Make a fixed size list for all the adults in the household

Short answer: A fixed size list gathers everyone's measurements and preferred sizes in one place, so you do not have to measure from scratch every time you order. Measure all the adults in the household, note fit and model, and update the list when something changes.

Why a list saves time

Every time you order for several people, you otherwise have to remember who wears what. A list turns it into a short task. You look it up, choose and order. It reduces mistakes and exchanges, and nobody at home has to try on the same clothes three times.

Measure everyone calmly

Set aside time to measure all the adults in the household on the same day, with a soft tape and a relaxed posture. Measure the chest or bust, waist and hips, and write the numbers down. If it is hard to measure yourself, help each other. It is far more precise than guessing from a letter.

What the list should contain

Write the name, measurements and preferred fit for each person, for example close or loose. Add which size each person takes in T-shirts, sweatshirts and underwear, because sizing can vary from type to type. Also note if someone prefers longer sleeves or a different length, so you do not forget it.

Where to keep it

Keep the list somewhere everyone can reach, for example a shared note on your phone or a shared document. Then whoever is ordering can always look it up, and others can correct it if something changes. Avoid a loose slip of paper that can go missing, and keep the list short and clear.

Use it when you choose clothes

When you look for new clothes, check the list before you choose. You can look at the bestsellers from Copenhagen Bamboo to get an idea of what many people pick, but it is the list that decides the size. Compare with the size chart for each individual piece, not just one.

Update the list when the body changes

Bodies change over time, and so does the fit. Check the list once a year, or when someone notices that clothes sit differently. Measure again and correct the numbers. A list that is a couple of years old can give wrong sizes and therefore exchanges you could have avoided.

Note what worked

When a piece has fitted well, write the model and size in the list. That is worth more than a measurement alone, because you know the combination works. You can look at the range for women and the bamboo hoodie for women and note what suits you.

Washing and fit over time

Wash clothes following the care label so the fit holds, and note if anything has changed after the first washes. It can affect which size you choose next time. Keep the list alive, so it always shows what actually fits the adults in the house.

Frequently asked questions

Which measurements belong on the size list?

Chest or bust, waist and hips are a good starting point. Add preferred fit and the size each person takes in T-shirts, sweatshirts and underwear, and the list is easy to use.

How often should I update the list?

Check it once a year, or when someone notices that clothes sit differently. Measure again and correct the numbers, so the list always matches reality.

Where should I keep the list?

Somewhere everyone can reach, for example a shared note on your phone or a shared document. Then whoever orders can always look it up, and others can correct it if something changes.

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