Women’s Apparel: Finding the Perfect Fit Just Got Easier

At Lakeside, our Women’s Apparel team works hard to make it easier to find the perfect fit. Learn more about these exciting new details, or start shopping right now to see the measurements yourself!

New Garment Measuring Details

Current Size Chart for Women’s Apparel

Here is the current women’s apparel size chart that can be found on many women’s apparel product pages. As you likely know, each size is represented from Small (6/8) to 3X (26/28) with measurements for the Bust, Waist and Hips. The new size chart includes measurements such as Sweep & Length. In addition, each new size chart provides measurement instructions to help you find your personal measurements at home.


What Details Are Included In the New Size Charts?

The new details will be specific to the garment you’ve selected. For example, new measurements for many Coats & Sweaters and Dresses & Skirts include Sweep and Length for the top, as well as detailed waist, rise, hip and inseam measurements for the pants. The terms are defined under the garment measurements, and include some basic instructions to help you figure out your personal garment measurements at home.

New Size Chart for Women's Apparel (Example)

Find your perfect fit and style by shopping our entire Women’s Clothing selection! Shop Tops, Coats & Sweaters, Activewear, Beachwear, Pants & Shorts, Dresses & Skirts, Sleepwear & Intimates, and full Outfits.

10 Responses

  1. Devon says:

    Not trying to sound dumb but on the new measurements what is the sweep?

    • Z. Pearson says:

      Hi Devon,

      Thanks for your question! Sweep is the circumference of the bottom hem of the garment. It’s measured by laying the garment flat, measuring the bottom hem from edge to edge, and then doubling that number.

  2. Beth says:

    Why don’t you have smaller sizes for petite women?

    • Elaine Lakeside says:

      Hi Beth – We perform numerous tests to determine the items carried in our catalogs. Based on the results of these tests, the most popular colors, designs, sizes, initials etc. are made available to our customers. Although the item you are inquiring about is not available at this time, it may be available in the future. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  3. Beth says:

    Thank you for your response. I hope in the near future will will think about carrying smaller sizes because I really like your clothes but they are to big for me. Thank you again.

  4. Shirley Swanson says:

    i need a dress causal that will fit m. I;m 5’3 1/2 ” tall and have a bra size 48 DD. HELP!!

  5. why don’t you answer the question!!! petites why don’t you carry them?????

    • Elaine Lakeside says:

      Hi Shirley – We apologize that we do not carry petite items. We will forward your thoughts on to the buyers for their future buying considerations.
      We perform numerous tests to determine the items carried in our catalogs. Based on the results of these tests, the most popular sizes, designs, and initials etc. are made available to our customers. Although the item you are inquiring about is not available at this time, it may be available in the future.

  6. Eeva says:

    All the information are awesome. Im happy I visited your site.

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