Size and fit of clothing for children and teenagers

This chapter presents the important issues relating to the development of sizing system for children using anthropometric data based on the sizing and fit. Section 2.1 introduces the clothing and sizing fit for children and teenagers. Section 2.2 illustrates the physical body growth of the children and teenagers. Section 2.3 defines the factors that influence the growth of the children and teenagers. Section 2.4 shows the activities of sizing system development across the globe in a table form from 40 years ago. Section 2.5 examines the importance of clothing fit for children and teenagers. Lastly, Section 2.6 indicates the conclusion and future trends.

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