How do I coordinate sizes for a team order?

Collect measurements from your team, cross-reference with size charts, and contact us for sizing recommendations. We'll help you get the right sizes for everyone on the first order—no mass returns needed.

Why contact us first (not guess sizes)

The mistake: Ordering 20 jackets in assorted sizes without verifying fit for each person.

What goes wrong:

• Brand runs small → entire team needs to exchange
• 5 people need size up, 3 need size down → chaos
• Returns and exchanges for 20 items = expensive hassle

Better approach:

1. Collect measurements from your team
2. Send us the measurements with product details
3. We'll recommend sizes based on brand fit data
4. Order full team with confidence

Step-by-step team sizing

Step 1: Collect measurements from team

Don't guess sizes. Collect actual measurements.

Create a spreadsheet:

How to measure: Send team this guide: How do I measure myself?

Include:

• Chest (for jackets, shirts)
• Waist + inseam (for pants)
• Foot length in cm (for boots)
• Hand circumference (for gloves)

Step 2: Cross-reference with size chart

Find the product you're ordering. Check the brand-specific size chart.

Example: Winter jacket size chart:

Map team members to sizes:

• John (104 cm) → L or XL
• Sarah (96 cm) → M
• Mike (110 cm) → 2XL

Read more: Where can I find size charts?

Step 3: Send us your measurements

Email us at orders@droppe.com with:

• Your team spreadsheet (measurements for each person)
• Product link or product name
• Any special requirements (layering, safety standards, etc.)

We'll respond with:

• Recommended size for each team member
• Notes on the brand's fit (runs small, true to size, etc.)
• Any team members who might need special attention (between sizes, unusual proportions)

Step 4: Review and order

Based on our recommendations:

• Review the size assignments with your team
• Adjust if team members have preferences (e.g., prefer roomier fit)
• Place your order with confidence

Final order for 20-person team:

• 2× S
• 6× M
• 8× L
• 3× XL
• 1× 2XL

Confidence level: High. We've matched each person's measurements to the brand's sizing.

We can help coordinate

For teams of any size, contact us:

We'll:

1. Review your team measurements
2. Recommend the right size for each person
3. Identify anyone who needs special attention
4. Coordinate bulk order with brand
5. Arrange bulk exchanges if needed (sizes wrong)

Why use us:

• We've done this hundreds of times
• We know which brands run small/large
• We can negotiate directly with brands for bulk orders

Contact info:

• Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy: frage@droppe.com / +49 1573 5981912
• Finland: kysy@droppe.fi / +358 45 4909908
• Sweden: fraga@droppe.com / +46 76 692 47 11

Read more: Can I contact support for sizing help?

Handling size variations

Teams aren't uniform. Some members need special sizing.

Very small or very large team members

If someone falls outside standard size range:

• Contact us BEFORE ordering
• We'll check if brand offers extended sizing
• Or suggest alternative brands that fit

Don't assume one brand fits everyone. Some team members might need different brands.

Different body proportions

Example: Team member with broad shoulders but average chest measurement.

Solution:

• Include shoulder measurements when contacting us
• We'll recommend sizing up for shoulder room
• Note this in your order for that specific person

Pregnant team members

Sizing changes during pregnancy.

Options:

1. Order adjustable-waist products (elastic, drawstring)
2. Size up temporarily (can exchange later)
3. Delay order if due date is soon

Contact us if you need maternity-friendly workwear options.

Bulk exchanges (if sizing is wrong)

Even with careful measurement, sometimes adjustments are needed.

We can coordinate bulk exchanges:

• Multiple items, same wrong size → Exchange all at once
• Faster than individual returns
• One shipment out, one shipment back

How it works:

1. Email orders@droppe.com with list of exchanges needed
2. We coordinate with brand to reserve correct sizes
3. You return wrong sizes (free return label)
4. We ship correct sizes

Timeline: 7-14 business days.

Read more: Can I get a replacement instead of a refund?

Product-specific team tips

Safety boots (team order)

Challenge: Feet vary more than chests/waists. Hard to standardize.

Strategy:

1. Collect foot measurements from EVERYONE (cm)
2. Send us measurements—we'll recommend sizes per person
3. Add 0.5-1 cm for comfort (feet swell during long shifts)

Don't assume size 42 fits everyone with "average" feet. Measure.

Uniforms (jackets, pants)

Challenge: Want consistent look, but bodies vary.

Strategy:

1. Pick brand with wide size range (XS - 3XL)
2. Collect measurements from entire team
3. Send us measurements—we'll map each person to sizes
4. Keep notes on brand fit for future orders

Reorder same brand for consistency when new team members join.

Hi-vis vests (team order)

Challenge: Vests should fit snug, but team sizes vary.

Strategy:

• Collect chest measurements
• Most team members can wear M or L
• Order mostly M/L, few S and XL for outliers

Vests are forgiving—adjustable straps help.

Gloves (team order)

Challenge: Hand sizes vary significantly.

Strategy:

1. Measure everyone's hand circumference at knuckles
2. Most teams need sizes 8, 9, 10 (with a few 7s and 11s)
3. Order based on measurements (gloves must fit right)

Don't order "one size fits most" for safety gloves—dexterity matters.

Budget-friendly team sizing

Want to minimize exchanges?

Option 1: Measure carefully, contact us

Best approach: Send us measurements and we'll recommend sizes.

Why this works:

• We know which brands run small/large
• We can identify team members who need extra attention
• Get it right the first time

Option 2: Phased ordering

How it works:

1. Order for half the team first
2. Collect fit feedback from those who receive
3. Adjust sizing for second half based on feedback

Slower, but reduces risk of mass wrong sizes.

Reordering for team (new members)

New team member joins 6 months later.

How to size them:

1. Pull up original order (we keep records)
2. Check which brand you ordered
3. Measure new team member
4. Use same brand's size chart
5. Reference fit notes from original order ("Brand X runs large")

We can help: Email us with original order number and new member's measurements.

Questions?

Coordinating team order and feeling overwhelmed? Contact us. We'll walk you through it step-by-step.

Large team (20+ people)? Definitely contact us—we can help coordinate directly with the brand for bulk pricing and logistics.

Contact info:

• Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Belgium, Italy: frage@droppe.com / +49 1573 5981912
• Finland: kysy@droppe.fi / +358 45 4909908
• Sweden: fraga@droppe.com / +46 76 692 47 11

Related articles:

• How do I choose the right size?
• How do I measure myself?
• Can I contact support for sizing help?
• Can I get a replacement instead of a refund?

Updated on: 23/01/2026