| As our daily lives become more hectic, it is | | | | - Legs (exterior): Measure from the crotch to |
| becoming much more difficult to do many | | | | ankle |
| personal errands. Fortunately, the internet has | | | | When measuring, do not let the tape sag or you |
| become a great method of acquiring personal | | | | will get an incorrect measurement. Don't pull in |
| things that we may not normally have time get. | | | | your stomach or stand completely straight when |
| More people are now using the internet for their | | | | taking measurements. |
| shopping needs. With the click of the mouse, | | | | When viewing clothing online, zoom in on items to |
| consumers have 24 hour access to more | | | | see how they look on the mannequin. How tight |
| products than they would by shopping at a | | | | are the clothes? Are they sagging or tight around |
| traditional brick and mortar store. One type of | | | | the legs or chest? Also, look for descriptions such |
| product that people are searching for is clothing. | | | | as "athletic fit" and "relaxed fit." Another way of |
| Because there is less overhead, there are many | | | | getting a sense of what the clothing is like is to |
| great online clothing deals. Some people think that | | | | read online customer reviews. They should tell |
| shopping for clothes online is problematic because | | | | you if the size is an accurate fit. |
| they cannot try on the clothes. Although this is | | | | When shopping online, stay aware of your own |
| true, there are a number of things one can do to | | | | clothing. For instance, you know what colors and |
| improve their online clothes shopping experience. | | | | designs do not look good on you. Stay with your |
| One of the biggest issues is the difficulties with | | | | own color scheme and designs. Zoom in on the |
| sizing. Manufacturers tend to have their own size | | | | picture for a more in-depth look. If there are |
| guidelines. Most online clothing stores have online | | | | other pictures showing different angles and close |
| sizing charts so before you start surfing, make | | | | ups, carefully examine them. Check for added |
| sure you have all of your measurements written | | | | details such as pockets, pleats, brand name logos, |
| down. Use a seamstress measuring tape. Get | | | | and other colors. |
| another person to measure and write down your | | | | Another way of getting the right clothing for you |
| specific sizes in inches. With accurate | | | | is to purchase brand names that you already own |
| measurements, you will have a much easier time | | | | This way you know their quality, style, material, |
| purchasing the right size. | | | | and sizes. There is a greater chance you will not |
| The following is a measuring guideline you can use | | | | need to return the item. |
| to measure: | | | | Check the store's return policy before making a |
| - Arms (Sleeves): Place your hand on your hip. | | | | purchase so that you know you will be able to |
| Measure from the shoulder to the elbow. Record | | | | get your money back if there is a problem. If you |
| the measurement. | | | | have to return the item, make sure you have the |
| - Chest: Measure around and at the fullest part of | | | | receipt, price tags, order form, and proof from |
| the chest | | | | the post office that you mailed the item back so |
| - Bust (Woman): Measure around and at the | | | | you can prove to the company that it was sent. |
| fullest part of the bust. | | | | Shopping for clothes online does not have to be a |
| - Waist: Measure around where your pants are | | | | difficult experience. When keeping the right |
| normally fastened. Make sure it is the fullest part. | | | | information by the computer and understanding |
| - Hips: Place your heels together and measure at | | | | what to look for when browsing, you will find |
| the widest area. | | | | yourself enjoying the convenient shopping |
| - Legs (exterior): Measure from the hip to the | | | | experience. |
| ankle | | | | |