Picking out the perfect school blazer size is an important step in having a blazer that not only looks good and feels comfy to wear, but also stands the test of time. Whether your child is starting a new school year, moving schools or you’re a parent looking to ensure the perfect fit, understanding how to measure for a school blazer is essential for having a smart-looking school uniform.
At Gogna, our range of boys’ school blazers and girls’ school blazers are sized by chest measurements in inches, rather than age. To start, you’ll need to have a flexible measuring tape and your child should be in light clothing so you can get correct measurements.
If you don’t have a flexible measuring tape, you can download and print a measuring tape at home.
To get the correct-sized school blazer, start by measuring the fullest part of the chest.
Wrap the tape measure around the chest, under the armpits, and across the shoulder blades. Ensure the tape is snug but not too tight, allowing for comfortable movement. A good rule of thumb is if you can fit a finger under the tape, then it’s just right. Measure in inches and make a note.
Start by placing the tape measure at the top of the shoulder. Measure the length from the shoulder to the wrist for the sleeve. Ask your child to extend their arm slightly when taking this measurement as it will allow for the natural bend of the elbow. The goal is to achieve a sleeve length that covers the wrist without restricting movement.
Now we know how to find the size we need, the next question is “How should a blazer fit?” Many parents make the mistake of buying a school blazer that is far too big hoping their child will grow into it and it will last longer. Oversized, ill-fitting school blazers not only look bad but can affect the child’s movement as sleeves get in the way and it can also make them feel self-conscious. A well-fitted blazer contributes to confidence, comfort, and overall appearance. When you’ve taken correct measurements, use them as a guide for buying the correct-sized school blazer and avoid sizing up more than one size if possible.
There should be a small amount of room in the shoulders without the shoulder seam extending too far past the natural shoulder line. When the blazer is buttoned or closed, the shoulders should lie smoothly without any visible dents or wrinkles. Dents and puckers in the shoulders will indicate that the blazer is too big. Make sure your child can move their arms freely and if you notice any pulling around the shoulders, the blazer may be too tight.
The sleeves of a school blazer should sit just below the wrists when your child’s arms are at their sides. To ensure a proper fit, do a movement test. Get your child to fold their arms across their chest and ask them how the blazer feels. It should feel comfortable and not too tight across the back.
To make fitting a blazer even easier, here are the size guides for our boys’ and girls’ school blazers. Please note that these are garment measurements, not body measurements and are based on British standard sizing.
Now you know how to measure your child for a school blazer, it’s time to start shopping. If you’re looking for high-quality school blazers for boys and girls, our selection has it all.
We supply a wide variety of unbranded school blazers in traditional school colours like black, grey and navy as well as contemporary colour options like maroon, royal blue and bottle green. We also carry school-specific uniforms for many schools in the West Midlands, so you can shop by school to find a specific school blazer.
For more information about sizing or to enquire about plus sizes, contact our helpful team online or call us on 0121 523 5572.
