At Native Modeling Agency (also known as Lahore Modeling Agency), we believe that knowing your body measurements is one of the most important steps to becoming a successful model. Whether you are applying for modeling jobs in Lahore, Karachi, or Islamabad, agencies and clients will always ask for your updated measurements.
With more casting calls in Pakistan happening online, models are expected to send their measurements along with digital polaroids and comp cards. That’s why it’s important to know how to take your own measurements accurately.
Below, we’ll guide you through each step so you can measure your bust, waist, hips, and inseam like a professional.
General Tips Before Measuring
Before you begin, here are a few things you’ll need:
- A flexible sewing measuring tape (not a hard contractor’s tape).
- Fitted clothing so the tape sits snug against your body.
- A mirror to check if the tape is level.
- Neutral posture — don’t suck in your stomach or raise your shoulders unnaturally.
If you don’t have a sewing tape, you can use a non-stretch string and then measure it against a ruler.
How to Measure Your Bust/Chest
Measuring your chest can feel tricky at first. Here’s the correct way:
- Wrap the measuring tape around your chest at the nipple line.
- Keep the tape flat and straight across your back.
- Hold it snug, but not so tight that it compresses your bust.
- Relax your arms and take the number.
Tip for Models in Pakistan: Always keep both bust and underbust measurements, as some agencies request both.
How to Measure Your Waist
Your waistline is usually the narrowest part of your torso, just above the belly button and below the rib cage.
- Wrap the tape around your natural waistline.
- Stand normally and breathe out to avoid false results.
- Make sure the tape lies flat without digging into your skin.
Important for Models: Most agencies in Lahore will want waist measurements in centimeters, so keep both inches and centimeters noted.
How to Measure Your Hips
This measurement is crucial for runway and commercial modeling in Pakistan.
- Start from one hip and wrap the tape around your buttocks.
- The tape should sit at the fullest part of your hips/rear.
- Keep it level and snug all the way around.
Note: Your hip line may feel lower than you expect — usually around where your thigh bone meets your pelvis.
How to Measure Your Inseam
The inseam is very important for fashion shows and catalog modeling.
- Wear fitted pants that stop at your ankle.
- Measure from the crotch seam to the bottom hem.
- If you don’t have the right pants, use a mirror: hold the tape at your crotch, drop it to your ankle, and step on it to secure.
For the most accurate result, ask a friend or fellow model to help.
Why Accurate Measurements Matter
At Native Modeling Agency in Lahore, we regularly receive applications from aspiring models across Pakistan. Many are rejected simply because their measurements are inaccurate or incomplete.
Accurate self-measurements:
- Show professionalism to agencies and clients.
- Save time during casting calls and online submissions.
- Help designers choose the right outfits for you.
By learning to measure yourself correctly, you increase your chances of being booked for runway shows, commercials, and fashion campaigns in Lahore.