How To Take Female Modeling Measurements

How Many Inches Are Your Bust, Waist and Hips? You Should Know!

One major thing that all models should know by heart is their most commonly asked for female measurements, which are bust, waist and hip. Knowing how to give exact female modeling measurements is a critical issue for anyone who wants to pursue a career in modeling.

Things Needed to Help You Give Accurate Modeling Measurements

Tape Measure

A measuring tape that is specifically used for sewing and that you can wrap around yourself is required for taking female measurements. In order to get accurate measurements, it's best to have someone to do the measuring for you. Your friend would probably be glad to do this for you or a professional seamstress usually will do this at no extra cost.

Do I Wear Clothes When Taking Body Measurements?

Don't get all stressed out about someone else taking your model measurements, because you do not have to be naked. By wearing a regular bra and underwear, you will be able to get more accurate measurements.

Body Measurements For Model Agencies

Model agents have rules and certain requirements to be a model and these include submitting your body type and measurements. Most of the time a modeling agency will want your full measurements taken by one of their staff. So if you would like, you can take along a bathing suit to wear during this time. Remember, it is important to always stand when taking your measurements.

How to Take Female Modeling Measurements

Measuring Bust Size ( Bra Size )

In order to get your correct bust measurement, keep your arms down. Measure across the fullest part of your bust, under your arms and across shoulder blades. Be sure to keep the measuring tape straight across back without pulling it tight.

Waist Size Measurements For Girl Models

Take your correct waist measurement by wrapping the tape naturally loose around the smallest circumference of the abdomen.

Hip Measurements For Female Models

To get your hip measurements, stand with your feet together. Wrap the tape measure around the fullest part of your hips. Keep tape straight and snug, but not too tight.

Female Model Measurements Required By Modeling Job Types

What Size Is A Female Model?

The ideal body measurements wanted in the modeling industry are, of course, 34-24-34, but everyone can't be that lucky. Here are a few measurements required for a successful model.

A. Female Body Type For Catalogue Modeling

Bust 32"-34"

Waist 24"-26"

Hips 33"-35"

B. Body Measurement For A Catwalk Model ( Or Runway Modeling )

Bust 32"-36"

Waist 22"-26"

Hips 33"-35"

C. Bust, Waist And Hip Sizes Of Lingerie Models

Bust 32"-35" C cup

Waist 22"-26"

Hips 33"-35"

Now Tell The Truth - What Size Are You?

Just remember to always be truthful about your measurements. You may find yourself looking for another career if you show up for a photo shoot and you aren't the size the agency is expecting.

Now, take your body measurements for runway, glamour or fashion modeling, get your comp cards, and start contacting talent agencies ! The first thing you have to get is to get going!

Whether you want to become a high fashion model, do commercial or catalog work, Bob Pardue can help with his female modeling tutorials for a career. You'll find this educational page very informative. I think you can learn how to model with these valuable tips and advice.

Success to you! - Bob

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