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The following instructions are guidelines to be used for the proper fit of a tuxedo. It must be remembered that these are only guidelines and that there are exceptions to every rule.
neck Measure around the neck until the tape is comfortably snug. Record exact measurements including half sizes.
Tuxedo Measurement Form Measurements For
sleeve Measure from the center of the collar at the back of the neck, over the shoulder, the length of the arm to one inch beyond the wrist bone.
chest Measure around the fullest part of the chest keeping tape up under arms and across the shoulder blades. Add two incheds to this measurement to get the coat size.
Bride’s Name Groom’s Name
Event Date
Address City/St/Zip
waist
Phone
Measure around the waist directly
over the shirt (not over slacks or coat) just above the hip bones and over the naval. Keep two fingers between the tape and the customers body. The number of inches is the waist measurement.
outseam Measure from the top of the waistline to where the pant should fall on the shoe; generally the top of the heel.
inseam With pants pulled up to where the customer is comfortable, measure from pant crotch seam to where the pant should fall on the shoe; generally to top of the heel.
coat Coat length is determined by the sleeve measurement. Use the chart below to order the correct coat length. (Note: Coat Size is determined by the Chest measurement plus 2 inches). Coat Size
Sleeve Length
Coat Length
34-38
32" or less
Short
33" - 33½"
Reg
34" - 35"
Long
35½" or longer
X-Long
39-43
32" or less
Short
33" - 34½"
Reg
35" - 35½"
Long
36" or longer
X-Long
44-52
33" or less
Short
34" - 34½"
Reg
35" - 36"
Long
36½" or longer
X-Long
53-60
33" or less
Short
34" - 35"
Reg
36"
Long
37" or longer
X-Long
Weight Coat Size Waist
Height (circle one)
short
regular
Inseam
Neck Size Shoe Size
Chest long
extra long
boys
Outseam Sleeve Length
(circle one)
medium
wide
Notes
Please do not guess at sizes. Have your measurements taken by a Formal Wear Specialist or your local clothier.
Please return measurements promptly.
Example: Customer's chest measures 40" and his sleeve measures 34". The coat you should order for him is a 42 Reg.
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