

Shoulder

2

Sleeve & Armhole

4

Waist

1