How to Measure for a Tux

Below are some easy to understand instructions and images of how to take tuxedo measurements. In order to take measurement for a tuxedo we need 6-8 measurements.

1. Shirt - Neck
2. Shirt - Sleeve length
3. Jacket - Chest
4. Jacket - Overarm
5. Pants - Waist
6. Pants - Outseam
7. Height - for Jacket size
8. Weight - for Jacket size final determination

Shirt - Neck Measurement
Place tape around neck at the level the shirt's collar would be buttoned. Place two fingers between the neck and the tape. Make sure the tape is snug, but moves freely.

Shirt - Sleeve Measurement
When measuring the sleeve length, make sure you start the tape just below the neck, centered with the spine. Make sure that tape measure goes over the top of the shoulder. Take the tape down the arm to the point of his elbow, and then measure an inch and a half past the wrist bone. It is always better to measure long versus short because a sleeve that is to short will likely be unacceptable.

Jacket - Chest Measurement
Place the measuring tape under arms and around the broadest part of the chest. Make sure items in the breast pocket are removed so accurate measurement is taken.

Jacket - Overarm Measurement
Place the measuring tape over the arms and around the broadest part of the chest. Make sure items in the breast pocket are removed so accurate measurement is taken.

Pants - Waist Measurement
Place the measuring tape at the level the pants will be worn. This measurement is best taken after removing the belt.

Pants - Outseam Measurement
If the customer is not wearing dress shoes, have the him remove his shoes, measure from the top of the waistband to the floor and subtract 1/2".

Height
Measure your height from top of the head to the floor (touching the floor and without shoes).

Weight
Approximate weight (mainly to gauge the size when it is critical to deciding the extreme size - small or large).

Please use this convenient form to submit your measurements.