How to Choose the Perfect Fit — Your Guide for Made-to-Order Apparel
, by Lucy James , 5 min reading time
Choosing the right size matters — especially for made-to-order pieces. Our Welsh hoodie and sweatshirt size guide helps you measure accurately, order confidently and enjoy the perfect fit first time.
At Don’t Sweat It Betty, every piece we create — from embroidered hoodies to printed sweatshirts — is made just for you. That means size selection really matters. A great fit isn’t just comfort; it’s confidence. And when something’s made especially for you, it should feel like it.
This guide will walk you through how to choose the perfect fit — so you can order with confidence every time.
You can also jump straight to our full size guidance here:
👉 https://dontsweatitbetty.cymru/pages/size-guidance
1. Why Fit Matters More for Made-to-Order Clothing
With made-to-order apparel, we’re not churning stock in bulk — we’re creating garments after you place your order. That means:
✔ No returns to resell
✔ No leftover unwearable sizes
✔ Less waste
It also means that choosing the right size at checkout helps us create your piece correctly the first time — faster, smarter, and more sustainably.
So let’s get you fitted properly! 🎯
2. Start With Your Favourite Garment
Think about a piece you already love wearing — maybe it’s a hoodie you find just cosy enough or a sweatshirt that feels perfect around the shoulders.
Use that as your baseline. It becomes the reference for:
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Chest fit
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Shoulder width
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Sleeve length
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Overall comfort level
This makes it easier to find your best size in our range — and it’s exactly how we structured our size guide.
3. Use Our Size Guidance Page (It Helps More Than You Think)
We’ve built a size guidance page just for you — and it seriously takes the anxiety out of picking sizes.
👉 Explore the full size guide here: https://dontsweatitbetty.cymru/pages/size-guidance
This page breaks down:
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How to measure yourself
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What measurements mean for fit
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How our garments are designed to sit (e.g., relaxed, true to size, or slightly oversized)
Even one small measurement (like chest or hip) can make all the difference — especially with made-to-order clothing.
4. Measure Yourself the Right Way
Here are the key measurements you’ll want to take:
📏 Chest/Bust
Measure around the fullest part — comfortably, but not too tight.
📏 Shoulder Width
Measure from shoulder tip to shoulder tip.
📏 Sleeve Length
From shoulder seam to wrist bone.
📏 Garment Length
From the highest point of your shoulder down to where you like your hem to sit.
Don’t have a tape measure? A piece of string + a ruler works perfectly too!
Once you’ve measured, compare with our size guide — that will show you exactly where your measurements fall.
5. Think About How You Wear Things
Everyone has a fit preference, and that affects size too:
❤️ Cosy & Snug
Might size true to measurement.
😎 Relaxed & Oversized
Consider going up a size for extra room.
💪 Layered
If you like to wear hoodies over tees/sweaters, allow a little extra ease.
Our size guide suggests fit vibes alongside measurements — this means you’re choosing not just a size, but a feel.
6. Know Your Fit Before You Checkout
Made-to-order means once we start making your garment, we can’t easily re-cut it. That’s why we always recommend:
✔ Check your measurements
✔ Compare to our guide
✔ Think about your preferred fit
✔ Reach out if in doubt
We’re always here to help — whether it’s a “should I size up?” or “is this oversized or true-to-size?”
7. Good Fit = Happy Wardrobe (& Fewer Returns)
Choosing the right fit means:
✨ You’ll love wearing it
✨ It feels like it was made for you
✨ It lasts longer (less stretching or strain)
✨ You feel sturdier, confident, cosy — whatever your vibe
For made-to-order pieces, this is the best kind of sustainability — you wear it, not return it.
Need Help With Fit? Just Ask!
Choosing size doesn’t have to be stressful — and you’re not alone.
If you have any questions about fit, measurements or how something will sit, just drop us a message. We’re here to help you pick confidently.
After all — comfort starts with the perfect fit.