How to determine the size of shorts?

Shorts are one of the most relevant items in both men's and women's wardrobes. They can be long or short, made of natural or synthetic fabrics, tight, loose, and even compression. Today, cropped trousers, the length of which does not reach the knee, are used everywhere: at home, in the city, for sports and outdoor activities, romantic dates, ski tours, and trips to cafes.

There are purely sports models, there are casual ones, there are office ones and even dressy ones. And there are truly universal shorts. They have gained popularity, first of all, as an indispensable thing for the summer. But more and more often, modern fashionistas and fashionistas do not deny themselves the pleasure of wearing shorts in cool weather. For this, shorts made of wool, thick knitwear and denim were invented.

Everyone loves them: both adults and children. The choice of these clothes is not limited by age, social status, gender, body type and build. The only difficulty may arise with determining the size. It depends on the style and cut of the chosen model.

From this publication you will learn:

• How to determine the size of shorts?
• How to find out the size of men's shorts?
• How to find out the size of women's shorts?

HOW TO DETERMINE THE SIZE OF SHORTS?

The lack of strict canons and bold design decisions sometimes mislead, making one doubt the gender of certain shorts. However, men's and women's models have clear differences, even if they are made in the same size and look similar. The clothes differ in the fastener, the number of loops and the cut.

• Men's shorts are fastened to the left, and women's to the right. The product for the fair half has only one type of fastener - a zipper, while shorts for the stronger half can be equipped with a zipper, snaps or buttons.
• As a rule, men's shorts have 7 belt loops (loop for a belt), and women's have 5. The smaller number is explained by the fact that the female body is more curvy - shorts and other clothes are held on the hips without additional fastenings.
• The products differ in the distance and shape of the cut of the section from the waist to the crotch: in men's shorts it is short and straight, in women's shorts it is long and looks like a crescent.

Therefore, there are separate men's and women's size charts, which indicate several parameters of the product.

What parameters determine the size of shorts?

When buying shorts, it will be wrong to be guided by height or age, and it will not work, since the determining parameters when choosing this clothing are hip circumference and waist circumference. The size charts of shorts of any manufacturer are based on these two indicators. Among others, they may indicate: product length, waist height and other parameters (see the full list below). The size of shorts can be determined in two ways:

1. by body measurements,
2. by old shorts size

1. Determine the size of shorts by body measurements

As we said above, the volume of the hips and waist are the main parameters. But in some cases, additional sizes may be needed. Here is a complete list of them and the rules for measuring.

1. Waist width or half-waist. Measured across the top of the shorts, from the far left to the far right point.
2. Waist height. Measured from the waist to the crotch on the front side of the garment.
3. Hip half-girth. Measured across the widest part of the hips, from the far left to the far right side.
4. Top leg width. Measure the width of the upper part of the leg at the crotch level.
5. Length of the product or side seam. Measure from the uppermost point to the lowermost point, along the outer side seam.
6. Length of the crotch or inner seam. Measure from the groin to the lower point of the shorts, along the inner side seam of the product.
7. Bottom leg width. Measure the width of the bottom of the leg.

Tips for taking measurements

When measuring parameters, follow these simple rules:

• Use a flexible measuring tape.
• It is advisable to have another person take the measurements - the result will be more accurate.
• When taking measurements, you need to stand straight, your arms should be along your body.
• Measure the hip circumference at the most protruding part of the buttocks.
• Measure the waist circumference at the narrowest part.
• For control, take several measurements for each parameter, and take the maximum value.

2. Determine the size by old shorts

You can also take measurements from your old shorts that are as similar as possible to the ones you are buying, laying the item out on a horizontal surface and carefully straightening it out. As you can see, using the example of FREEVER shorts, to determine your size of this brand's product, you only need to measure 4 parameters: half-girth of the waist, hips, length of the outer and inner seam. They will indicate the size of the product (see red example). If some parameters correspond to a larger size, and others to a smaller one, choose the product in the larger size (see green example).

HOW TO FIND OUT THE SIZE OF WOMEN'S SHORTS?

Women's shorts are a rather capricious piece of clothing: they can emphasize the advantages of the figure, or they can expose all its flaws. When choosing a model, start from your body type.

1. For a pear-shaped figure, the best shorts will be elongated, with a loose cut.
2. For a "rectangle" figure - tight shorts with a medium and low waist.
3. For a "triangle" figure - low-waist shorts.
4. For an "apple" figure - high-waisted items.
5. And any shorts look great on an "hourglass".

Having decided on the appropriate style and color, it is important to know your Ukrainian shorts size. When choosing a size, the main determining parameter will always be the volume of the hips, since the waist can always be adjusted with a belt or tightening laces (as in sports models). In this case, to obtain a product that best suits your figure, you must additionally take into account your waist size (measurement at its narrowest point), and in some cases you will need:

• total height of shorts (error +/- 5.0 cm);
• width of the leg in the groin area and at the bottom of the product.

After measuring the necessary parameters, use the table below to determine the Ukrainian size and the corresponding English, American, European, Italian and Japanese clothing size.

What tolerances should be taken into account when measuring?

There are three main rises of shorts: low, medium and high.

• With a low rise, the waist level is 5-6 (cm) below the waist. When taking measurements, you can add 2-3 cm to the waist measurement.
• With a medium rise (aka standard), the waist level coincides with the waist level. When measuring the waist, you can take a value 1-2 cm larger.
• With a high rise, the waistband is 4 cm higher than the waist. The adjustment up or down can be 2 cm.

HOW TO FIND OUT THE SIZE OF MEN'S SHORTS?

The choice of style and length of men's shorts depends on height and body type. The main thing is that the clothes fit well. The recommendations here are simple:

• Overweight men are recommended to choose shorts 3 cm above the knee. It is better to avoid tight, too short and wide models.
• Thin men can afford a tight style that is knee-length or slightly above. A loose cut is taboo!
• Tall men look good in shorts that are slightly above the knee, including models with a cuff. For short and medium-height guys, medium-length items are best.

As with women's shorts, the issue of choosing the size of men's products is also key. The determining factors will be the waist and hips. You can measure both parameters on the body or by taking measurements from old shorts that are very close to those you choose.

The measurements should be compared with the data given in the table. We recommend rounding the final result up. Having determined your Ukrainian shorts size, remember the number and compare it with the English, American, European and Italian sizes, as well as how it is designated in the international format.

In conclusion

The sizes of shorts, as well as the sizes of T-shirts, shirts, pants and other clothes, unfortunately, do not have a common standard. Therefore, there are separate American (US/USA), European (EU/EUR), British (UK), Chinese (CH), Ukrainian (UA) and other sizes. Using the table of correspondence between them, you can quickly find your version of shorts in a "foreign" standard. But, taking into account the individual characteristics of clothing patterns, such a choice will be approximate.

The most accurate and correct choice will be based on the size chart of the manufacturer from whom you are going to buy the item. That is why it is important to know your data: waist size, hips, inseam, and so on.

Shorts, undoubtedly, ruled and will rule the ball in the hot season. If you want to bring a breath of fresh air into your everyday or sports image, come for your ideal shorts on Freever.ua or in the offline store of the popular Ukrainian brand.