Every woman wants to find pants that are flattering. Clothing that is too tight emphasises any extra weight by creating a crease that may bulge above and below. Stretched zippers open and the result is that the person wearing them appears overweight. The perfect pants disguise flaws and create a silhouette that is flattering to the wearer. Everyone wants to look their best and a good fit is one requirement to create that image.
Take your measurements before you purchase pants. This gives a basic idea of the size that you should buy. Use the chart to find the exact size. Centimetres and inches are provided to assist you when shopping online.
Size | Waist | Hips
10 (S) | 70cm (27 inches) | 97cm (38 inches)
12 (S) | 75cm (29 inches) | 102cm (40 inches)
14 (M) | 80cm (31 inches) | 107cm (42 inches)
16 (M) | 85cm (33 inches) | 112cm (44 inches)
18 (L) | 90cm (35 inches) | 117cm (46 inches)
20 (L) | 95cm (37 inches) | 122 cm (48inches)
22 (XL) | 100cm (39 inches) | 127 cm (50 inches)
24 (XL) | 105 cm (41 inches) | 132 cm (52 inches)
26 (2XL) | 110 cm (43 inches) | 137 cm (54 inches)
28 (2XL) | 115 cm (45 inches) | 142 cm (56 inches)
30 (3XL) | 120 cm (47 inches) | 147 cm (58 inches)
When you use the chart, always select pants that fit the larger of your waist or hips. For example if you have a 95cm waist and 127cm hips you will need to choose size 22. Regardless of whether the pants fit the waist or not, if they don't fit through the hips, your derriere will tug the pant leg upward causing the legs to become too short, forming creases or opening the zipper.
You should always measure your hips at their widest point. For example, if the tops of your thighs are wider than your hips, then you'll want to measure yourself there to make sure you get a good fit. Remember that some companies will have their own proprietary sizing charts; in these cases, use their measurements to find your size instead.
Measure your inseam. If you have shorter legs, it's always best to have the pant touch the top of the shoe without excess hanging over. Allow the back of the pant hem to brush the middle of the back of your shoe. Use a petite size if your inseam is less than 75 cm or 29 inches. For those that have inseams at 29 inches, it's best to get a regular and adjust the length yourself if necessary. Those whose inseam is 82 cm (32 inches) or longer need to look at the tall sizing.
To camouflage wider hips and waists, wear pants which do not have a gathered waist (a gathered waist will actually emphasize these). Some women opt for baggy pants to hide extra pounds, but this should be avoided, since it makes you appear larger than you actually are. Shorter women can wear pants which feature vertical stripes to give the illusion of height and make their legs appear longer. For long legged women, bell bottoms may be a good choice.
When you use your exact measurements to purchase pants, you'll find that you have better luck finding the right fit to flatter your figure. Just make certain that you take the measurements in your normal relaxed mode. These are only for you to see, so if you suck in your stomach and attempt to make them as small as possible, you defeat the purpose and won't get a good fit and that's the reason you want the measurements. - 15359
Take your measurements before you purchase pants. This gives a basic idea of the size that you should buy. Use the chart to find the exact size. Centimetres and inches are provided to assist you when shopping online.
Size | Waist | Hips
10 (S) | 70cm (27 inches) | 97cm (38 inches)
12 (S) | 75cm (29 inches) | 102cm (40 inches)
14 (M) | 80cm (31 inches) | 107cm (42 inches)
16 (M) | 85cm (33 inches) | 112cm (44 inches)
18 (L) | 90cm (35 inches) | 117cm (46 inches)
20 (L) | 95cm (37 inches) | 122 cm (48inches)
22 (XL) | 100cm (39 inches) | 127 cm (50 inches)
24 (XL) | 105 cm (41 inches) | 132 cm (52 inches)
26 (2XL) | 110 cm (43 inches) | 137 cm (54 inches)
28 (2XL) | 115 cm (45 inches) | 142 cm (56 inches)
30 (3XL) | 120 cm (47 inches) | 147 cm (58 inches)
When you use the chart, always select pants that fit the larger of your waist or hips. For example if you have a 95cm waist and 127cm hips you will need to choose size 22. Regardless of whether the pants fit the waist or not, if they don't fit through the hips, your derriere will tug the pant leg upward causing the legs to become too short, forming creases or opening the zipper.
You should always measure your hips at their widest point. For example, if the tops of your thighs are wider than your hips, then you'll want to measure yourself there to make sure you get a good fit. Remember that some companies will have their own proprietary sizing charts; in these cases, use their measurements to find your size instead.
Measure your inseam. If you have shorter legs, it's always best to have the pant touch the top of the shoe without excess hanging over. Allow the back of the pant hem to brush the middle of the back of your shoe. Use a petite size if your inseam is less than 75 cm or 29 inches. For those that have inseams at 29 inches, it's best to get a regular and adjust the length yourself if necessary. Those whose inseam is 82 cm (32 inches) or longer need to look at the tall sizing.
To camouflage wider hips and waists, wear pants which do not have a gathered waist (a gathered waist will actually emphasize these). Some women opt for baggy pants to hide extra pounds, but this should be avoided, since it makes you appear larger than you actually are. Shorter women can wear pants which feature vertical stripes to give the illusion of height and make their legs appear longer. For long legged women, bell bottoms may be a good choice.
When you use your exact measurements to purchase pants, you'll find that you have better luck finding the right fit to flatter your figure. Just make certain that you take the measurements in your normal relaxed mode. These are only for you to see, so if you suck in your stomach and attempt to make them as small as possible, you defeat the purpose and won't get a good fit and that's the reason you want the measurements. - 15359
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