Tailor Measurements and Fitting

Question 1

Where is the chest measurement taken on a male client?

Accepted Answer

Around the fullest part of the chest under the arms

Answer

Across the shoulder blades only

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At the natural waist level

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Two inches below the collarbone

Question 2

What is the 'natural waist' on a human body?

Accepted Answer

The narrowest part of the torso between the ribs and hips

Answer

The measurement at the navel level

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The widest part of the lower torso

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The distance from shoulder to hip

Question 3

What is 'ease' in garment fitting?

Accepted Answer

The extra measurement added beyond body measurements for comfort and movement

Answer

The amount of fabric trimmed from pattern edges

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The seam allowance added to each pattern piece

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The difference between two style sizes

Question 4

What measurement is needed to set the correct trouser inseam length?

Accepted Answer

From the crotch to the bottom of the ankle along the inner leg

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From the waist to the floor along the side seam

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From the hip to the knee

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From the waist to the crotch level

Question 5

What is a 'muslin' in the context of tailoring and fitting?

Accepted Answer

A test garment made in inexpensive fabric to check fit before cutting the fashion fabric

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A type of lining used in formal jackets

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A pressing cloth made from natural fibers

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A hand-stitching technique for hems

Question 6

How much ease is typically added to the chest measurement for a well-fitted man's suit jacket?

Accepted Answer

3 to 4 inches

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0 to 0.5 inches

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7 to 8 inches

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10 to 12 inches