This is an apparel size guide for women's petite clothes sizes P/XS to P/L.
Included are directions on how to measure and a link to a printable
tape measure.
Women's Petite Clothing Size Chart
Sizing Guide P/XS ------- P/S ------- -------- P/M -------- -------- P/L --------
U.S. Sizes 2P 4P 6P 8P 10P 12P 14P
Bust (inches) 32 33 34 35 36 37.5 39
Waist (inches) 23.5 24.5 25.5 26.5 27.5 29 30.5
Hip (inches) 34 35 36 37 38 39.5 41
Inseam (inches) -- varies, generally less than 30".
If you need a tape measure, here is a link to a printable one in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format:
http://pages.ebay.com/sizing/tapemeasure.pdf
How to measure for the right size
Bust: Measure around the fullest part of bust under arms with arms relaxed down at sides.Waist: Measure around natural waistline which appears as crease when bending to one side.
Hips: Measure around fullest part of body at the top of legs with feet together.
Inseam: Measure from inside crotch seam to the hem of pants that fit you well.
Rise: Measure from the crotch to top of waistband.
Pants Rise Guide
Sits above waist (inches) = 11-12
Sits at waist (inches) = 10-11
Sits low on waist (inches) = 8.5-10
Sits ultra low on waist (inches) 7-8.5
Sleeve: Measure from center back of neck, over point of shoulder, and down outside of arm past elbow to wrist with arm relaxed at side.Sits above waist (inches) = 11-12
Sits at waist (inches) = 10-11
Sits low on waist (inches) = 8.5-10
Sits ultra low on waist (inches) 7-8.5
Skirt Length: Measure from the waist down. Skirts are measured from center front. Skirts with waistbands are measured from seams down. Skirts without waistbands are measured from top down.
Coat/Dress Length: Measure from the highest point of the shoulder down.
If you didn't find the size you were looking for, please take a look at my other sizing guides.
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Guide created: 03/31/09 (updated 04/22/09)

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