How to measure your body for online shopping | Plus Size

[@drewisdreaming]

this is actually super helpful to see! for me, it can be really hard to visualize how to measure myself and how the tape should sit on my body (especially the way it curves around my back) when most of the measurement demonstration videos out there are done by slim people. it's SO important to have these visual aids available from plus size models, mid-size models, and multiple different body shapes in general. it truly does a world of good in making you feel more confident that you're doing it correctly when you have the visual reference for people with similar body types to yours. thank you for this video!!!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

So glad it’s helpful. My pleasure x

[@fashionplusnikki4295]

Yes! Thank you for making a video like this! I agree with you,it is difficult to figure out sizes,especially when all clothing companies make things differently and not everything is true to size. I have also took my measurements but I get confused on how to figure it out with ordering clothing online.But this is very helpful,so thank you 😊

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Ahh I’m so glad it can help a hit hun, do holler if I can help ok xx

[@Justadbmum]

Thank you! That is the most comprehensive explanation of measuring that I have watched 👌🏼

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

My pleasure Susan x

[@sandrapaterson8678]

Thanks Marleen, this has been a godsend xx

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

My pleasure xx

[@sueliles5319]

You covered everything so well. Love your enthusiasm and confidence. You are a doll. God Bless.

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Ah thank you Sue xx

[@patriciakoutelakis4142]

Hi Marleen! So very helpful. Also, easy to follow. THANKS!!!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Thank you Patricia x

[@dianech]

Thank you for this, def need this!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

My pleasure x

[@TheMagicalmollie]

This was so brilliant. Thank you so much. You are fabulous and so helpful x

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Ah you are so welcome hun xx

[@karenwilliams1829]

This was perfect, thank you so much!!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

My pleasure xx

[@cindyanderson4306]

Thanks Marlene, very helpful!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Aww thank you Cindy xx

[@leahwalker9151]

10:25 this is my first time taking measurements and I tested out something with the inseam. First I stepped on measuring tape (the body one) and measured up and then subtracted the distance from my ankle to crotch. Then I put a hair tie on my left and right ankles and measured up to my crotch that way. All three times I got the exact same measurement. Either I am doing something really wrong or something really right!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Sounds like you did it right x

[@leahwalker9151]

Thank you so much for this !

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Pleasure x

[@aurorasigala3450]

Hi, thank u for this video! Quick questio: What if I have a lower belly, is that included in the hip measurement?

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Add another measurement where you are they widest. If like me you have a hanging belly you might be slightly bigger below. And it may just be, also like me, that you have to take that into account to get a proper fit. But for us apples, trial and error is often the way to go for the fit. Hope that helps x

[@VintageTeeHouse]

These were all great tips! Thank you! My question has always been if I have my measurements how much do I want to add before picking a size. So I think you are saying compare my measurements to the size of garment and then go up to next size?

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

No not exactly.. the measurements are what the garment actually is (or should be). My bust measure 130cm. If I pick a top at 130cm with NO stretch, it will only just fit.. so if no stretch I will need to make sure the measurement will cover movement and access as well. With stretch you don’t have to worry as much. May I suggest you watch my video called “how to shop on shein”. Even if you are shopping elsewhere the tips there might just help a bit x

[@Donegalwildatlantic]

Thanks sweety all i need to do now is get a tape I've no idea what i am but i really appreciate you doing this thank u marleen very helpful ❤❤❤❤ because I've been guessing my size especially on shien

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

If you know your measurement it will be so much easier hun, we’ll with investing in a soft measuring tape ❤️

[@Donegalwildatlantic]

@@ImjustmeMarleen just have to find one now thanks sweety ❤❤

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Haberdashery shop or sometimes the pound shops will have the hun xx

[@gwendugan2231]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Pleasure

[@evebeinguniquebeingme6205]

Fab video me and mum measure each other to always double check sizes vary so much don't they everywhere! 😂💖

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Omg yes they do, to the point it’s crazy. Good on yours girls 👏❤️

[@starperry1784]

Great this video thanks xxx

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

My pleasure xx

[@camidise6630]

I've shopped according to my measurements and had to return everything for a smaller size in every shop I bought from. I did it right and it was still all wrong 😂

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Ah what a bummer. I’d suggest you measure some of your clothes that fit you perfect and se how that might work x

[@kamillejones369]

Me too . They say I should be a size 14 jeans in certain jeans that I’m an 8 in. Or a size 31 where I’m a 29 so confusing

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

@Kamille make sure to shop by the measurements but that don’t always work with the jeans so check the level of stretch. If high stretch size down

[@nadiab5428]

This is such a fantastic video however I’m still so confused by the waist measurement. 😫

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Why Nadia? How can I help?

[@jeanetteosborn8498]

Hi, I’m new to your channel. Can you possibly do a review on bras for big breasts please. I struggle big time in this area and Australia is very limited in supply. Maybe do a range of sport, underwire, and non wire please

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Welcome to my channel, but Sorry no.. I won’t be doing any underwear videos as I have kids that don’t wish their mom on the internet in her undies. I get bras from bravissimo.com. Don’t know how they work till Australia though but worth having a look at their site.

[@nicksmil4833]

Thank you,Marlene!How to measure the length of a dress?

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

I believe it would be from the shoulder down. I’m not 100% sure but try on a dress you own already, lay it flat, measure from the shoulder seem to the bottom and then put the tape on you and measure down. Then try the dress and see if the measurement matches where the dress hits xx

[@nicksmil4833]

@@ImjustmeMarleen,thank you so much💕

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

No problem at all. Let me know if it works x

[@clockwatch5222]

Very informative. Well done. xxx

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Thank you x

[@daniel51404]

What if the waist gets larger when you're sit down do you measure the waist sitting down instead?

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Well comfort is key so yes garment needs to be big enough to cover movement of the body. If you find it makes a big difference when sitting down then yes I would take that measurement at well. Just remember that size charts are made when standing up. X

[@daniel51404]

@@ImjustmeMarleen thanks I hope I didn't mess this one up, I measured the waist sitting down because the material is low stretch and when Sitting down the waist measurements went from 48 inches to 54 inches.

[@daniel51404]

When standing up the waist measurements is 48 inches and sitting down the Fupa pushes the measurements to 54 inches. The dress is low stretch made out of sequin.

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

When you sit the fabric will also be able to move. You will use a bit of the length.. I hope that makes sense.. the best I can suggest is to simply try the dress.. (if ordering online just make sure you can return it.. x

[@daniel51404]

@@ImjustmeMarleen if I can't return the dress can I get it fix by a tailor?

[@martinamoylan9491]

Amen. Thanks so much ❤

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

My pleasure x

[@poldi2310]

Tak !!!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Det var så lidt xx

[@MeandLycan]

Thank you!

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Pleasure x

[@Mummavlogs]

Does this include SHEIN measurements??

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

??? Try and watch and see if it answers your question, I’m not quite sure what you mean x

[@bre4659]

Thank you ❤

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

You're welcome 😊

[@roxanamcglinchey6613]

Thank you honey ❤️

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Pleasure hun ❤️

[@binthaji]

Thank you, mam 🙏

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Your welcome x

[@binthaji]

@ImjustmeMarleen Aww, you are still replying after 2 yrs. ❤️ 😍 What a woman you are !

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

I try to reply to all Comments 🙂

[@muhammadrizwanmuhammadmisk6410]

Love you love you

[@ImjustmeMarleen]

Thank you