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Why do plus size clothes fit so different from straight size clothes of the same (or similar) size?
A fit model for a store like Old Navy wears a size 4 or 6 and the clothing is graded up based on her proportions. A plus size store, like Lane Bryant, uses a size 16 or 18 fit model and grades on her proportions. The bust-waist-hip ratio of a 4 and a size 16 are not going to be the same because as people get larger, their bodies tend to expand more at one point (like bust or hips) than at all 3 points. Also, a lot of plus size stores still cut their clothing very boxy and not body skimming, because they think that is what their customer wants. As a result, your clothing might fit differently in straight size and plus size stores, even when both garments come in your "size".
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