Investigation of chest girth and height variation affecting other body dimensions for men’s upper body clothes pattern grading

Han, Hyunsook

doi:10.1108/ijcst-07-2018-0098

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“…The one-on-one interviews allowed participants to share their experiences and viewpoints about body perceptions, fit, and clothing consumption without confining their responses to a limited number of choices. Based on the previous literature [ 16 , 21 , 23 , 27 ], a set of interview questions was developed aimed to illuminate specific thematic concerns encompassing: (1) short men’s body image; (2) clothing choice and apparel shopping experiences; (3) garment fit and body height; and (4) challenges, overall (dis)satisfaction, and possible solutions. Interview questions included “What challenges do short men encounter when they shop for clothing?”, “What are the relationships between body types and clothing fit?” and “Are there any specific appearance-management strategies that short men employ to enhance their outward appearance?” Each interview lasted between 35 and 55 min and was audio-recorded for subsequent transcription.…”

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Men’s Physical Stature: Tackling Heightism and Challenges in Fashion Consumption

Rahman

Navarro

2022

Behavioral Sciences

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In light of the limitations of previous research on fashion consumption by short men, the present study was undertaken to examine the relationship between male body image, height perceptions, clothing choice, garment fit, and heightism. In this study, 3D body scanning technology and in-depth interviews were employed to investigate the relational effects between men’s height, body image, and clothing consumption. In total, twelve men exhibiting a height of 5′ 8″ or less participated. The findings indicate that “heightism” is prevalent in today’s society. As well, the results reveal that overall appearance and physical stature become less important as people grow older. It is evident that short male consumers encounter challenges when they shop for fashionable and well-fitting clothing. They are underserved by the fashion industry and often impacted by judgmental biases. The study supports that garment alteration and buying clothes from the children’s section, or a bespoke tailor are not ideal solutions for short men. Furthermore, many of them just accept the fact that they are short and try to find ways to alleviate their frustration when consuming fashion.

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“…Apparel fit defines how a garment conforms to the body [ 22 ] or the relationship between clothing dimensions and body dimensions [ 23 ]. Fit is frequently cited as the determinant factor in clothing evaluation and selection [ 14 , 24 ].…”

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Men’s Physical Stature: Tackling Heightism and Challenges in Fashion Consumption

Rahman

Navarro

2022

Behavioral Sciences

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“…Fit is the key contributing factor of clothing satisfaction or dissatisfaction as inferred by many researchers [10]. Fit is frequently cited as the determinant factor in clothing evaluation and selection whereas clothing fit defines how a garment conforms to the body [22]. Degree of consumer's satisfaction with clothing fit is identified through the fit evaluation at various body sites/areas and problems like limited clothing choices, price discrimination and overall discouraging shopping environment were prevalent among plus-sized consumers [9].…”

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Exploring Influential Factors on Customer Satisfaction with Clothing for Overweight and Obese Women: A Focus on Generations Y and Z in Sri Lanka

Sachitra,

Hapugahapitiya

2024

SAJSSE

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Purpose: At present, global trade in textiles and clothing is expanding across the world. The increase in the percentage of overweight and obese women creates tendency to focus on the demand for plus-size clothes. Prior studies confirmed that there is a low attention paid to women's plus-size clothing in Sri Lanka when compared to other countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, and England. The main purpose of this study is to identify the factors affecting clothing satisfaction of overweight and obese women in Generation Y and Z in Sri Lanka. Design: Acknowledging Renoux’s theory of retail satisfaction, the study used three influencing factors; shopping system, buying system, and consuming system. Shopping system considers displaying plus-size mannequins, creating a separate section for plus-size cloth and providing proper and sufficient information. Buying system focuses on new clothing designs, maintaining a reasonable price range, high-quality materials, and adequate the space in the store. Consuming system focuses on body proportion, body image, and the length of time a garment is held after purchase. A self-administered questionnaire is used to gather data from 287 respondents via online survey. This study adopted quantitative analyses. Influencing factors were determined through the multiple regression analysis. Findings: Results revealed that the buying system and shopping system have statistically significant influences on overweight and obese women's clothing satisfaction and buying system recorded the highest influence. However, consuming system has an insignificant influence on overweight and obese women's clothing satisfaction. Research Implications: Under the shopping system, displaying plus-size mannequin and allocating a separate section for plus-size could stimulate clothing satisfaction of overweight and obese women. Offering a reasonable price range and providing an adequate fit-on-room are the significant factors to be considered in buying system. Future Research Suggestions: Quantitative approach limited the ability to address the problems of overweight and obese women's clothing satisfaction in depth. Shopping mechanism, the ability to do online or offline shopping, store attributes and human attributes should focus on further studies.

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“…The one-onone interviews allowed participants to share their experiences and viewpoints about body perceptions, fit, and clothing consumption without confining their responses to a limited number of choices. Based on the previous literature [16,21,23,27], a set of interview questions was developed aimed to illuminate specific thematic concerns encompassing: (1) short men's body image; (2) clothing choice and apparel shopping experiences;…”

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Men’s Physical Stature: Tackling Heightism and Challenges in Fashion Consumption

Rahman¹,

Navarro²

2023

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<p>In light of the limitations of previous research on fashion consumption by short men, the present study was undertaken to examine the relationship between male body image, height perceptions, clothing choice, garment fit, and heightism. In this study, 3D body scanning technology and in-depth interviews were employed to investigate the relational effects between men’s height, body image, and clothing consumption. In total, twelve men exhibiting a height of 5’ 8” 0 or less participated. The findings indicate that “heightism” is prevalent in today’s society. As well, the results reveal that overall appearance and physical stature become less important as people grow older. It is evident that short male consumers encounter challenges when they shop for fashionable and well-fitting clothing. They are underserved by the fashion industry and often impacted by judgmental biases. The study supports that garment alteration and buying clothes from the children’s section, or a bespoke tailor are not ideal solutions for short men. Furthermore, many of them just accept the fact that they are short and try to find ways to alleviate their frustration when consuming fashion.</p>

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Investigation of chest girth and height variation affecting other body dimensions for men’s upper body clothes pattern grading

Cited by 6 publications

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Men’s Physical Stature: Tackling Heightism and Challenges in Fashion Consumption

Men’s Physical Stature: Tackling Heightism and Challenges in Fashion Consumption

Exploring Influential Factors on Customer Satisfaction with Clothing for Overweight and Obese Women: A Focus on Generations Y and Z in Sri Lanka

Men’s Physical Stature: Tackling Heightism and Challenges in Fashion Consumption

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