2 to 3 inches negative wearing ease

[jodee333]

I am trying to figure out which size will work for me and there is the Note: This garment is made with 2 to 3 inches negative wearing ease for a close, body-conscious fit in the bust area.

I have seen this type of note before but never was sure how this works......

can someone explain it to me...

bust choices are: 30 1/4, 35 3/4, 41 1/4. how does the note affect these options, i need for about 36 1/2 bust.

Help!!!!!

[globaltraveler]

I'd do the 35 3/4" size, and then perhaps switch to a slightly smaller needle at the bust if necessary. If you can try it on as you knit it, it makes it easier...

[suzeeq]

Negative ease means the item will measure smaller than your bust size. That won't mean it's too small - if you measure many of the storebought sweaters you like the fit of, they may well be smaller than your bust size, and sweaters often look better with a little negative ease. This pattern has a good 4" between sizes, so I'd say go for the 35 3/4 for you too. That will give you about an inch of negative ease.