This paper presents an anthropometric data collection methodology to measure and identify the body measurements and shape of overweight and obese children, using 3D body scanning technology. The sample comprises of children residents in the North of Portugal between the ages of two and eleven, of both genders. The described procedure is part of an ongoing research linked to a project of the Doctoral Program in Textile Engineering at University of Minho, which aims to develop appropriate clothing, considering the anthropometrics and the ergonomics needs of the children from this specific population. The stages of data collection are presented. As a conclusion, considerations about the data collection points out some improvement opportunities and suggestions for similar studies.

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The researches concerning the measurements of the human body in Brazil are still very few and the anthropometric data related with the Brazilian women is widely diversified due to some aspects such as the vastness of the country and a huge miscegenation of races. The results obtained through the utilization of a 3D body scanner were segmented into four categories, namely: age, region of origin, race and shape. The aim of this study is to provide more accurate and reliable measurements and information concerning the different types of body shapes for the clothing sizing systems directed to the industry specialized in the mass production of clothing, and, therefore, allow clothing to fit appropriately on the wearer's body in such a way as to make her more confident and satisfied with the clothing available in the market but also access higher levels of comfort.