Measuring & More

Palm

Small 5 7/8″ – 7 3/8″ (15-18.7 cm)
Medium 7 1/2″ – 8 5/8″ (19-21.9 cm)
Large 8 3/4″ – 10 1/4″ (22-26 cm)

Wrist

Small 5 3/4″ – 7 1/2″ (14.6-19 cm)
Medium 6 1/2″ – 8 1/2″ (16.5-21.6 cm)
Large 7 1/2″ – 9 1/4″ (19-23.5 cm

Forearm

Small 7″ – 9 1/8″ (17.8-23.2 cm)
Medium 9 1/4″ – 11 1/4″ (23.5-28.7 cm)
Large 11 3/8″ – 13 1/2″ (28.9-34.3 cm)

Bicep

Small 8 1/2″ – 15 1/2″ (21.6-39.4 cm)
Medium 10 5/8″ – 17 3/4″ (27-45 cm)
Large 12 3/4″ – 19 7/8″ (32.4-50.5 cm)

How to Measure

If possible, have a friend help you to get the most accurate measurements. Begin by relaxing your arm and resting it on a table, bending it slightly to create a small bend in the elbow. Your arm should not be completely straight, nor fully bent.

A. Palm

For the gauntlet, you should let your fingers relax, and bring the measuring tape so it’s just under your knuckles. Pull gently so the tape has no slack. Record the measurement.

B. Wrist

Hold measuring tape around your wrist, going over the little bone on the outside. Pull tape to the point of gentle tension. Write down this measurement in inches or centimetres.

C. Forearm

Next, move the measuring tape up your arm so that it goes around the thick part of your forearm. Use the same amount of gentle tension and record the measurements.

D. Bicep

Finally, bring the measuring tape to the upper part of your arm, halfway between your elbow and your armpit. If you have any extra skin here, gather it together as much as possible.

Length

Measure your arm length from the top of your arm (axilla) to your wrist to determine your sleeve length. Short sleeves accommodate arms 14.5″-17″ (37-44cm) and regular sleeves accommodate arms 16.5″-22″ (43-56cm).

If you are in-between sizes, please consult a medical professional, professional fitter or LympheDIVAs to ensure proper fit.

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