TIL In 1958, female size 12 was 34 in bust and a 25in waist. In 2015, size 12 was 39 in bust and a 32 in waist - Upgoat - "where a goat can be a goat"

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TIL In 1958, female size 12 was 34 in bust and a 25in waist. In 2015, size 12 was 39 in bust and a 32 in waist
submitted by Conspirologist to TIL 1.5 yearsDec 7, 2023 01:10:43 ago (+8/-4) (www.goodhousekeeping.com)
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/fashion-beauty/a556302/chart-shows-shocking-change-in-clothing-sizes/

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BoozyB 1 points 1.5 years ago

They call it vanity sizing.