Unreliable size charts, vanity sizing, not to mention models photoshopped to unreal perfection make it close to impossible to shop for new clothes. At least that's what I've learned on Fitbay - the social media I co-founded to help people find clothes that fit.

Seriously, try asking anyone you know (yes, even models): "Do you have trouble finding clothes that fit". Everyone will answer yes, but for different reasons.

My reason: Skinny and tall = limited choices in the jeans department. And before you start playing that tiny violin just for me (ohhh, it's so saaad, he's so skiiinny) – check below. I'm NOT kidding. And I'm truly tired of skinny shaming.

To prove this point I set out on a mission, following-up on MarieOspina's post. I decided to use my median size – 31'' waist / 32'' length (which is what I usually buy in slim fit) to investigate how different brand jeans fit and how the labeled waist sizes stack up against the actual measurements.