>So what good are they then? Aren't you glad clothes, shoes,
>meds, etc. aren't that unregulated?

Chuck Taylor All Stars versus Vans: I have to buy one size smaller Chucks compared to the Vans.

I used to wear a size "large" Hanes Beefy-T but nowadays a size "small" fits like a dress or nightshirt. Same with pants sizes. Dang kids and their baggy clothing these days.