Published: 1958
Total Pages: 38
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The primary purpose is to provide standard classifications, size designations, and body measurements for consistent sizing of women's ready-to-wear apparel (Misses', Women's, Juniors', etc.) for the guidance of those engaged in producing, or preparing specifications for, patterns and ready-to-wear garments. Another purpose is to provide the consumer with a means of identifying her body type and size from the wide range of body types covered, and enable her to be fitted properly by the same size regardless of price, type of apparel, or manufacturer of the garment.