In Style, Size Doesn’t Matter

Whether you are a 6, small, plus, 10, petite, 0, 4, large or any other size means nothing when trying to find what fits you best.  In style, size doesn’t matter, it is the fits that counts.  Every brand, every cut, every piece is never the same.  This means you must try on multiple sizes to see which fits you in the most flattering way.  While you may be a size six the majority of the time, you should not own only size six items.  There are many benefits to allowing yourself to own a wide range of sizes.

First, limiting yourself to a size limits your clothing options.  If you try on a pair of pants that are the size you think you are and they don’t fit, that could mean that style fits you differently than other styles, or that brand fits you differently than others.  Try on the surrounding sizes to see if those work instead. If you buy the pair of pants that are the size you think you are, but they are a tight or don’t look quite right, you have now purchased something that you will never be comfortable in and will rarely wear.  In other words, you have wasted your money.

Also, at the point an item goes on sale there are usually limited sizes available.  If you are willing to forget that you are a specific size and try expanding your size pool, you will be able to build your wardrobe for less. Sales are like treasure hunts where you can find something for nothing, but you have to be flexible.  You must go in with an open mind and be willing to adjust your needs whether that means the size, brand or item you are looking for.

Allowing yourself to consider fit vs. size makes shopping more exciting and a less painful experience than many seem to make it.  My wardrobe ranges from a 0P (this does not happen often, but if it fits what am I gonna do) to an 8, XS to XL and 28 to 32.  When you shop first look for what you like.  Once you have found something you love, examine the item based on its shape to decide what size you may want to try on.  Here is where you can use your usual size as a reference or starting point.  If an item looks like it may run a bit small or large, grab one in your usual size and the next size up or down.

Remember that no size suites every body type, so it is essential to throw your preconceived notions about being one size and one size alone away.  Fit is what makes a difference in fashion and the right fit is what will make you feel fabulous in whatever you wear.

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