First, measure your bust. Use an elastic measuring tape, like the kind used by seamstresses, and place it across the center of your bust. Wrap the tape around your back and note the measurement. The second important measurement is your waist. Find the narrowest part of your waist and place the beginning of the measuring tape there. Carefully measure the circumference and note the value. The third measurement you should take is for your hips. Place the beginning of the measuring tape on the widest part of your hips (the center of your back) and measure the circumference in this area. Unsure how to do it? In the following diagram, we’ll explain and show you how to take measurements quickly and easily.