How to Estimate Men’s Measurements When Shopping For Clothes
For many men, shopping for clothes can be daunting. It can be difficult to know what size clothes you need when shopping online, or even when in-store. Getting the proper measurements for your physique can make all the difference in finding clothes that fit comfortably and look good.
Here is how you can use estimations to find the right size clothes:
1. Measure Your Chest: Using a tape measure, stand in front of a mirror and wrap the tape measure around your chest, just below your underarms. Make sure the tape measure is level – the name of the game is to get an accurate reading.
2. Measure Your Waist: Keeping the same level as you did when measuring your chest, bring the tape measure around your waist. Make sure not to pull it too taut.
3. Measure Your Inseam: Measure from the bottom of your crotch, down your inner thigh, and down to your ankle.
4. Review Your Measurements: Review the measurements you have against the size charts for different clothes and find the one that best fits your body.
Tips for Finding The Right Size Clothes:
- Avoid any clothes labelled as ‘One Size Fits All’. Chances are it won’t fit properly and you want something that will fit your body comfortably.
- If you fall between sizes, lean towards the larger size to ensure that it’s comfortable and fits your body properly.
- Be aware of the different standards. Different brands and countries use different standards when it comes to sizing, so make sure you look at the size chart prior to purchase.
- Know your fabric. You can often show off a better body shape with clothes made of stretchy fabric.
Conclusion:
Shopping for clothes that fit correctly can take time but it’s an important part of the process. Knowing your body measurements, and accounting for various sizing standards and fabrics, can help you find clothes that fit your body properly and make you look great.