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Why XL is not the same everywhere
Short answer: The further you move from the middle of the scale, the bigger the differences between brands. XL at one...
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What S and M actually cover
Short answer: The letters S and M are not standardised, so they cover different measurements at different brands. An ...
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American sizes converted
Short answer: American women's sizes follow a completely different scale from European ones, while men's sizes are of...
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European and British sizes
Short answer: British women's sizes are typically four numbers below European ones, while men's sizes are often close...
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Why you can have two different sizes
Short answer: Upper and lower body do not follow the same scale, which is why many people wear one size on top and an...
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When you fall between two sizes
Short answer: Choose the smaller size when the fabric has elastane and the larger one when it does not. Elastane give...
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How to measure a foot length
Short answer: Stand on a sheet of paper with your heel against the wall, mark your longest toe and measure the distan...
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Hip measurement, how to take it correctly
Short answer: Measure around the widest part of your hips and seat with the tape level. Stand with your legs together...
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Waist measurement, how to take it correctly
Short answer: Measure around the narrowest part of your torso, which is usually just above the navel. Stand relaxed a...
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Chest measurement, how to take it correctly
Short answer: Measure around the widest part of your chest with the tape level all the way round. Stand relaxed and d...
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How to measure yourself with a tape
Short answer: Measure directly on your body, without clothes or with just a thin layer. The tape should sit level and...
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When you need to look presentable without changing
Short answer: Three things take two minutes: smooth the fabric with your hands, straighten the edges and remove visib...
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