Girl clothes sizes can be a little confusing. Girls grow up quickly, and they have different body proportions than boys. The key is to know how to take accurate measurements so that you can shop for clothing that fits. You’ll need a flexible tape measure and a pen to get started. Start by measuring your girl’s height – remove her shoes and stand up straight against a wall. Then measure her chest and waist. Finally, measure her hips by bending to one side and finding the natural crease in her waist. Once you have these measurements, you can look up a size chart for the brand or product she wants to try on.
If you’re shopping online, make sure to check the retailer’s website for a sizing guide. The website will usually include a chart that shows the size of each product in comparison to its measurements. This can help you find the right size for your girl. In addition to standard sizing, some retailers offer petite and tall options as well. Petite sizing is typically 2 sizes smaller than regular, and it’s important to keep this in mind when shopping for girls’ clothing.
Some brands use a mix of sizing, which can be confusing. For example, Justice clothing may come in “Regular” sizes like 12, “Split” Sizes like 12/14 or Alpha Sizes such as Medium or Large. It’s best to read the brand’s sizing guide carefully, especially their height and weight specifications, for the most accuracy.
Another thing to keep in mind is that a girls’ sizing chart is different than a woman’s sizing chart. Juniors and women’s sizing are both odds and even, so if your girl wears a 7 in juniors she will probably fit into a misses 8 or even a women’s 10. On the other hand, if she’s rail thin, she might go from a misses size 16 to a juniors 1 or youth 16.
For grown-ass fashion that will fit and flatter her figure, there are lots of brands to choose from. WRAY is a New York-based label with cool prints and silhouettes that are inclusive of all shapes. Their sizes run 0-24 and XXS-6XL. Eileen Fisher is a classic with a modern twist. They offer a wide range of sizes including petites and plus (sizes 00-24 and XS-3X).
If you want to find stylish but sustainable fashion for her, you can’t do better than Tamara Malas. Her collection of dresses, skirts and tops are available in a variety of colors and sizes (0-16 and XS-3X). And for on-trend but timeless pieces that will never go out of style, there’s Sezane, an ethical fashion brand offering sizes 0-26 and XS-3X.