A reminder that women’s clothing sizes can be utterly nonsensical when it comes to finding the right fit.
Clothing sizes should never dictate our self-worth, especially since they fluctuate dramatically from one retailer to another. Fashion blogger Emma Blake recently showcased a striking example of this ongoing dilemma in women’s sizing.
Take a look at these side-by-side photos that perfectly illustrate how shopping for the right size can be a confusing experience—even within the same store.
“PSA: DON’T LET A NUMBER DEFINE YOU! BOTH OF THESE PANTS ARE THE SAME SIZE!”
Yes, you read that right. Both pairs of pants share the same size label, and they were purchased at the same store. Emma recounted her search for the ideal pair of pants, only to discover two wildly different fits in the same section. It’s common knowledge that stores offer various fits for different styles, but the contrast here is mind-blowing.
What’s the deal, retailers? How can one cut of pants be comfortably zipped up while another of the same size leaves you feeling like you need a miracle to button them? It’s absurd!
“I used to absolutely DREAD shopping because of this issue!” Emma confesses. “You go in hoping to find something in your usual size, and when it doesn’t fit, you leave feeling terrible about yourself. It’s a slippery slope back into diet culture and self-doubt. I know I’ve been there…”
Who hasn’t stood in front of a mirror in a dressing room, feeling utterly defeated, as if they don’t even recognize their own body? It’s disheartening. But moments like this remind us that the issue isn’t with us; it’s the fashion industry that has a lot of work to do.
“Stop trying to conform to the ‘ideal size’!” Emma encourages. Wear what makes you feel good! Who cares if it’s a few sizes up or down from your usual? Take back your power and wear whatever size and style you choose.
We often become so fixated on our size that we forget to focus on how the clothing actually looks on us. “Oh no, I can’t believe I’ve hit double digits now,” we lament, reminiscing about sizes we used to wear.
Let this photo serve as a powerful reminder that women’s sizing is a flawed system. What truly matters is finding clothing that fits well and, most importantly, makes us feel fabulous.
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In summary, women’s clothing sizes can be frustratingly inconsistent, but it’s essential to focus on how clothes fit and make us feel rather than be bound by a number.