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If you are size 10 do you buy small or medium?

34 replies

beverleybass · 16/03/2022 17:19

For when sizing is small medium large rather than numbers

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Finfintytint · 16/03/2022 17:22

It varies on the brand. I find supermarket clothing way too big. A small is nearer a 12 so I get XS.

evilharpy · 16/03/2022 17:22

I'm usually a 10 (not currently, bah) and tend to buy a small in tops and medium in bottoms - I have big thighs and calves and find a small can be too tight in the leg.

Judystilldreamsofhorses · 16/03/2022 17:47

I buy S in Cos, Arket, &otherstories, but somewhere like H&M or Zara would need M or even L. I am a v hippy 10 so would never buy trousers that weren’t a dress size.

bjjgirl · 16/03/2022 17:48

Massively varies although I should be a medium,
5 ft 6 size 10 in normal shops though can be an 8 on the bottom in supermarkets (which is ridiculous)

JammyCandy · 16/03/2022 17:50

Normally M
But I’m a 10/12 rather than 8/10

pictish · 16/03/2022 17:51

Small usually. I’m a generous 8 or a neat 10.

ErrolTheDragon · 16/03/2022 17:54

It depends on the brand and style. I like the isocool type tops for walking, but don't like them tight so sometimes end up with a large.Confused so I've got a mix from XS upwards.

miltonj · 16/03/2022 17:58

Usually medium. Because I'm a 10-12 really. Bottoms I'm more of a ten. Sometimes would get a small can usually tell by looking at the item. If it's stretchy such as joggers, I'm more likely to go for a small.

GodspeedJune · 16/03/2022 18:01

In S/M/L I need a small. 8-10 in numbered sizes.

YingMei · 16/03/2022 18:01

Usually an S. although I sometimes find the sleeves can be a bit short even though I'm only 5'6.

onepieceoflollipop · 16/03/2022 18:02

It varies a lot
I check the ‘size guide’ on line if I’m not familiar with the brand
Recently ordered a decathlon coat for dd who is an 8/10
A medium fits but is quite fitted
Other brands a medium is more like a generous 14

duvetdayforeveryone · 16/03/2022 18:04

Tops- small
Bottoms- medium

ErrolTheDragon · 16/03/2022 18:04

@onepieceoflollipop

It varies a lot I check the ‘size guide’ on line if I’m not familiar with the brand Recently ordered a decathlon coat for dd who is an 8/10 A medium fits but is quite fitted Other brands a medium is more like a generous 14
I think Decathlon is French and its sizes tend to be on the small side.
duvetdayforeveryone · 16/03/2022 18:04

Note: I have tiny tits

grey12 · 16/03/2022 18:04

I am 8 to 10, because of boobs.

Usually S. Sometimes M. Depends on the cut 🤷🏻‍♀️

PolkadotsAndMoonbeams · 16/03/2022 18:05

It varies — I'm quite hourglassy, so it depends how fitted it's meant to be over the bust and/or hips.

I'd go for a medium if I didn't know.

lindyloo57 · 16/03/2022 18:20

I'm a 10 hip 12 top, so I mainly buy a medium for a top, size 10 for trousers skirts and jeans.

Lovinglife45 · 16/03/2022 18:34

I am a full 10 and only buy small.

I like my clothes fitted but not tight.

Vulcanodon · 16/03/2022 19:03

Usually a small. If I’m not sure about the fit I check to see what the model is wearing and that usually helps. All saints I’m a medium for example.

HeyBlaby · 16/03/2022 19:06

Small, usually sportswear.

EllaPaella · 16/03/2022 19:09

Very much depends on the brand.

Hedonism · 16/03/2022 19:10

Usually S, but at least a M in Uniqlo.

JaninaDuszejko · 16/03/2022 19:16

Small.

Karmatime · 16/03/2022 20:28

I’m 8-10 and nearly always S. I sometimes need M for structured jackets as I have broad shoulders.

Purplecatshopaholic · 16/03/2022 21:22

Defo depends on the brand. Usually a S on the bottom and a M if a top or dress

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