Do you even wander through a store, or click through a website, looking at clothing and wonder how it will fit? The description says it is a junior item, but what does that mean? Is there a difference between even and odd size numbers, if so, what is it? Is XL the same as 1-X? If this sounds like you, you are not alone. This post discusses the difference between womens and missy sizes. For even more information, check out our post on missy versus junior sizing.
Knowing the difference between missy and women’s or women’s plus sizing is an important part of knowing your correct sizes. When you know which category you fit into, you are able to find a better fit and more flattering styling.
While not every rule will fit with every design, here is a basic framework to help you decide which sizing style works best for you.
The missy sizes are often considered the “average” size woman. The designs are fit for any age, and there is a wide assortment missy size fashions on the market today.
Many designers use even numbers to display missy sizes such as 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12. Missy size 18 is often the upper limit of sizes, though some designers extend their size range to a size 20 or even 24. Missy tops will often be sized XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL and are styled to flatter the more average size woman. The difference between sizes is generally 1-inch
Women’s or women’s plus clothing refers to clothing for women sizes 14W and up; it is designed for a fuller-figured woman. Many designers use even numbers followed by a “W”, such as 14W, 16W, 18W and so on. Women’s size 24W is often the upper limit of sizes, though some manufacturers extend their sizing beyond that. Women’s tops are often sized 1X, 2X, 3X where X is in place of extra-large. Some specialty clothing stores, like Lane Bryant, Torrid, and Chico’s offer a system of sizing different from the norm but consistent within their brands.
Women’s plus size clothing often features a more generous cut with longer length tops and sleeves. The difference between sizes is generally 2-inches.
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