Sizing is where new Sugargoo spreadsheet buyers most often go wrong. Labels vary by factory. Only measurements tell the truth. Here is the flat-measure method.
Why labels are misleading
Asian sizing conventions are not standardized across factories. One seller XL may fit like a US L; another seller XL may fit like a US M. Same label, wildly different fit. Label alone tells you almost nothing.
The flat-measure method
- Pick a garment you already own and love.
- Lay it flat on a table.
- Measure chest width, length, sleeve length (for tops).
- For pants: waist, rise, inseam, thigh.
- Compare against the seller numerical chart, not the label.
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Category rules of thumb
- T-shirts and hoodies: Asian XL for US L.
- Shoes: about half a size below US.
- Pants: waist measurement is truth.
- Jackets: measure chest and length carefully.
What to do if the chart is missing
Ask the seller. Most respond within 24 hours with measurements for their specific listing.
The stretch factor
Knit fabrics stretch; woven do not. A 90 cm chest on a woven jacket is smaller than 90 cm chest on a knit hoodie. Adjust expectations accordingly.
Calibration first
Order T-shirts before anything expensive. Cheap way to calibrate on Sugargoo sizing without financial risk.
Where to shop
Open the homepage with the measurement chart open in another tab. Beginners: pair with the priority list.
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