Why Don't Clothes Fit Me? The Scientific Explanation

It Is Not You, It Is the Patterns

How many times have you tried on an item of clothing and thought, “My body must be the wrong size”? Trousers that pull across the hips yet gape at the waist, blouses that are tight across the bust but loose at the arms... Stop blaming yourself; the science is on your side.

Hanezza, we understand these scientific findings and aim to offer you an excellent fit.

973 Women, 31,136 Measurements, One Finding

A comprehensive study published in 2022 by researcher Fatma Bayraktar at Yüzüncü Yıl University provided scientific evidence of the fit issues experienced by plus-size women. The study recorded a total of 31,136 body measurements from 973 women wearing sizes 46–56 who lived in Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir.

What was the outcome? The research clearly showed that existing standard size charts and patterns do not adequately reflect the real body shapes of Turkish women.

Why Do Differences in Depth and Width Matter?

One of the most striking findings was that plus-size women's body measurements differed markedly from standard industry patterns, particularly in the relationship between body depth and width. In other words, if a garment does not fit you properly, it is not because your body is “wrong”, but because the pattern may be inadequate.

The study, covering women with chest circumferences of 104–139 cm, used measurements to show why ready-to-wear manufacturers need to account for real body proportions.

The Hanezza Difference: The Right Pattern and Cut

At Hanezza, we take these findings seriously. When creating our collections, we focus not just on size labels but on the needs of real women's bodies. We prioritize well-designed patterns, quality fabrics and cuts suited to Turkish body proportions.

To choose the right pattern, it is important to check the garment's specific measurements and fabric structure. Explore our plus-size jacket collection to compare different cuts and consult current product information.

Because we know that the problem lies not with your body but with outdated industry standards.

Source

Bayraktar, F. (2022). Standardization of Body Measurements for the Production of Ready-to-Wear Clothing for Plus-Size Women. Yüzüncü Yıl University Journal of the Institute of Social Sciences, (58), 336–361.

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