A Conceptual Review of Uniform Wear Attributes Identification for Size Fit

Rosita Mohd Tajuddin; Norsaadah Zakaria; Shaliza Shariff; Basitah Taif

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI17.5972

Authors

Rosita Mohd Tajuddin College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.
Norsaadah Zakaria Taylor’s University, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Shaliza Shariff College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.
Basitah Taif College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI17.5972

Keywords:

Uniform, Attributes, Size fit, Females, Organization

Abstract

With the accessibility of fast fashion, consumers have opportunities to purchase fashion clothes that are current trends, besides providing them options to choose the right garment at any time and place. However, dissatisfaction with garment fit has always been a challenge. Size fit provides a good fit, emphasizing comfort, ease of wearing, and shape. This research has conceptualized several attributes that could enhance the excellent fit of uniform wear that are divided into functional, aesthetic, and emotional. Employing dimensional attributes would enhance the performance of workwear besides pleasing the wearers due to comfort and making them look attractive.

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