How to measure

Measurement Guide

A good fit is vital for a professional look and wearer comfort. The guides below show you where to take your measurements correctly. Sizes outside the standard catalogue range may be available, please call for further details.

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IRE: 01 813 8642 
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Tip: When measuring yourself, ensure that the tape is held flat and not tight. 

IMPORTANT: Please measure carefully if requesting embriodery to be aded to your garment, as once embroidered, it cannot be returned.


Find the perfect fit

How to measure for females

How to measure for males


Men's Measure Guide

Man measuring chest with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Man measuring chest with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Chest

Measure over the fullest part of the chest under the arms and straight across the back.


Man measuring waist with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Man measuring waist with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Waist

Measure 3cm below navel with the tape snug but not tight. 


Man measuring inside leg with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Man measuring inside leg with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Inside Leg

Measure from the crotch to the desired trouser length.

Women's Measure Guide

Woman measuring chest with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Woman measuring chest with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Bust

Measure over the fullest part of the chest under the arms and straight across the back.


Woman measuring waist with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Woman measuring waist with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Waist

Measure 4cm above navel with the tape snug but not tight.


Woman measuring hips with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Woman measuring hips with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Hips

Measure the fullest part of the body, generally 20cm below the waist.


Woman measuring inside leg with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.Woman measuring inside leg with a tape measure to check sizing for Alexandra Workwear uniforms.

Inside Leg

Measure from the crotch to the desired trouser length.