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Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Goldengate8361 — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 22:01:32 GMT

I received two sets of items from Isaac Mizrahi today (a pima jacket and matching tank). I ordered two sets: one in blue and one in black. The blue tank in medium was super small. So, I then tried on the black set....and guess what? The black tank was a true size medium. So, the same item - both ordered in medium - were VERY different in sizing. How does that happen? WHY does that happen? It is so frustrating because I actually like it a great deal. Has this happened to any of you?

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

ALRATIBA — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 22:11:46 GMT

@Goldengate8361

That's not unusual - many times different colors are made in different factories ..... cut just a bit different, sewn a bit different.

Sometimes - even the fabrics aren't exactly the same ... perhaps because of the dyes used.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Susan Louise — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 22:23:08 GMT

@Goldengate8361 wrote:
I received two sets of items from Isaac Mizrahi today (a pima jacket and matching tank). I ordered two sets: one in blue and one in black. The blue tank in medium was super small. So, I then tried on the black set....and guess what? The black tank was a true size medium. So, the same item - both ordered in medium - were VERY different in sizing. How does that happen? WHY does that happen? It is so frustrating because I actually like it a great deal. Has this happened to any of you?

@Goldengate8361 That happens to me once in awhile too...

The last time was with a set of 2 Isaac Mizrahi t-shirts A378218. I mentioned in my recent review of the issue with the navy set I ordered. However, when I later ordered the yellow set which I received a couple of days ago, I was relieved both are true to size. So it is not the same issue along sizes or colors...SMH.

Sadly, there is no way to update my review about the yellow set so folks know that other colors options might be fine.

I agree with @ALRATIBA as that being the issue...made at different factories/locations.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

NYCLatinaMe — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:03:25 GMT

@Goldengate8361 wrote:
I received two sets of items from Isaac Mizrahi today (a pima jacket and matching tank). I ordered two sets: one in blue and one in black. The blue tank in medium was super small. So, I then tried on the black set....and guess what? The black tank was a true size medium. So, the same item - both ordered in medium - were VERY different in sizing. How does that happen? WHY does that happen? It is so frustrating because I actually like it a great deal. Has this happened to any of you?

I would take my measuring tape and compare to posted measurements, the sole reason I am a qvc fashion shopper. I think a 1" variance is acceptable, humans actually sew each garment on a machine. If there is a greater variation, item is defective, and you could return as such. You can also return without measuring, I am just saying I would. It has happened to me too.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

mac116 — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 22:44:12 GMT

I have had the same experience, and have been "scolded" here and told to use the click here measurements! I do use them...

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Foxxee — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:35:30 GMT

Yes, up to 2 1/2 inches difference from QVC measurements; which is significant to me, but it isn't only between colors.

For example. I purchased two pairs of Denim & Co jeans, same style, same color, as Christmas presents. One in size 10 and one size 8. Both measured QVC's size 6. Made in China.

Then for a birthday, I purchased two pairs of Denim & Co jeggings, same size, one in red, the other in blue. Both measured the same. Made in Indonesia.

I purchased two Denim & Co tees for myself, same size, different colors, both measured the same. Made in Indonesia.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Andreatoo — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 23:56:24 GMT

@Goldengate8361

What is the item number for the sets you purchased?

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Goldengate8361 — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:08 GMT

@Andreatoo a395161 and a395162

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Andreatoo — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:14:06 GMT

@Goldengate8361 wrote:
@Andreatoo a395161 and a395162

@Goldengate8361
Yay for the buttons and I like the reversible tank!

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

ECBG — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:38:10 GMT

I don't doubt it for a minute!

They always go with the cheaper factory.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

kate2357 — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:55:08 GMT

@Andreatoo wrote:
@Goldengate8361
What is the item number for the sets you purchased?

I ordered the tank and am very disappointed. The pima is not the same as his other pima cotton --- thinner and has a "slinky" feel, which I do not enjoy. Bought two white and they do not fit the same -- both were on large size, just one bigger than the other. Most noticable at the arm hole. The white is see thru. Also on the short side. UGH.

The IM pima cotton has been my go to for substantial tank that holds up for years of wear and washing. I was interested because of the reversible neckline. I feel like an old crumdgeon who hates change. It's really about changing the quality that annoys me.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Andreatoo — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 01:05:50 GMT

@kate2357

I bought some Karen Scott tanks from Macy's last year, or maybe the year before, in 100% cotton but they're a heavier consistency than I prefer.
You may like them

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

kate2357 — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 01:24:47 GMT

@Andreatoo

Thanks for rec ... I think you, or someone mentioned them last year and I did buy them. They are nice and I wear them, but the original pima cotton IM tanks really were a cut above anything else I've purchased. It's ridiculous how many stupid white tanks I have purchased over the years. But I layer almost everything -- for a variety of reasons. Stupid post menopausal heat issue (too hot/too cold) and for modesty reasons (why, yes, I am cold. How did you know?).

I didn't buy too many clothing items last year and this year I'm going to buy on the premise that life will get closer to normal and I will actually have a place to wear stuff. I'm so sick and tired of the stuff that's been in my closet for the past 2-3 years and some of the colors this year are colors I do enjoy wearing.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Stevie Nix — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:56:26 GMT

Factories have been known to sew any label on a garment to meet the order requirements. For example, say they needed to make 600 size large and 800 size XL.

Instead they actually made 800 large and 600 XL. To hide their manufacturing error they simply label the garments to match the original order. As a result 400 garments will not match the manufacturing specs. The buyer (us) has no idea the garments are "out of spec" and will not match the same garment in the same size where the item and the label are both correct.

I hope this makes sense.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Nataliesgramma — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:15:03 GMT

I've made the mistake of not trying on each color when I order multiples.

I have been stuck with some that don't fit because it is passed the 30 days before I wear it...

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

tototwo — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:27:49 GMT

Yes! About 2 years ago I ordered two pairs of the same Martha Stewart jeans. Same style, same size, different colors of denim. One pair was too small, one pair too big and a different length. Both pairs had labels that stated size 4-regular. I laid both pairs of jeans on my bed, one pair on top of the other, and there was 1 1/2 - 2 inches difference in hips and length.

I've told this story before on this forum and some posters criticized me for not using the online measurements. I do read those measurements, but those measurements are not always correct.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

LindaSal — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:43:50 GMT

I think this has happened to many of us. That's why I hardly buy clothing anymore on the Q. I got tired of going to the tailor, espeically to have the armholes brought in because they are sometimes so ridiculously huge! Yes, thankfully I can still wear sleevless garments and live in them all summer. I did purchase a LD jacket due to his clothing being marked down so much.......while I love the jacket I had to have the sleeves shortened, which adds to the price...... Anyway, I have said this before and it bears repeating. You can check the "garment measurements" all you want.......it simply doesn't mean squat if the garment received doesn't actually match them!

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Still Raining — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 18:14:15 GMT

Have this happen for years when I want a dark and a black jean. All brands. Just have to try them both on.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Luvsmyfam — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 21:01:28 GMT

oh my goodnessmac116.you took the words right out of my mouth.i also recieved criticism from people in here about returns,and sizing chart.

Re: Inconsistent sizing across "colors!"

Sandy jane — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 02:59:41 GMT

Yes, yes, and yes, I thought it was just me! Not just with stuff on QVC either. I was convinced that black fits smailler than other colors. I wonder if it is only women's clothing??