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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Are the models for regular clothes shorter? I feel like I’m buying large enough sizes but everything is always too short unless it comes in tall sizes. But the models always look right in the photos of the regular sizes. Aren’t they all tall? What am I doing wrong?[/quote]

Manufacturing is focused on a fit model 5'5" to 5'6".  The sample is developed in a size 8 then graded to other sizes (same height).  If there are petites and talls those size ranges are also developed.  Any given brand can set their sights on a different target demographic and do things a bit differently. But if they are selling to someone like Nordstrom, they are told exactly which size needs to meet spec, and exactly which mannequin it will be checked against.

Many brands use design elements that don't demand a precise fit, like cropped legs, blousing, turned back cuffs, waistlines that are angled, etc., so that a broader range of buyers will take the item without alteration.[/quote]

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