One-size-fits-all

adjectiveStandard termTextiles

A garment designed to fit a wide range of body shapes and sizes.

A one-size-fits-all sizing model uses generous proportions, stretch fabrics, or adjustable features like drawstrings and elastic to fit most wearers. Manufacturers use it to eliminate the need for grading patterns into multiple distinct sizes.

Heard on the job

The promotional T-shirts are one-size-fits-all, so expect them to look baggy on half the crew.

Also heard as

  • OS
  • one size