With the push of international brands into the US plus size fashion arena finding your size can be confusing to say the least. While I preach till I am blue in the face about knowing your size and consulting size charts before you click buy, I realize that plus size fashion has been on life support for so many years that when so many new companies hit the scene your credit card starts to itch with anticipation.
Today are a few comparison tips to help you when it comes to figuring out the difference between US and International size charts.
Step One
Ignore the number on the tag and buy what looks best on your plus size frame
Step Two
Don’t pass out when you look at the numbers from other countries.
This example is taking a size 24(US) and converting it across the major countries in consideration for plus size fashion.
- US 24 or 3X
- UK 26
- Japan 27
- Germany 52
- Australia 54
- France 56
- Italy 58
City Chic Size Chart – Australia
The one thing to remember when it comes to size charts is there is absolutely no regulation when it comes to sizes. Each designer has his or her own vision in mind when they design their clothes in particular plus size designers. Many plus size designers start of designing their own clothes and move from their.
With so many more options available outside of the US be sure if you are going to order from an international company, even if they have a presence in the US consult their size chart to cut down on the amount of frustration you have to deal with.
