The Ultimate Guide to Fitting Women's Clothing "Loose Enough to Show You're a Lady"

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In the words of the one and only Marilyn Monroe: “Your clothes should be tight enough to show you’re a woman but loose enough to show you’re a lady.”

Well said Ms. Monroe!

And in honor of her words, we have come up with a guide that’s a must-see for women: the ultimate guide for the right fit for all clothing.

1. Trousers – The rule of thumb for trousers is that you should be able to put two fingers inside the waistband to have a little wiggle room.

Here’s how to tell if you’re trousers are getting a little too tight:

If there’s wrinkling in the front panel, the pants are too tight
If there’s fabric that doesn’t lie flat when you sit down
However, don’t worry if the pockets look funny when you sit, that’s normal. You can also remove them for a sleeker look if you wish.

Remember that trousers are very easy to tailor if they’re too long; the best fit is when the bottom falls an inch or two off the floor.

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2. Blazers – You can tell very easily if they’re a tight fit. Here’s a tip: if you can’t comfortably steer your car or hug your man, then your blazer is too tight. Look out for pulling across your shoulder blades which indicates a too-snug jacket. Some women prefer the look of an open jacket, so if it’s only comfortable when it’s opened, it’s up to you to make the purchase.

Also make sure the shoulder seam should sit right on your shoulder. As far as sleeve length, jacket cuffs should lie an inch above the knuckles and one inch below the wrist.

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3. Jeans – Fitting on jeans in general is a pain, there’s no denying that. We will admit that there’s a trial and error process to find a brand that matches your shape. A tip so that your jeans won’t shrink and lose shape is to air-dry your jeans to preserve their shape. Ninety percent of the denim alterations we do are shortening, but for an authentic look, we recommend asking your tailor to reattach the original hem. That way, there won’t be any mismatched thread and your jeans will look the same as when you purchased them.

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4. Button-down Shirts – The key to a properly fitting button-down shirt is that the seams should lie flat. Look out for gaping between the buttons—which often happens on full-busted women. Shirts with a bit of stretch to them tend to sit more smoothly, but even if an otherwise flattering shirt gapes, all hope is not lost.

Also remember:

Shirt cuffs should come down just below your wrist and be able to peek out from the sleeve of a blazer.

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5.Dresses – Just like with blazers, the shoulders are the hanger of the dress. If it doesn’t fit there, chances are it’s not going to drape properly or hang well on your body. The next spot to check is your hips. Dresses tend to be more forgiving through the middle, and if the garment is well-made, properly fitting shoulders should signal properly fitting hips because the two are in alignment.

Tip: Beware of dresses with fitted waists—they’re the most challenging to fit. Everyone’s waist is in a different place.To find yours, simply stand up and bend side to side—wherever you bend is your natural waist. Dresses without structured waistlines will flatter most figures.

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6. Bras – Did you know 80 percent of women have the wrong bra size? And only 5 percent of women have gone to have a professional bra fitting? Just because most people won’t see it doesn’t mean that a properly fitting bra isn’t essential to making you look—and feel—great. Be sure that the center core—the place between the cups—sits flush against your breastbone.

Here are some tips for your best-fitting bra:

• Watch out for spillover. You want tissue fully encompassed in the cups—no bumps or lumps on top or on the outside of the bra.

• Raise your arms a few times in the dressing room. The bra should stay anchored below your bust and the back should lie flat without pulling away from your body.

• Don’t dismiss a bra before adjusting it. Tightening—or letting out—the straps can make a world of difference when it comes to support.

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7. Swimwear – It’s no lie that women dread shopping for bathing suits. But as much as we want to blame ill-fitting suits for our woes, the challenge may be, in part, in our heads. First of all, bathing suit tops should fit like bras: no gaping, pulling or spilling over. TIP: Look for bathing suit bottoms with adjustable sides—that way you can tighten or loosen the fit to your preferences, and be sure that the fabric isn’t cutting into your skin.