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Nuns Habit Size Guide
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A Complete Size Guide for Nun Habit
Every habit brings together the tunic, scapular, veil and cincture, cut and stitched to your five measurements. Start with chest and waist to find your size below, then confirm length, sleeve and head against the guide underneath.
I
Use a cloth tape
A soft tailor’s tape sits flat against the body — a metal tape will not.
II
Measure over light clothing
A fitted layer underneath gives the truest figure, without the bulk of outerwear.
III
Ask a helper
A second pair of hands gives straighter, truer numbers than measuring alone.
IV
Measure twice
Habits are made to order and cannot be exchanged — a second check is worth it.
Size Chart
Find Your Size
All measurements in inches.
| Size | Dress Size | Chest (inches) | Waist (inches) | Height (inches) | Inseam (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Small/Small | 0–4 | 32–34″ | 24–26″ | 63–65″ | 28–30″ |
| Small/Medium | 4–8 | 34–38″ | 26–30″ | 65–68″ | 29–31″ |
| Medium/Large | 10–14 | 36–40″ | 28–33″ | 65–68″ | 29–31″ |
| Large/X-Large | 12–16 | 38–42″ | 32–36″ | 65–68″ | 29–31″ |
| Plus Size (1X) | 18–20 | 42–44″ | 36–39″ | 65–68″ | 29–31″ |
| Plus Size (2X) | 22–24 | 44–46″ | 39–42″ | 65–68″ | 29–31″ |
| One Size | 4–14 | 34–40″ | 26–33″ | 65–68″ | 29–31″ |
Step by Step
How to Take Your Measurements
Measurements shown in inches.
Reference points A–E indicate where to take each measurement.
1
Chest — A
Measure around the fullest part of your bust, keeping the tape comfortably loose.
2
Waist — B
Measure around your natural waistline, where the habit belt will rest.
3
Full Length — C
Stand straight and measure from the shoulder point down to your preferred hemline.
4
Sleeve — D
Measure from the shoulder seam to the wrist with your arm gently relaxed.
5
Head — E
Measure around the forehead and back of the head for a comfortable veil fit.
Before you order. Every habit is cut to order and cannot be exchanged for a different size once made. If a measurement falls between two sizes, we recommend sizing up.
Made to serve you in comfort, through every season of ministry.
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