Measuring guide
How to measure your hood for a replacement fur trim.
The most important measurement is the garment's attachment line. A careful measurement gives us a better starting point for a balanced fit and prevents confusion between fur length and fastening length.
What you need
- Flexible measuring tape
- The garment fully closed
- Phone camera
- A note with centimetres
- 1
Lay the hood completely flat
Close the garment and smooth the hood or collar without stretching the fabric. The attachment edge should be easy to follow from one end to the other.
- 2
Identify the exact attachment line
Measure where the replacement trim will actually attach: along the zipper, buttons, loops or seam. Loose fur extends past the backing and does not give the fastening length.
- 3
Use a flexible measuring tape
Follow every curve of the attachment line. Keep the tape flat against the garment and do not pull it tight enough to distort the hood.
- 4
Record the result in centimetres
Write down the full attachment length and measure a second time. If the two results differ, repeat the measurement before ordering.
- 5
Photograph the attachment details
Take one full view and a close-up of each end and fastening type. These images help us understand unusual constructions before production.
What if the original fur trim is missing?
Measure the attachment remaining on your hood. For a zipper, follow the fastening line between its ends and photograph the zipper half still on the jacket. For buttons or loops, record the total attachment length, fastening count and centre-to-centre spacing. Explain that the original trim is missing when requesting a fit review. A coat size or a measurement from another jacket cannot confirm the fastening on your own hood.
Send the measurement with the fastening details
Write the length in centimetres and state whether you measured the hood or the old trim. Include your jacket model and a clear view of each attachment end. If there are missing buttons, broken teeth or a previous alteration, mention them separately. The length gives a starting point for fit; the fastening construction needs its own check.
Common measuring mistakes
- Measuring the visible fur instead of the attachment edge.
- Using a rigid ruler across a curved hood.
- Stretching elastic or fabric while measuring.
- Rounding the result before checking it a second time.
Need a fit check?
Send the measurement before you order.
If the fastening is asymmetric, detachable or heavily curved, contact us with your measurement and photos so we can review the setup.
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