Women's jacket sizes, how to determine the size

Outerwear is a beautiful, comfortable, seasonal outfit chosen to fit, a diverse part of a woman’s wardrobe. For every season, fashion designers create fashionable clothing collections that are different in style and style. All model options help you create your own original image, but the main thing is not to make a mistake and choose an outfit that suits your figure, and for this it is useful to know how to choose the right size of outerwear.

Important! The outerwear group includes: fur coat, coat, jacket (windbreaker), down jacket and other insulated products. These things protect from seasonal climatic conditions and perform aesthetic functions. Outerwear is worn over the costume and dress group.

List of measurements for determining the size of outerwear

Obtaining individual parameters, carried out in compliance with the basic rules of measurement, allows you to correctly determine your size. Since ancient times, when sewing clothes, basic and additional (control) measurements have been used. Due to their physiological and anatomical structure, sizes differ depending on age: children, adults; by gender: male, female, but the basic positions for taking measurements remain the same for everyone.

The list of basic measures includes:

• P – human height;
• OG – chest girth.
• OT – waist circumference;
• AB – hip circumference.

The list of additional measures includes:

• ОШ – neck circumference;
• DT – length to the waist along the back;
• VG – chest height;
• ШП – shoulder width;
• DR – sleeve length;
• ШС – back width;
• DI – product length.

Important! The parameter (OG) or chest girth is considered a measure for determining the size of outerwear for women in the Russian sizing system.

How to understand your size

A jacket is an expensive wardrobe item. Therefore, if you plan to purchase a leather jacket or ski suit remotely, then you need to calculate the size of the product as accurately as possible.

To correctly determine the size of an item, you will need to take certain measurements.

You will need to measure the person's height. The measurement involves measuring from the top of the head to the heels. You will also need your chest circumference. Measurement is carried out at the level of protruding points on the chest and back. This is quite enough to choose the “right” jacket.

But there are also additional options that allow you to choose the product to best suit your figure. Measuring the shoulder width will allow you to clarify the latter. The length of the sleeve will also be important. You will also need your waist circumference.

The distance from the waist to the neck is important when choosing a jacket for women. But the indicator is necessary only if the height does not exceed 150 centimeters.

Fact! If you have a non-standard figure, it is recommended to increase each measurement slightly, thereby giving a margin for a comfortable fit. For example, if a person has a large belly, then to the measurements of the waist - the narrowest point of the torso - you need to add 5 - 15 additional centimeters. The “increase” is determined individually.

If the measurements “stopped” at the borderline size indicators, then it is recommended to choose a larger one.

How to take measurements correctly

The measurements taken allow you to correctly determine the individual figure parameters for each person. At the same time, it is important to have information: how to determine the data of outerwear for women and not make mistakes when measuring.

There are several basic tips for correctly taking measurements of women's outerwear. To do this, you need a thick measuring tape (hereinafter, see tape), which is used for accurate measurements, and a lace; you will also need an assistant to take measurements:

1. To ensure that the measurements are not end to end, measurements are taken in a vertical position - the person stands in any position, but the back must be kept straight and not slouched.
2. The lace is secured in a loose position at the waist, and all measurements are taken on the right side.
3. Measurements are taken with tape, held tightly to the body, but not tightened.
4. They start by determining a person’s height from the back. P – the distance from the top point of the head (crown) to the floor (heels) along the straightened back.
5. To determine the chest girth (CG), the tape is placed in the widest part of the back under the shoulder blades and closes on the protruding volume of the chest.
6. To find the waist circumference (WT) in the narrowest area of ​​the figure, tie it above the navel, loosely fit the lace and lay a tape that is parallel to the horizontal plane.
7. To determine the exact circumference of the hips (HC), the most protruding parts on the sides of the pelvis and buttocks of the pelvis are found and measured with a tape.
8. Sleeve length (SL) is measured from the shoulder, a tape is drawn along the arm through the bent elbow to the wrist.
9. The length of the product (DI) is measured from the third vertebra of the base of the neck to the desired length of the model.

Important! All parameters, except lengths, are divided in half to obtain domestic size measurements in the generally accepted measurement system.

What should you pay attention to when purchasing?

To choose the right men's winter jacket in terms of size and quality characteristics, you need to consider some factors:

• Material. It is desirable that the outer material of the jacket is waterproof and not blown. Your comfort will largely depend on this.
• Hood. It not only protects from rain and snow, but allows you to keep your head warm, so its presence on the jacket is very important.
• Length. It is advisable for short men to refrain from buying long jackets or coats. In such a piece of clothing, a man’s figure is lost, and he looks even shorter. But for taller men, jackets that are too short to the waist or that barely cover the hips are not suitable - this length visually lengthens the legs, and they seem disproportionately long in comparison with the rest of the body.
• Clasp. This parameter is also very important when buying a new item. Unbuttoning and fastening buttons takes a lot of time, and it is quite difficult to do with gloves. Small buttons are much more difficult to deal with than large ones. This is especially true for those who have problems with finger mobility, so in these cases it is better to pay attention to models with buttons or zippers.
• When purchasing a waterproof product, check that the seams are also waterproof. There are two types of seams - fully taped or taped only in certain places. Jackets with partially taped seams are much cheaper than the second option, but they are also much inferior in quality.

How to choose the size of outerwear according to your measurements

A woman needs to pay attention to fashion, style, style in order to look beautiful, elegant and most importantly comfortable in outerwear, but this is not enough. Folds with creases on the back or stretched buttons on the chest give the appearance an unpresentable appearance due to the wrong size. Therefore, before purchasing, it is important to familiarize yourself with the information on how to find out the size of outerwear for women, so that in the store you can check the individual parameters of your figure using the tag on the item.

When choosing well-fitting items, a number of nuances are taken into account.

Choosing clothes by weight

For women's outerwear, the measurement of bust circumference (CH) or half-circumference is the main determining parameter. For non-standard figures, the semi-circumference of the hips is additionally assessed, and the size of the required item is determined based on the larger comparative result. Classification of clothing according to the difference between the volume of the chest and hips:

• by 4 cm, 1st;
• by 8 cm, 2nd;
• by 12 cm, 3rd;
• At 16 cm, 4th.

Choosing clothes based on hip circumference

In non-standard figures, with a typical parameter of chest volume (CG), waist (WT) and hip (H) volumes are significantly different, this indicates which fat group the figure belongs to. Based on the circumference of the hips, 5 types of classification according to completeness have been formed:

• with minor, OM;
• with small, M 1;
• with average C 2;
• with large, B 3;
• with very large, OB 4.

Selection of clothing by age groups

When modeling clothes to choose a style and style, division into age groups plays a role:

• 18-29 years old – youth;
• 30-44 years – average;
• 45 years or more – older.

Choosing clothes according to international size markings

International marking of things by their coding has different parameters from the European and Russian sizing systems. The difference in size range is marked with codes:

• X – corresponds to size 32-36;
• S – corresponds to size 36-38;
• M – corresponds to size 38-40;
• L – corresponds to size 40-42;
• XL – corresponds to size 42-44.

Determining the size of a down jacket

A down jacket is a modern, comfortable and practical type of outerwear for the cold season with a light, non-burdensome weight. From all the variety of products in style, color and price scale, it is not difficult to choose a down jacket by size, because there are no strict regulations. Basic measurements: shoulder width (SH), chest girth (OG), sleeve length (SL). The main thing to consider is the following features:

1. For winter, choose a down jacket half a size larger so that it does not fit close to your figure and creates an air gap.
2. For long walks in the fresh air, choose a larger size to be able to wear a sweater or vest under a down jacket.
3. To emphasize the features of the figure, purchase a down jacket in volume, according to your own preferences.

Determining the size of the windbreaker

A windbreaker or jacket is a lightweight sports outerwear item. They are suitable for any lifestyle: both as an elegant stylish thing and as protection from wind and rain. To buy a comfortable and practical, loose-fitting, long-sleeved windbreaker with a zipper or snap closure, you need to know the measurements:

1. The measurement - chest girth (CG) - is taken with tape at the level of the armpits, capturing the protruding points of the bust.
2. The sleeve length (SL) should not fall too far on the hand, measured from the shoulder to the wrist.
3. The length of the product (DI) should not be too long or short. It is measured from the seventh cervical vertebra.

Important! Waist circumference (WA) is not measured in advance, and for people with a full belly, clothes are selected during fitting.

Determining the size of the coat

A demi-season coat must be chosen carefully according to your figure, taking into account the length of time it will be worn. Basic measures to follow:

• landing, shoulder length (DP);
• unrestrictedness at chest level (CH);
• the waist is marked strictly in place (OT);
• sleeve length to wrist (DR).

Important! When purchasing a coat, keep in mind that it should not fit tightly around your figure. The measurements are selected with a small margin, taking into account bulky items that will have to be worn in winter.

Determining the size of the fur coat

A natural fur coat is an elegant winter outerwear characterized by valuable fur and high cost. The fur product will be durable if you choose the right size. In order not to make a mistake in the size and to purchase a beautifully fitting fur coat, you must adhere to the following rules:

• a slightly tight fur coat eventually comes apart at the seams and wears out quickly;
• with a baggy fit, the fur can quickly sag in places and the fur coat will lose its shape;
• Before buying, carefully try on a fur coat, try to move your arms up and to the sides to see if there is any stiffness.

Important! When purchasing an expensive item, it is advisable to invite an accompanying person with you to critically evaluate the fit of the fur coat on your figure from an unbiased point of view.

How do men's clothing sizes compare?

Stylish clothes should, above all, be comfortable. How comfortable you feel in a suit or jeans depends on the correct size. To determine it correctly, you need to take measurements. It will be most convenient to resort to the help of another person.

For a man, the defining measures are:

• Height;
• Neck circumference;
• Chest circumference;
• Waist circumference;
• Hip girth;
• The length of the sleeve;
• Length of the outer seam of the trousers;
• Length of the inner seam of the trousers.

When choosing shirts, jackets, jumpers, sweaters, and outerwear, the main parameters are chest girth and height. Shirts are sized according to neck circumference. Trousers and jeans are purchased according to the size chart, which is determined by the circumference of the waist and hips. The height parameters of trousers, as a rule, have a separate indicator.

Size charts of clothing manufacturers in different countries have different letter or numerical classifications. In the international grid, sizes are classified by letter codes from the smallest XXS to the largest 5XL, where S is a derivative of the English small, M is medium, L is large. The letter X and numbers indicate the degree of a particular size.

For comparison, the smallest adult size 44 in the Russian size chart corresponds to XXS in the international classification and has the following parameters:

• Average chest circumference 88 cm;
• Waist circumference 70 cm;
• Hip circumference 92 cm;
• Sleeve length 59 cm.

The 44th size of the Russian size grid corresponds to the international standard XXS, English (UK) 32nd, American (US) 34th, European (EU) 38th and Italian (IT) 42nd size.

For the purchase of men's clothing, the most indicative is the chest circumference, therefore this measurement is considered decisive for men along with the indicator of his height. In the international sizing system for the stronger half of humanity, the following sizes are determined by chest circumference:

• XXS – 70-78 cm;
• XS – 78-86 cm;
• S – 86-94 cm;
• M – 94-102 cm;
• L – 102-110 cm;
• XL – 110-118 cm;
• XXL – 118-129 cm.

If a man’s chest circumference is determined by the extreme figure, which is located exactly at the intersection of two different size indicators, then it is worth giving preference to the larger size. This choice is due to basic comfort; if the clothes are even a little tight, it can cause a lot of inconvenience.

Size chart for jackets, jumpers, vests, dressing gowns, sweaters, jackets, shirts.

Size chart for classic shirts (shirts)

Useful tips

When trying on outerwear, there are clearly visible signs that the item’s parameter has been chosen incorrectly:

• small – horizontal wrinkles gather on the back;
• large - vertical folds run along the back;
• tight - it pulls in the armpits and makes it awkward to raise your arms;
• tight in the hips, the sides at the hem of the item diverge;
• loose at the hips, the sides of the thing converge, running into each other;
• narrow if the collar does not fasten, or wide if it protrudes;
• is small on the stomach, so the length of the product falls at the back and rises at the front.

Tips for choosing a size for plus size:

1. It is not recommended to buy outerwear a size larger. It should be taken into account that the measurements for plus-size people already provide additional freedom of fit.
2. For overweight women, it is more advisable to buy outerwear that is elongated and has a high waistline.
3. For those with narrow shoulders and voluminous hips, you can balance the top and bottom by choosing A-line and flared models.

Subtleties of buying a jacket

The features of choosing men's and women's jackets include the following points:

1. Manufacturers' sizing charts may not match, even if the products were manufactured in the same country.
2. Asian jackets always run small, so Chinese models need to be bought one size larger.
3. Some manufacturers' tables list the parameters of the jacket, not the human body.
4. If the jacket has insulation, then you should make a margin of 1-2 cm when taking measurements.
5. The jacket, no matter what model it is, should not fit the figure too tightly. The presence of underwear should also be taken into account. Therefore, it is necessary to leave a margin of at least 2 cm.
6. For elongated models, it is necessary to calculate the hip circumference, otherwise the jacket will be too narrow at the bottom.
7. Women's jackets may have undercuts for the waist and chest. When purchasing such a product, you should try it on so that the grooves are “in the right place.”
8. The size of the sleeve is ideal when it covers the wrist and lightly touches the palm.
9. Fittings (zippers, fasteners, rivets, etc.) on outerwear must be iron and strong.
10. When choosing a down jacket, you should check whether the padding is visible through the material. Even a few fluffs that have come out indicate poor quality.
11. The lining and seams on high-quality items should be stitched evenly.

Choosing a men's or women's jacket without trying it on is not at all difficult. It is enough to use the original size tables of the manufacturers, as well as take into account body parameters and individual body features. When purchasing, you should pay attention to several nuances, then the jacket will fit perfectly and be comfortable to wear.

Women's outerwear size chart

You can easily and simply find out your size by using the analyzed measurements summarized in a table of sizes for women's outerwear.

It presents data proposed by the Russian, international and European sizing systems.

Anyone who has studied and understood how to choose the right size of outerwear can easily measure their body parameters and, based on the measurements obtained, determine the appropriate size. You can also use the table of outerwear sizes for women. With its help, it is easy to understand the discrepancies in data between the Russian, international and European sizing systems.

The nuances of choosing the size of a women's jacket according to size charts

The size range of women's jackets also depends on the country of origin:

• Domestic sizes, marked in numbers, range from 40 to 70. Separate values ​​​​are for women with a non-standard figure: for short ones - size K from 16 to 29, for tall ones - size L from 64 to 116.
• The European size in digital designation differs from the Russian one by 6 units, for example, 46 according to the domestic standard corresponds to 40 according to the European standard. The German size differs from the domestic one in the range from 40 to 58 by 8 units, from 60 to 66 by 10 units, from 68 to 70 by 12 units.
• American and English size charts contain markings from 0 to 30 and differ from domestic ones by 38 units.
• International - marked in Latin letters. Value range – XXS to 4XL. By Russian standards, the minimum is 38, the maximum is 58.

Important! To compare domestic and foreign sizes, you should use the correspondence table. But for a more accurate result, you need to take into account the parameters of the figure.