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Consumers use size statements on garment labels to locate garments with a satisfactory fit. Accurate size information assists consumers to make efficient decisions in finding specific garments to purchase or to try on. The purpose of this study was to determine the accuracy of information on garment size labels. Two hundred and forty men'sprewashed jeans were measured to identify discrepancies between the stated and measured dimensions of the waist and inseam. The paired t-test and analysis of variance were used to analyze the data. The results indicated that the stated dimensions on men's jeans were significantly different from actual dimensions. Discrepancies between stated and measured dimensions of men's jeans were significantly different among the low, medium, and high price ranges. When manufacturer-promoted brands and retailer private label brands were compared, the discrepancies at the inseam were different, but there was no significant difference at the waist. Implications for apparel manufacturers' quality control programs and consumer education are discussed

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The Accuracy of Size Information on Men's Prewashed Jeans

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