This research study is a collaborative effort between Nike and Cornell University, conducted by the apparel class FSAD 664: Anthropometrics and Apparel. Nike is interested in testing apparel sizing, and this study seeks to determine how well their running shorts and t-shirts fit on a variety of study participants.
Nike has provided us with T-shirts and running shorts for the study. We have scanned the participants wearing the garments and asked them to fill out surveys recording their responses to the garments’ fit. A subset of 10 participants were also given two pairs of shorts to test in a wear test for one week. They recorded their impressions on fit and function in a journal format.
The students who conducted this study learned the difficulties associated with assessing fit, and comparing expert fit analysis to the results of participant's fit assessments.