Passformstester

Passformstester is a term used in the textile and apparel industry to refer to individuals or groups who test the fit of garments and other wearables during product development and testing. The goal is to ensure that items fit a range of body shapes and sizes comfortably and functionally, covering clothing, footwear, gloves, and similar products.

The primary role of passformstester is to evaluate fit, ease, movement, drape, seam placement, and overall comfort. They provide practical feedback that informs pattern adjustments, size grading, and construction decisions. Testing can involve wearing sample garments on live testers or using virtual simulations, with measurements taken at key points and detailed notes collected for design teams.

Passformtester work within brands, manufacturers, or testing laboratories and may be part of product development or quality control processes. Recruitment typically seeks diversity in body sizes, shapes, ages, and mobility to ensure that the resulting products accommodate a broad user base. The process usually includes planning, fitting sessions, data collection, analysis, and iteration of patterns and sizing.

The use of passformtester aims to improve product performance and accessibility, reduce post-release returns due to poor fit, and support more inclusive sizing. In fashion and apparel contexts, the term aligns with roles such as fit models or fit testers, emphasizing practical assessment of how garments wear on real bodies rather than theoretical measurements alone.