Size when you buy several at once

Sep 20, 2026

Short answer: If you are buying several of the same item, order one first and buy the rest once it has fitted. It saves returning several pieces at once and gives you peace of mind before buying more.

Try one first

A single item costs a little more in shipping, but it saves you sending four back if the size is wrong. This applies especially to new styles among bamboo tops for women, where cut and length may differ from what you know. One trial gives you the answer before you commit.

Wash it before buying more

An item can shrink a few percent the first time it is washed, which changes how it fits. So wash the trial piece and wear it a few times before you judge. Do the same with a bamboo bra, where a small change in size is easy to feel. Then you know how it fits in daily life.

Then buy from the same range

Once the size is confirmed, buy the rest straight away so they come from the same production. Items from the same range are cut and sewn alike, so they also fit alike. The same goes for bamboo socks, where you want every pair to feel and fit the same when you take them out of the drawer.

Why several of the same makes sense

Many people like to own several of the same item once they have found one that fits well. It makes everyday life simpler, because you do not have to think about what goes together. When all pieces are alike, they also wear evenly, and none becomes the favourite that wears out first.

Use the trial period well

When the trial piece arrives, wear it on a few ordinary days. Put it on in the morning, go to work in it and notice how it feels in the evening. If it still fits well after a full day, that is a good sign. Pay attention to waistband, shoulders and sleeves, where tightness often shows later.

Note the size afterwards

Once you have found the right size, write it down with the name of the style. Then you can buy more later without trying again. This is especially useful for items you wear a lot and replace regularly, such as socks, underwear and tops. A short note on your phone is enough.

When buying for several people

If you are buying for several people at once, the same principle applies to each of them. Find the right size for each person before ordering many pieces. It may take a little longer, but it saves returns and makes sure everyone gets something they actually wear.

Patience pays off

Buying in two steps may seem slower, but the result is usually better. You end up with items that fit and avoid packing several pieces up to send back. Think of it as a small investment of time that gives you clothes you are happy with for a long while.