Importance of the size guide

Shopping should be an enjoyable experience, but often what seems to be the right size on a screen may be disappointing when it gets home. This common disappointment is often caused by a lack of awareness of size differences between brands. That’s why a brand size guide is essential to greatly improve your shopping experience.

• Avoid inconvenience and returns: Knowing brand sizes will help you avoid disappointment and inconvenience associated with online shopping. Fewer returns mean less wasted time and effort, greatly improving your overall satisfaction.
• Save time and money: A size guide is a valuable resource for saving time and money. Understanding which size to choose from at the start reduces the need for returns and exchanges, allowing you to enjoy your purchases without the hassle of lengthy return procedures.
• Increases confidence when shopping online: Knowledge of brand sizes increases your confidence when shopping online. Knowing that you made the right choice from the start eliminates the anxiety associated with uncertainty about the fit of the desired garment.
• Improves the overall experience: A size guide is not only a practical tool but also an ally in improving the shopping experience. When people feel confident in their choice of sizes, they enjoy shopping online more, creating a positive bond with the buying process.

Practical tips for measurement

When it comes to finding the ideal size, accuracy is key. Following an accurate measuring procedure will give you a reliable guide to selecting the right size and minimize the risk of incorrect purchases. Here are some practical tips for measuring yourself correctly:

• Use a dressmaker’s tape measure: Invest in a good dressmaker’s tape measure to ensure accurate measurements. A flexible tape measure is essential to comfortably wrap the body and obtain reliable results.
• Measure in tight or intimate clothing: For more accurate measurements, wear tight or intimate clothing. This will ensure that the measurements better reflect your body shape, improving overall accuracy.
• Measure multiple times for confirmation: Make measurements more than once to confirm results. Repeat the process to ensure consistency and reduce the possibility of accidental errors.
• Measure key points: Measure key points such as bust, waist, hips, and arm length. These measurements will provide a complete guide for size selection based on your unique proportions.
• Compare your body centimeters with those on the product site: In addition to following general measurement instructions, it is equally crucial to compare your body centimeters to the specific directions provided on the product page on our website. Here, the key is to understand the relationship between body measurements and indicated dimensions. Size 40 (S) dimensions correspond exactly to the centimeters specified on the site, while each size increase represents a size increment. If you are thinking of opting for a size 42 (M), consider that this size will usually increase by four centimeters over size S. Be sure to adjust your measurements accordingly, adding four centimeters to the size S values. For size 44 (L), the increase will usually be eight centimeters over size S. So add eight centimeters to the size S measurements to get the most accurate size for size L. The centimeters of increase applies only to the circumferences, while the length increases by about 2 centimeters. This applies to structured garments such as jackets, coats, pants, skirts, dresses, and shirts. Oversize garments without a waistband, on the other hand, have a different fit.

Differences between brands and their size characteristics

At www.marinalari.com, we understand the importance of providing our customers with detailed information about the brands we offer. Each brand has its unique size characteristics, and understanding these differences is important for choosing the perfect size. Here is an analysis of the popular brands on our site and their size characteristics:

• Avant Toi, Boboutic, and Fissore: These brands offer contemporary, sophisticated, and relaxed styles. Sizes may vary, but they are usually designed to ensure a comfortable and smooth fit. The peculiarity of these brands is that they tend to fit generously, so we usually never buy above a size M. If you want a less oversized fit, consider buying a size smaller. Sizes dress oversize, for example, an XS can fit comfortably from sizes 38 to 42.
• Marc le Bihan: Marc le Bihan is distinguished by a unique sartorial style and the use of precious fabrics of the highest quality. The fit of the clothes is regular, with French sizes. Jackets tend to fit snugly, while skirts and dresses maintain regular sizes.
• Marina Lari: The Marina Lari brand offers a contemporary, cross-cultural style. The fit is regular, and the sizes follow Italian standards, ensuring an ideal fit.
• Serie Numerica: Featuring a modern, elegant style with different overlays and volumes, Serie Numerica recommends considering one size up for the fit of the trouser belts, which tend to be tighter. For shirts and dresses, the fit is regular.
• Forme d’Expression: Forme d’Expression is distinguished by a sartorial style with the highest quality fabrics. The fit conforms perfectly to normal Italian sizes, offering garments with a refined line and high quality.