Episode 22: Fruits, Faux Fur, and Fit Models: Sizing with Meredith (part II)

<p>This is part two of our conversation with Meredith, a technical designer and all around expert on fit and sizing.  There's still so much to discuss:  fit models (it's a real job and it's hard work), how a garment is fitted, and WTF is a tech pack?  Also, how retailers and designers use customer reviews to make decisions.   And of course, we are going to talk about how the industry as a whole is totally missing the mark on extended sizing.   Did you know that only 8% of brands offer extended sizing?  Meanwhile 67% of US women buy plus size clothing! </p><p>Also:  Amanda ruins faux fur for everyone.  Guess what?  Faux fur is plastic.  And it sheds microplastics kinda constantly.  WOMP WOMP.  </p><p>Do you have some feedback?  An episode idea?  Do YOU want to be a guest on Clotheshorse?  Drop us a line at <a href="mailto:clothehorsepodcast@gmail.com">clothehorsepodcast@gmail.com</a>.  Or DM via instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clotheshorsepodcast/">@clotheshorsepodcast.</a> </p><p>If you can’t get enough of podcasts, check out our sister show, <a href="https://thedepartment.world/">The Department.</a>  I co-host with my friend Kim.   This week we are talking about single use plastic and the brands and products that are leading our march away from it. If you’re a conscious consumer, you’ll love this one!<br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>