How To Take Measurements for Women
Junior's Misses and Women's The Body Measurements, listed below, have been complied in accordance with those used in the ready-to-wear trade. The UP LIFT BRA brought about a slight increase in the bust circumference measurement (approximately 2”) for all sizes (Fig. A). The WIDTH ACROSS BACK has about 3/4" to 1” ease allowance for free arm movement (Fig. 8). The shoulders are corresponding broader, and require pads. The PREVAILING GIRDLES have lowered the back waistline slightly; therefore the back waist length measurements have been increased accordingly. 
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