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Registered: ‎01-05-2013

Question re: measurements...

In the description of clothing items, where the 'Click Here' for the exact measurements are listed for that specific item, what does HPS mean?

I never did get a reply from Live Chat. So TIA

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Re: Question re: measurements...

http://www.designersnexus.com/fashion-design-industry-information/how-to-spec-a-garment-basic-points...

 

Here's an illustrated link that should answer all your questions and help you get the proper fit.  Personally, I find D & C jackets a little roomy.

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Registered: ‎07-27-2010

Re: Question re: measurements...

So helpful, ECBG!

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Re: Question re: measurements...

Excellent!!  I knew HPS meant high point shoulder, but I assumed it was midway between the collar seam and the sleeve seam.  But it actually is the high point of the seam where it meets the collar or neckline.

 

I didn't see the QVC measurement which I often look at called "Across Back Shoulder, Seam to Seam."  If it's too big across the shoulders, it's not going to work.  Then I check the hips.  I've often ordered too big, but never too small for some reason.