Fitting notes
Fit & Care
Use the same units for the body and garment. Measure over the layers the performer will wear on stage.
Start with the performer
Use a soft tape around the fullest part of the chest and hip and at the natural waist. Keep the tape level. Measure shoulder to wrist with the elbow slightly bent. For trousers, take the inside leg down to the planned hem.
Compare with the garment
Ask for measurements taken with the piece fastened. A flat width across a garment is half its circumference when it lies evenly. Compare circumference with circumference. Leave room for layers and movement. Test sitting, reaching and bending in the costume.
Check the details
Ask about repairs, lining, working fastenings and included accessories. For fitted pieces, send the chest, waist and shoulder measurements with your inquiry. For loose trousers, check waistband range and hem clearance.
Agree care before use
Request care instructions for the exact piece. Ask before washing, pressing, using steam or altering a seam. Confirm how cleaning, return packing and any damage will be handled for a rental.