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Why clothing sizes still don't mean the same thing from one brand to another
Brands use different measurement charts, fit models and grading rules, leaving shoppers with sizes that can vary by several inches.
- Clothing sizes vary widely across brands because no universal sizing standard exists for apparel, allowing retailers to establish their own unique specifications.
- Variations stem from technical construction factors like fabric stretch, silhouette, and ease, causing a specific size to fluctuate significantly based on design choices.
- Research suggests brands may use vanity sizing to generate positive consumer responses, though "I'm always a medium," some consumers assume, yet sizing remains inconsistent.
- Shoppers should treat size charts as starting points and distinguish between body measurements and garment measurements, which include extra fabric for movement.
- While digital fitting technology aims to improve accuracy, inconsistencies remain prevalent; consumers should prioritize checking brand-specific size charts and reading product reviews.
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