Rules for determining women's clothing sizes, useful tips

The choice of things from foreign manufacturers is complicated for many by the confusion with sizes. This is caused by the fact that the size grid of any country differs from internal standards. The information indicated on the labels is useful for buyers who know their parameters. To know their exact correspondence, it is necessary to find out how to determine the size of clothes for a woman and use a comparison table. It is not difficult to learn how to independently select products exactly by size. After measuring, it is important to remember the parameters of the figure.

How to take measurements correctly

In order for the product to perfectly emphasize the figure, it is important to know exactly how to determine your clothing size. For all types of jackets, blazers, blouses, tunics, it is important to know the chest circumference. The main parameters for choosing leggings, trousers are determined by the length of the leg, waist circumference, hip circumference.

Measurement of basic parameters:

• height is determined - it is necessary to be without shoes and stand straight, with your shoulders back. Measurements are taken from the tip of the foot to the center of the head (crown);
• The body circumference under the chest can be determined using a measuring tape. The widest part, located under the chest, is encircled with a tape under the arms;
• The full chest circumference is determined by measuring the fullest part of the chest.

When choosing a dress or suit, you should consider how to correctly measure the circumference of the chest, as well as the waist and hips.

To set the parameters, the following measurements are taken:

• waist circumference - its parameters are determined by the tape that is wrapped around. Do not pull the tape too tightly - it should be loose. Do not pull in your stomach or strain your muscles;
• hip circumference is determined by the most prominent parts of the thigh and buttocks. To do this, you need to put your legs together. Then the widest part of the thigh, which needs to be measured, is visually noticeable. It is located below the waist;
• To determine the length of trousers, measure the side seam of the garment that fits more comfortably. The measurement is taken to the bottom edge of the trousers without a belt. The second method - the length is measured from the hip bone to the foot;
• the measurement of the inner seam (step) is taken from the crotch along the inner side of the leg. It is more convenient to take such measurements from trousers that have proven themselves well in wear;
• To determine the length of the sleeve, measure the arm, bent at the elbow - from the shoulder to the wrist;
• the shoulder line is determined by measurements from the center of the neck to the shoulder joint;
• If you need to know what size glove your hand corresponds to, measure the widest part of your palm directly in front of the joints, excluding the thumb.

When measurements are taken, the obtained values ​​are rounded up. Fashion designers recommend giving preference to clothes with a small allowance. It sits more freely, does not restrict movement and allows you to avoid the effect of a tight item. If necessary, it is easier to take in the product than to bore it.

Types and features of size grids

The popularity of online orders is growing due to convenience and accessibility. Considerable attention is paid to branded items, which are always very popular among Russians. In order to avoid disappointment with the new thing, women need to remember how the size of clothes is determined. What are the nuances of the correspondence between European and Russian sizes.

The size of women's clothing is determined by the chest volume. The size chart specifies the segments of values. This principle is explained by the fact that factories sew products based on the standard (universal) size. Equipment setup and the technological process do not allow for every minor nuance of the female figure. If you want the product to be tight-fitting, you can order a size that borders on your measurement. If you want the item to be loose, it is better to opt for a larger size.

To select the size of clothing, you need to use the information of the store where the product is ordered. They may differ slightly. The country where the products are made is of great importance.

The correspondence of parameters to the size range of clothes in the USA and Russia has its own peculiarities. The American system differs:

• the smallest is 00, corresponding to the Russian one – 34;
• the largest is 28, which corresponds to the domestic one – 60-64.

However, most of the size charts for items start from size 4 (sometimes 2) and end with size 14. They are considered the most popular.

If a person knows their parameters, it is very easy to choose the size of outerwear according to American markings. It is not difficult to find out whether clothes of an American brand will suit a particular woman. Having determined your size according to domestic standards, it is enough to subtract the number 34 from it. For example, the analogue of American 16 is domestic - 50.

If a woman knows her measurements, she will quickly find her way around when choosing European clothing. It is enough to subtract 6 from the Russian size and you will get the European one. For example, 48 will correspond to 42 in the European catalog. When shopping or ordering a model you like, it will be convenient to use the size chart. For those with a slim figure, size 34 is suitable, which corresponds to the standards of the domestic size 40.

For representatives of the stronger sex, there is no need to convert their sizes into European ones - they are the same. Knowing the parameters of your figure and height allows you to place an order yourself. You don’t even need to know a foreign language for this. Chinese electronic platforms offer products according to the customer’s parameters. Having received information about the volume of the figure in centimeters, the employees independently select what size is necessary for a woman.

In international trade, it is common to indicate the length of jeans in inches. In order not to make a mistake with the choice, consumers are offered a grid that allows them to choose the appropriate length of the popular product. The length of jeans 101 cm corresponds to 40 inches, 81 cm - (in inches) is equal to 32. More details in the table.

Correspondence of international sizes to Russian ones

Each country in the world has its own nuances when determining the size. Even countries located nearby can have significant differences. A striking example is Germany and France, as well as England. They use their own standards and markings. In international catalogs of women's clothing, letter designations are used:

• L – large;
• M – middle;
• S – small.

The prefix X indicates "extra". For example, XS is extra small. It is suitable for a very fragile woman with parameters no larger than size 40 on the Russian grid.

The tables indicate approximate values ​​of the generally accepted size range. The differences in parameters are brought into line with international standards. With their help, it is very easy for a woman to correctly calculate and choose the option she needs.

To avoid confusion when determining the size of women's clothing, the scale that was actively used in the Soviet Union is used within the country. However, most domestic manufacturers have already switched to international standards.

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