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Controlled by: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) 

Controlled by: DLA Troop Support 

CUI Category: Privacy/Health 

LCD: FEDCON 

POC: DSCPCTFeedback@dla.mil

DD FORM 358, APR 2022

ARMED FORCES MEASUREMENT BLANK – SPECIAL SIZED CLOTHING FOR MEN 

(Use a separate form for each item) 

PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT 

Authority: 10 U.S.C. 136, Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness; DoD Directive 1338.5, Armed Forces Clothing Monetary Allowance Policy. 

Purpose: To obtain information necessary to process a request for, and approval of, special order clothing. 

Routine Uses: The DoD Blanket Routine uses apply to this collection. 

Disclosure: Voluntary. Failure to provide information may result in the inability to process a request for special order clothing. 

If possible, use a tailor to take measurements; otherwise have another person take measurements. Measurements should not be taken on 

oneself, as this could lead to inaccurate numbers causing finished garment to not fit.

1. PERSON TO BE FITTED

a. NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) b. DoD IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (Found on back of CAC)

2. CLOTHING OFFICER

I certify that the person identified above cannot be properly fitted from stock sizes. 

a. SIGNATURE b. PRINTED NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) c. DATE (YYYYMMDD)

INSTRUCTIONS 

FOR BODY MEASUREMENTS – Measure closely over undergarments using a measuring tape or cord to define waistline. Use measurement guide 

on second page for depictions of how to measure. 

FOR GLOVES – Include an outline drawing both of the right and left hand with notations as to fitting problems such as short or long fingers, thick 

palms, etc. 

FOR HATS OR CAPS – Include fitting problems such as broad forehead, etc. 

3. CLOTHING TO BE ORDERED

a. MILSTRIP REQUISITION NUMBER b. NOMENCLATURE

4. TYPE OF SPECIAL MEASUREMENT REQUESTED (X one)

SEMI-CUSTOM 

This selection is used if you are a close fit to a standard size garment and 

know the alterations that you would like to be completed on the requested 

garment. For example, size 40 with + 2” to sleeve length. Complete 

section 5 of this form. 

CUSTOM 

This selection is used if you need a garment customized to your 

measurements and do not know what alterations are needed to be made 

to the garment to fit properly. Complete section 6 of this form. 

5. SEMI-CUSTOM SPECIAL MEASUREMENT

a. REQUESTED BASE SIZE 

c. ADDITIONAL NOTES 

b. REQUESTED ALTERATIONS TO BASE SIZE

+ / - INCHES ALTERATION (sleeve length, shirt length, pant inseam, etc.) 

6. CUSTOM SPECIAL MEASUREMENT (All measurements must be provided to ensure the most accurate fit.)

HEIGHT: WEIGHT: BEST FITTING STANDARD SIZE: 

SHOULDER CIR.: BUST: HEAD: 

BACK WIDTH: WAIST: NECK: 

BACK WAIST LENGTH: ABDOMEN: BICEP: 

BACK COAT LENGTH: HIPS: LEG OUTSEAM: 

BACK SHIRT LENGTH: THIGH: LEG INSEAM: 

SLEEVE LENGTH: ARM INSEAM: Is service member a weightlifter? YES NO

NOTES/FITTING PROBLEMS: 
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DD FORM 358, APR 2022

MEASURING GUIDE - SPECIAL SIZED CLOTHING FOR MEN

GENERAL MEASUREMENTS 

Only provide body measurements, not finished 

garment measurements. The correct amount of 

ease for each garment will be added by the 

pattern makers. 

FINISHED LENGTHS 

These are the finished measurements where 

you would like the finished hem of the 

garment to fall. 

BACK WIDTH 

SLEEVES 

SLEEVE LENGTH: Slightly bend the 

elbow (elbow should not be bent 

more than a 90-degree angle). 

Measure from behind. Start at the 

middle of the base of the neck to the 

shoulder, down the back of the arm 

to the back of the elbow, and then on 

to the wrist. 

ARM INSEAM: With arm down at the 

side, measure the distance from the 

uppermost inside of the armpit, down 

the inside of the arm, to the wrist. 

MEASURING BASICS 

When taking measurements for a special size garment, it is important to take into account the following: 

Posture: Stand tall with muscles relaxed and feet hip width apart (approximately 6”). 

Clothing: Baggy or thick clothing interfere with accurate measuring. Ensure service member is wearing light, close fitting clothing. 

Tools: Use a flexible metal measuring tape, as a cloth tape might stretch. Fiberglass or nylon tapes are good alternatives. 

Technique: 

a. All measurements, except weight which is measured in pounds, should be taken in inches and SPECIFIED TO THE NEAREST 

1⁄4 INCH. 

b. When taking horizontal measurements, such as chest, waist, hips, etc., be sure to keep the tape parallel to the floor. 

c. When measuring, apply constant pressure to the tape (so it doesn't sag) without pinching the skin. Because the body is made of 

soft tissue, it can be a bit difficult to know exactly how tight to pull the tape around the body. The tape should be a bit snug, but 

not tight - it should not "dig in" or make an indentation in the body. It should not be loose, either. Just wrap the tape around the 

area of the body being measured and hold it in place. A finger should be able to be placed behind the tape, but no more than 

that.