what are the ideal body measurements for a female?
818066
It varies from person to person. I personally like 36-26-38, as I like to be a little bigger on the hips than the bust, but someone else might think 34-24-34 or 38-27-38 is better. It's about individual preferences. HTH : )
381990
I think you're one of the few I've seen who actually thought of stating frame-type when asking for advice on ideal weight.  Good thinking because your frame-type most definitely influences your ideal weight range regardless of height.  \n\nKeep in mind that body composition is a far better indicator of overall health that weight according to your height (or BMI which is a poor indicator of overall health).\n\nMoreover, try not to get fixed on one number.  An ideal weight range, is more flexible and will allow you to fluctuate between your summer and winter weight.  An ideal range for your height/frame is about 130-140.  This is only an estimate as you could exceed this range if you have dense muscle/bone or high percentage of lean muscle mass.  \n\nSince you're an engineer, you'll probably enjoy plugging numbers into the following calculators to assess and track your progress.  \n\nCalculate your Ideal Body Weight (Female)\nhttp://www.preventdisease.com/healthtools/articles/ideal_weight_woman.html\n\nEstimate Adult Body Fat Percentage \nhttp://www.preventdisease.com/healthtools/articles/bodyfat.html\n\nTarget Weight / Body Composition\nhttp://www.preventdisease.com/healthtools/articles/target_weight.html\n\nWaist-Hip Ratio \nhttp://www.preventdisease.com/healthtools/articles/waist_hip_ratio.html
204839
Every woman is different. Personally, 7-8". But thickness is more important than lenght.
723295
Whatever looks proportional to their body type.
462676
On way to find out what a 5'4 female should weigh is to calculate your BMI.  Your BMI is a ratio of your height and weight expressed in a number. To find out your BMI you need to divide your weight (measured in kg) by your height (measured in m) squared. If you do not know your measurements in the metric system you can find any number of BMI calculators online like at \n\nhttp://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/bmi/\n\nThe accepted definitions of weight categories by BMI are: \n\nUnderweight - BMI less than 18.5 \nHealthy weight - BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 \nOverweight - BMI equal to or greater than 25 and up to 29.9 \nObese - BMI equal to or greater than 30 \n\n\nNote: these do not take into account body type so do not rely entirely on these numbers. (ie: if you have a lot of muscle, this makes your weight more and your BMI could say you are overweight when in reality it's just muscle mass).
1032321
you are actually underweight... \nto calculate for ideal body weight is start with 100 pounds with a 5"0 frame... then add 5 pounds per inch. since you're 5"0 (100 lbs) and 8", 8x5 = 40 so that's 140 lbs for you. and don't forget, there is like a 15 to 20 allowance for that (usually for older women). \nhowever im concerned about your perception of your own body. just eat healthy to maintain that weight, but don't starve yourself. you need to incorporate protein in your diet and it looks like you haven't been eating much -- eat a little bit more and take mulitivitamins. drink lots of water to prevent dehydration.
1131066
average size of an american woman \n\n36C
980009
Target measurements really depend on you.  \n\nNot having ever seen you to judge, but going solely on the limited information being provided; if I were you, I'd aim for:  32-34 / 24-26 / 34-36.\n\nMeasurements change, and really anything in that range will be good.  However, being outside of that range isn't terrible either.  It just depends what you're going for.
275493
You'll get vastly different answers depending upon whom you ask.  Particularly whether you ask women, or men.  Persnally, I don't think here's a perfect weight for all women because women gain in different ways.  One 5'5 woman might look much hotter at 135 than she did at 115 because she's lucky enough to gain weight in flattering places (i.e. bigger boobs and a juicy, round butt) while another woman might look better at 115 because all she gets when she gains is a tubby li'l gut and flabby arms.  \n\n\n..... *sigh* life's not fair.
893927
Depends on your height.\n\nUse the chart below to calculate ideal weight.
642164
I have searched and found nothing.  The closest you can find is a height and weight calculator.  Everyone has different sized waists, arms, thighs, chests, ect.  That depends on how much working out you do, genetics, nationalities, ect.
448401
I'm 5'11 too! \nI prefer to look slim but nourished-  I like my curves but I don't like my flab, kind of thing. \nMy ideal is a size 10 or 12 (12 being realistic, 10 being in my dream world) and my ideal weight is between 165 and 175.  \nHope this helps!
1095977
Yes definitely. A woman who is comfortable with her size and her body is very attractive.
687054
There are SO MANY other, non-physical factors that can make a woman more or less wonderful as a wife or gf!  My range of 'acceptable' physical stats is aparently wider than my range of acceptable personality traits.\n\nSo, 5'5"/135 would be fine; as long as the other things were right!  OTOH, a psycho with an absolutely perfect body wouldn't be worth it...
181032
A better question might be, "What is your ideal weight? Body fat percent varies considerably for men and women, for age and culture for those involved in different sports activities, and even for different geographic location. However, there are some 'standards.' The minimum percent body fat considered safe and acceptable for good health is 5% for males and 12% for females. The average adult bodyfat is closer to 15%-18% for men and 22%-25% for women.
444212
36-24-36  They say are the perfect measurements for a woman.But actually I think the measurements are waist 10 inches smaller than bust and hips 15 inches larger than waist.That would be 36-26-41.
599645
I think you're an excellent weight. You can go to google and look up your BMI and that will tell you a healthy weight range to be in.\nA good rule of thumb for girls... 100 lbs. for 5 feet and 5 lbs. for every inch over. So... for you, that would be 135, and you're right there!