Fitting princess sleams

Article Abstract:

Several steps are required to alter a princess-seamed garment for a large bust. The pattern should match the chest measurement rather than the bust measurement, so that the should and necklines will fit better. Then the exact location of the bust apex in relation to the pattern's should be determined. Careful truing is required in the procedures which follow.

United States, Sewing patterns

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Necklines that float

Article Abstract:

The necklines of garments can be made to lie flat instead of standing away from the base if the shoulder slope is done correctly. The problem is that the garment shoulders are more sloped than the person's shoulders. Thus, the shoulder slope must be reduced from the neck point to the shoulder tip.

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Fitting the figure after 55

Article Abstract:

Clothing alterations becomes necessary for women over 55 years of age as their bodies change due to aging. These alterations include adaptations to changes in height, body weight distribution and the general change in a woman's figure.

Tailoring (Women's), Women's tailoring

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