How Do I Know What Size to Buy If I'm Between Sizes?
Author: Stylist and brand team at Tellar
Date: 2025
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The technical reality:
Body measurements rarely fall neatly into one size chart box.
When you're between sizes, the safest technical rule is:
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Prioritis
e the largest measurement (especially critical for fitted clothing like dresses or jeans)
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Fabric matters: Stretch fabrics can accommodate smaller sizing better than rigid ones.
How Tellar.co.uk helps:
Tellar calculates your largest critical measurement (chest, waist, hips) and suggests the size that accommodates it.
It also accounts for fabric flexibility where available — so you know if you can size down safely or should size up for a structured garment.