Clothing Measurements for Reselling: The Complete Cheat Sheet
A complete reseller clothing measurement guide for T-shirts, shirts, jackets, jeans, trousers, skirts and dresses, with consistent flat-lay methods.
Measure flat, do not stretch unless you are deliberately recording stretch, and use the same method every time. The goal is not to provide every possible dimension — it is to answer the fit questions buyers are most likely to ask.
T-shirts, shirts and sweatshirts
Pit-to-pit, length and sleeve. Add shoulder width for tailored shirts or unusual fits.
Jackets and outerwear
Pit-to-pit, shoulder, sleeve and back length. For vintage workwear, these can be more reliable than tagged size.
Jeans and trousers
Waist flat, front rise, inseam and leg opening. Add thigh for fitted cuts.
Skirts and shorts
Waist, rise (shorts), hips if fitted and length.
Dresses
Pit-to-pit/bust, waist where shaped and full length; add hips for fitted silhouettes.
Write the method once
Use a standard line such as “Measurements taken flat and approximate” so buyers know what they are comparing.
Quick checklist
- Tape measure ready
- Garment flat
- No stretching
- Consistent start/end points
- Units stated
- Approximate note
- Measurements saved with listing
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This identification guide uses multiple physical clues rather than claiming one feature proves an exact date. Brand-specific dating should be cross-checked against documented label references where available.
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Should I use inches or centimetres?
Either can work in the UK. Consistency matters; including both can reduce questions.
How do I measure a flat waist?
Lay the waistband naturally flat and measure straight across. State that it is a flat measurement.