FAQ's and Howto's
Bust MeasurementChest Measurement
Floor Clearance
Height Measurement
Sleeve Length
What can I do to extend the life of my judicial robe?
Bust Measurement
Take this measurement over the garments that will be worn under the item being ordered. Measure completely around the body at the fullest part of the bust, keeping tape under the arms and around the back. The tape should be parallel to the floor and snug but not too tight.
If individual is extremely full busted, or has very narrow shoulders, also provide shoulder width across the back from tip to tip of shoulders. Do not provide bra size.
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If individual is extremely full busted, or has very narrow shoulders, also provide shoulder width across the back from tip to tip of shoulders. Do not provide bra size.
Chest Measurement
Take this measurement over the garments that will be worn under the item being ordered. With arms relaxed, measure around the fullest part of the chest, under the arms and across the shoulder blades in the back. The tape should be snug but not too tight. Keep tape parallel to the floor.
Floor Clearance
The Floor Clearance is the distance from the bottom of a robe to the floor. When measuring for a choir, the same measurement should be used for the entire choir to enhance the group's appearance. We recommend a floor clearance of no less than 4" to avoid tripping when climbing steps.
Use a ruler or tape measure and measure up from the floor to where you want the robes to end. Write this number on the Order Form under Floor clearance or height of hem from floor.
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Use a ruler or tape measure and measure up from the floor to where you want the robes to end. Write this number on the Order Form under Floor clearance or height of hem from floor.
Height Measurement
Fasten a measuring chart or tape to the wall and have the person being measured stand up straight against the wall chart, with their "Sunday" shoes on, and heels against the wall. The back of the head should touch the chart.
Place a ruler on top of the head, parallel to the floor. Record this measurement in feet and inches (for example, 5'6") on the Order Form under Height in Shoes.
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Place a ruler on top of the head, parallel to the floor. Record this measurement in feet and inches (for example, 5'6") on the Order Form under Height in Shoes.
Sleeve Length
Shirt sleeve lengths are required for all pulpit robes, clergy jackets, and clergy cassocks. If you know your exact shirt sleeve length, you may use this size, however today many shirts are tailored to a 34"-35" length, which is not adequate for custom tailoring.
To measure sleeve length, bend the arm at the elbow and hold arm out in front, parallel to the floor as if looking at a watch. Then, measure from the center back of the neck at the base of the neck, over the top of the shoulder, around the extended elbow, and down to the wristbone. Record this sleeve size on the Order Form, rounded up to the nearest full inch. Do not round down.
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To measure sleeve length, bend the arm at the elbow and hold arm out in front, parallel to the floor as if looking at a watch. Then, measure from the center back of the neck at the base of the neck, over the top of the shoulder, around the extended elbow, and down to the wristbone. Record this sleeve size on the Order Form, rounded up to the nearest full inch. Do not round down.
What can I do to extend the life of my judicial robe?
The point of greatest wear for most judicial robes is between the elbows and cuffs! So you could stop leaning forward at the bench, but with most judges that's not likely to happen. Seriously, we recommend hanging your robe in a closet between wearings on our contoured Robe Hanger #122, and schedule regular dry cleanings. It also helps to rotate wear between more than one robe. You would not wear the same shirt, pants, or skirt day after day, and expect them to last for 15-20 years. Robes benefit from a rest or rotation as well.
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