Clothing Industry Official British Standard

BS ISO 8559-3:2018

Ensure consistent, reliable sizing across your clothing products with the BS ISO 8559-3:2018 standard.

BS ISO 8559-3:2018 - Clothing Industry Size Designation Standards

The BS ISO 8559-3:2018 standard is an essential resource for clothing manufacturers, retailers, and professionals in the fashion industry. This international standard, developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), provides detailed specifications and guidelines for sizing designation systems used in the clothing industry.

Consistent, Reliable Sizing Across Brands and Markets

Clothing sizes can vary significantly between brands, countries, and even within the same brand. This lack of standardisation can lead to confusion and frustration for consumers when purchasing garments. The BS ISO 8559-3:2018 standard helps to address this issue by establishing a universal approach to size designation, enabling greater consistency and reliability across the global clothing market.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Provides a comprehensive system for designating sizes for men's, women's, and children's clothing
  • Covers a wide range of garment types, including tops, bottoms, dresses, and outerwear
  • Ensures accurate sizing information to improve the fit and comfort of clothing
  • Facilitates efficient international trade and e-commerce by aligning size designations
  • Helps reduce the environmental and financial impact of clothing returns due to poor fit
  • Supports inclusive sizing practices and enhances the shopping experience for consumers

Compliance and Application

The BS ISO 8559-3:2018 standard is an internationally recognised reference for the clothing industry. Compliance with this standard demonstrates a commitment to quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. Manufacturers, retailers, and industry professionals can use the guidelines outlined in this standard to develop and implement effective size designation systems for their products and services.

Whether you're a clothing brand looking to streamline your sizing, a retailer aiming to improve the online shopping experience, or an industry professional seeking to stay up-to-date with the latest standards, the BS ISO 8559-3:2018 is an invaluable resource for the clothing industry.

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Specification Details
  • Size designation of clothes - Methodology for the creation of body measurement tables and intervals
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