In such a huge variety of clothes, it is not always possible to understand what size is indicated on a T-shirt, T-shirt or top. What is taken as the basis of the dimensional grid in Russia, Europe? From the presented article you will learn how to choose the right clothes for the right shape, and you will find the exact description of Russian sizes.
What is the peculiarity of dimensional grids in different countries?
Each region has its own designation of clothing, which is formed depending on the type of measurement system. There are two of them: English and metric. Therefore, these differences between the sizes of women's T-shirts in Russia and other countries can be distinguished:
- American mesh is usually 1-3 sizes ahead of Russian mesh.
- The size of women's T-shirts in China is usually 1-2 divisions behind the Russian one.
- Clothes made in Turkey fit Russian women's sizes.
The following most common grids can be distinguished: Russian, Japanese, Chinese, American. A universal grid is a designation with a minimum size: XXS.
What sizes are available?
There are several options in total:
- international size starts from XXS and ends at XXXL;
- US size is based on the first 26 digits: 0, 2, 4, etc.;
- size in Russia starts from 38 and can go up to 74, it is in our country that women's T-shirts are made in large sizes;
- in France, the dimensional grid is similar to the grid of the USA and European countries, but starts from 36 (corresponds to 40 in Russia);
- English sizes start at 8 (equivalent to 40 in Russia) and extend up to 24 (56 in Russia);
To learn how to adjust your size to others, go to the next step.
How are women's T-shirts sized?
To measure clothes for women, there are 4 main aspects that the manufacturer must pay attention to:
- Bust. Measured at the most protruding points in a horizontal way.
- Hip circumference. Also a horizontal version along the most protruding points of the thighs, and with a part of the abdomen.
- Waist. Measured horizontally at the most protruding point from the sides (primary dimension) and at the smallest point (secondary dimension).
- Product length and sleeves. Measured by type of growth (from the neck to the hips in a vertical version), and the length of the sleeve is from the elbow to the shoulder joint.
Some clothes have two sizes on the tag,for example 56-58. This means that the material is very elastic and stretches well, so this garment will fit two wearers at once.
The formula with which you can fit all clothes to the size of the CIS countries is as follows: Divide the bust by 2.
It is enough to add 6 to the European size to get a grid from Russia. It is worth noting that it is the European grid that takes into account the height of a person.
How to measure?
In order to correctly select the size of a women's t-shirt, it is important to take the appropriate measurements.
- Stand barefoot against a wall to measure your height. Have another person mark with a pencil where your head ends with the most protruding point (crown). Then use a measuring tape to measure the length from the floor to the mark.
- To measure bust, raise your hands while the assistant works with the tape.
- Measuring the length of the sleeve is done with one hand while the other fixes the tape under the strap of the bra. The tape can be unwound up to the elbow, brush.
What materials are women's T-shirts made of?
Due to constant contact with the body, T-shirts must be made of a material that will not cause irritation or discomfort. Most popular fabric types:
Cotton. Soft and elastic material that perfectly passes moisture and air. It wrinkles quickly but will not lose color or shrink after many washes
- Linen has a rough texture, but hasexcellent breathability.
- Polyester attracts many with its cheapness and ability to pass moisture, but in winter it will be cold in a T-shirt made of this material.
- Silk is an additional material, has a quick wrinkle, which is why it is not popular.
Tips for choosing women's plus size T-shirts in cotton, synthetics, etc
Try to stick to the "+1" rule. If you do not know what size will fit, or you cannot determine it on a T-shirt, then choose the option 1-2 sizes larger. It is much easier to sew in a product than to expand it.
It is important to take measurements of clothes in length from the side that is most mobile. So, for example, for right-handers it will be the right side of the body, and for left-handers, respectively, the left.
When taking measurements, relax, do not strain or pull in the stomach. It is best to have someone else do the measurements, not you. And ask the person to take off the size in a stepped way. Make as many options as possible for the width, length of the body, dividing it into segments: first the first (just below the chest), then the second (waist), then the third (lower abdomen).
Women's sizes of clothing (t-shirts) are very diverse, and each country is ready to show off its own unique version. For the right choice, take measurements of your body and pick up things without difficulty.
