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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 14, 2014 9:07:45 GMT -6
Good morning, Peeps!  I'm just getting some clothes ready for listing and have a few questions. First, when measuring the width of the bottom of a shirt, jacket, blazer, or skirt, should I double it like is done for the chest? I haven't been doing that, but do mention how it was measured so they know the measurement wasn't doubled. For the chest, waist, hips, and cuff, I mention that it was measured across and then doubled. Considering how some of the blazers I'm selling are narrower at the waist for a fitted look, should I also include the measurements of the waist area? Also, I haven't been measuring the neck for tops, but just got started on measuring that category of clothes. Is it something that's important to include? If so, should I measure the width and double it or just provide the flat width? Also, should it be done for both men's and women's clothing or just men's? Speaking of "men's" and "women's"...is it better to leave out the apostrophe? If so, should I leave it out in both the title and description or just the title? Being a writer, I have a hard time accepting it without the apostrophe, but I'm sure most peeps don't include it when doing searches, right? Another title question...I have a tweed blazer from a brand called "c.l.o.t.h.e.s." When creating the listing title, should I include the periods or will Google frown upon that? I know they said they would be easing up on symbol restrictions to allow brand names to be presented properly, but that's a lot of periods, so thought I should ask. LOL Lastly, what should I call the style of the blazer pictured below? It's black and white checkered, but the squares are super small. So, is that still considered checkered or is there another name for the style? I've never been big into fashion, so am not familiar with all of the terms used for the different styles/features and may have some other questions regarding that later.  For easy answering, here's a list of the questions: - When measuring the width of the bottom of a shirt, jacket, blazer, or skirt, should I double it like is done for the chest?
- Considering how some of the blazers I'm selling are narrower at the waist for a fitted look, should I also include the measurements of the waist area?
- Is the measurement for the neck area important to include? If so, should I measure the width and double it or just provide the flat width? Also, should it be done for both men's and women's clothing or just men's?
- Is it better to leave out the apostrophe out of men's and women's? If so, should I leave it out in both the title and description or just the title?
- I have a tweed blazer from a brand called "c.l.o.t.h.e.s." Should I include the periods in the title and description or will Google frown upon that?
- Lastly, what should I call the style of the blazer pictured above? It's black and white checkered, but the squares are super small. So, is that still considered checkered or is there another name for the style?
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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 14, 2014 11:08:09 GMT -6
One other clothing question...what's the quickest and easiest way to remove lint balls from ribbed knit sweaters? I've been hand-picking them off, but some are being rather stubborn, so I was just wondering if there's some sort of cutting tool that could be used. I had the thought of using my Pedicure egg, which I've never used on my feet, of course (LOL), but I fear it would damage the sweater. Thanks again! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2014 11:08:27 GMT -6
"I'm just getting some clothes ready for listing and have a few questions. First, when measuring the width of the bottom of a shirt, jacket, blazer, or skirt, should I double it like is done for the chest?"
Yes, I do this. I say that the very bottom hem of the shirt measures _____ all the way around.
"For the chest, waist, hips, and cuff, I mention that it was measured across and then doubled."
Instead of saying the measurement was doubled, you could say "all the way around."
"Considering how some of the blazers I'm selling are narrower at the waist for a fitted look, should I also include the measurements of the waist area?"
Yes, and say all the way around. Also, mention the waist, at the smallest points, measure _____ all the way around.
Also, some clothing has no direct waistline....use these words when giving the measurement. So, you could say "There is no direct waistline to this top (or dress, for example). After measuring where the waistline would fall, the waist measures _____ all the way around."
"Also, I haven't been measuring the neck for tops, but just got started on measuring that category of clothes. Is it something that's important to include?"
Yes, I think so and this is a good idea. I would just measure the diameter and double it or you could put the measurement for all the way around to keep the way you measure consistent and less confusion for the buyer. I'd do it for both men and women.
The reason I stress about measuring all the way and stating this to the buyer is because it creates less confusion and they do not have to do any work on their part.
"Speaking of "men's" and "women's"...is it better to leave out the apostrophe? If so, should I leave it out in both the title and description or just the title? Being a writer, I have a hard time accepting it without the apostrophe, but I'm sure most peeps don't include it when doing searches, right?"
I'd leave the apostrophe out of the title but you could put it in the description. I once used to leave the apostrophe out of everything but I'm now trying to get out of the habit of leaving it out of the description. I leave it out of the title due to spacing and plus due to Google's rule of using punctuation only when appropriate to the listing....but this actually leaves a fine line I believe and way better safe than sorry. Plus, it is the norm to leave punctuation out of titles. It will not seem weird or bad to a shopper. My descriptions are another story.
"Another title question...I have a tweed blazer from a brand called "c.l.o.t.h.e.s." When creating the listing title, should I include the periods or will Google frown upon that? I know they said they would be easing up on symbol restrictions to allow brand names to be presented properly, but that's a lot of periods, so thought I should ask. LOL"
I would leave the periods out due to how Google used to and still is unclear on punctuation in titles. It does stink though.
"Lastly, what should I call the style of the blazer pictured above? It's black and white checkered, but the squares are super small. So, is that still considered checkered or is there another name for the style?"
Yes, definitely call it black and white checkered. I can see this by looking at the pattern right off the bat.
Sorry, I did not see the numbered list of questions until the end.
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Some misc details and tips:
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam is important because this will let the buyer know where the shoulder seam will sit at on them.
So, for this, I put shoulder seam to shoulder seam measures ____. I do not say all the way around because shoulder seams sit side to side on the shoulders.
Shoulder seam to the very bottom of the top (jacket in your case) measures ____ in length.
Underarm to the very bottom of the top measures ____ in length.
If a cuff sleeve I say, shoulder seam to the very beginning of the cuff measures _____ in length and the cuff measures ____ in length for a total sleeve length of ____. (or something similar to that). This will help the type of people out who are picky in where the actual cuff lies at.
And at the end of the measuring section or at the beginning of it, always make sure to mention that "in order to obtain the best fit, it is always important to compare the measurements given to one of your favorite fitting blazers."
People measure differently. But in order to sell clothes online the more measuring details the better as long as they are clear. Plus this will put you over and above someone else who is not.
For the clothes I have sold, I've never had one come back as not fitting (knock on wood for sure).
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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 14, 2014 12:07:49 GMT -6
Oh yeah, I include several measurements, but don't get as detailed as you. LOL However, what I provide basically includes much of the same info you're providing, just with fewer measurements required. Here's an example from one of my listings for a blazer: MEASUREMENTS || Please note that all measurements given are approximate and taken on a flat surface on the outside of the garment. Length: 27", measured from top of collar to bottom Width: 21", measured across at bottom Chest: 37", measured from armpit to armpit and doubled Shoulder to Cuff: 22", measured from seam of shoulder to cuff Shoulder to Shoulder: 16.5" from seam to seam at shoulders Cuff: 10", measured across and doubled Whenever I double a measurement, I always do the math for them. I'm just letting them know how I arrived at that figure. So, they should know that it means "all the way around," but I guess I should be more specific. I think I'll say something like, "Chest: 37" around at the armpit" and "Cuff: 10" around the wrist." Also, from what you mentioned, I'm realizing that I should be measuring the length differently. Rather than measuring it from the top of the collar to the hem, I should be measuring it from the seam at the collar since peeps usually don't include the height of the collar when measuring themselves. So, I'll have to go back and remeasure the length for anything that has a collar. I also like your idea of suggesting that they compare the measurements to something they already own. I should also specify that "shoulder to cuff" means to the end of the sleeve because they might think I'm only measuring to the seam at the top of the cuff. So I should change that to say, "measured from seam of shoulder to end of sleeve." I don't think it's necessary to measure from the shoulder seam to the beginning of the cuff and then measure the cuff by itself because they basically want to know where the sleeve ends to make sure it's long enough. Measuring them separately only causes them to have to do the math -- if they even realize that they need to add the two to get the proper length. They can get a general idea of the size of the cuff from the pictures. One measurement I should add is the circumference of the armhole at the shoulder so peeps will know if their arm will fit comfortably. The measurement from the armpit seam to the hem doesn't really help since the armpit seam usually doesn't rest directly on the armpit. So, there's really no way for them to determine exactly where the hem will rest on the side without actually trying it on. Anywho, I'll have to get back to measuring later and redo the length on some. This pain medicine is making me dizzy and nauseous, but at least it's helping better with the tooth pain. I've taken 1.5 pills so far, but think I should alternate between the generic Vicodin and Motrin (since Aleve quit helping) to see if it will reduce the dizziness and nausea. I won't get to see the dentist for a root canal until Wednesday afternoon, so I sure hope this pain subsides some. I'm taking some leftover antibiotics that are 875mg, which is more than the 500mg I usually take, so hopefully that will help. For now, I need to lie down for a bit to ease the dizziness. Thanks for the help. You really did help, making me realize what I'm missing and how I can make it clearer for folks. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2014 13:27:31 GMT -6
You are welcome, Nicole.
Have a good one!!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2014 14:36:10 GMT -6
Nicole,
I picked up a battery operate lint remover for about $8.00 from WalMart.
I also use a disposable shaving razor.
Some sweaters and tops work differently when removing those lint buggers.
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Post by atticcollection on Apr 14, 2014 21:53:10 GMT -6
If I am not mistaken your Jacket is what is called a Houndstooth, you can check on Etsy and compare yours.
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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 15, 2014 4:19:29 GMT -6
atticcollection...Yes, that's it! Thank you! I knew there had to be a specific name for the fabric, but I'm not familiar with that kind of stuff. Is there a site that I could refer to for that kind of information? I just started a thread on the References board to make note of these things for peeps like me that anyone can add to. 
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 4:39:24 GMT -6
Nicole, You need a fabric comb. There is also a type of brick made of sulfur that works really well too, we used to use them at the dry cleaners to remove pills.  ![]() ![]()  The sweater bricks work better then the fabric comb does. They are a little smelly, but they do a great job. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 4:42:49 GMT -6
And this is what Houndstooth looks like, are you sure you don't have just small checks? ![]()  I can't see the pattern on your blazer clear enough, even when enlarging. |
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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 15, 2014 5:31:37 GMT -6
Hmmm...I just looked and the fabric does look a bit different. I'm trying to get a clear closeup pic of it...BRB
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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 15, 2014 5:36:12 GMT -6
Okay, I had to take it at an angle in order to avoid my shadow, but here it is...  It doesn't look exactly like what you posted, but it's close and it's not just a simple check. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 18:40:33 GMT -6
Yeah, That's houndstooth.
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Post by atticcollection on Apr 15, 2014 19:43:50 GMT -6
Yeah that pattern is very blinding, one I have trouble looking at and really seeing it LOL.
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Post by PickyChicky on Apr 15, 2014 21:42:39 GMT -6
LOL atticcollection. At least it doesn't mess with my vertigo. I love this blazer, but it's way too small for me anymore.  ETA: I was just getting started on listing some pants and really hate to use the word "crotch" in the measurements section because it just seems so vulgar. LOL I can't think of any other word that I could use, so was wondering if y'all had any suggestions? After doing a search for synonyms, the only clothing related one I've seen is "crutch," which isn't much better. However, I did find some other synonyms that aren't clothing-related that might work better: crook, fork, and nook. I'm thinking crook or nook, but what do you think? |
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