Vaateväli

Vaateväli is a term used in the Finnish fashion and retail industry to describe the range of garment sizes offered for a product, collection, or brand. It denotes which sizes are produced and sold together, and thus defines the size span of the item.

Use and scope: The vaateväli appears in product descriptions, catalogs, ERP and inventory systems, and procurement lists. Retailers and manufacturers refer to the vaateväli to communicate which sizes are available to customers. It is commonly presented as a numeric range (for example, 34–44 in European sizes) or as standard size labels (XS–XL). In some lines, separate segments such as petite, regular, or tall may form distinct vaateväliä.

Determination and notation: Setting the vaateväli depends on the target market, fit philosophy, and production capabilities. A tight range can improve consistency of fit and reduce stockouts, while a broader range supports inclusivity but may require more graded patterns and size-specific adjustments. The exact notation and included sizes vary by brand and region.

Consumer and industry implications: For shoppers, the vaateväli helps identify which sizes fit and are available for a given item. For planners and retailers, it guides inventory, replenishment, and pricing strategies. The term is not a legally standardized category; its meaning is defined by the retailer or manufacturer and may differ between collections.

See also: Koko (size), Koko-alue, Size range.