Measurement Guidelines

WILLSIE COMPANY QUALITY TAILORED GOWNS HAVE A 9 INCH FLOOR CLEARANCE. IF YOU WISH TO DEVIATE FROM THESE STANDARDS, YOU MUST SO SPECIFY ON THE ORDER FORM.

THE REQUIRED MEASUREMENTS ARE DETAILED TO ASSIST YOU IN OBTAINING ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS.

1.) HEIGHT: Record total height from top of head to floor while wearing shoes (for women, the height should include heels). Record in feet and inches - e.g. 5'8".

2.) WEIGHT: List approximate weight in street clothes.

3.) SHOULDER TO SHOULDER: Give the measurement in inches across the back from tip of shoulder to tip of shoulder. (A)

4.) SLEEVE LENGTH: This measurement is subjective; indicate desired length to accommodate your needs. Suggested: leave arm naturally at side. Measure from center point at base of collar, over top of shoulder, down arm to bottom of wrist. (B) Then add one inch to this measurement.

5.) JACKET (CHEST) SIZE: Take measurement over largest portion of chest. Be sure tape is well up under the arms and over the shoulder blades. Record in inches. (C)

6.) CAP/TAM SIZE: Measure the circumference around the head at one inch above eye brows and ears. Record the exact size in inches.

NOTE: All Ph.D. Doctoral Hoods will receive Ph.D. (Philosophy) dark blue velvet bands unless specified otherwise. Non-Ph.D. Doctoral Hoods will display the appropriate degree color velvet band. All other hoods will receive velvet color appropriate to degree title, unless otherwise specified in "Special Notes" area.

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