I just took my measurements, (because I want to buy a swim suit from Lands End) and it's interesting to compare to April of 2008.
Here we are:
April '08 July 1, '09
Bust 48.25" 45.625"
Waist 45.875" 42.25"
Hips 56.375" 50.5"
That brings up the point that I use a measureing tape that has this little "snap-slider-guide-thingy" I couldn't find it for sale online, but I took pictures. This is a great tape because it "records" the size in a very low tech way. After you move the slider to the right position, it keeps that position when you move the tape away, keeping the right measurement. It's hard to explain, but easy to work. I highly reccomend it, if you can find one!
