Follow these straightforward moves toward sorting out size measurements on garments: Measuring Size: Length - Measure from waist till the knee by standing straight. waist -  Measure the waist width across the top of the waistband from one side to the other(whole round).Crotch Length - Measure from waist till the point where both the stitches meet. Measurements are made in inches. Waist elastic expands another 6 to 8 inches easily. Hip- just above or over belly button, loop the measuring tape horizonal around the fullest part of your hips. *** the size of the garment may vary by 0.5" from the mentioned measurements