A modern twist on a tailored hem

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A beautifully tailored jacket has a personality of its own due to tailored hems which are firm, yet flexible, and gently curved around the body without dips, folds, or puckers which puts a posh impact on the suit. Steps and tips to get a suit well tailored with the help of hemming, and with particular measurement are given.

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Fitting: altering the bodice

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Guidance is given on how to shorten a garment without distorting the armhole. The area to alter must be correctly identified and similar types of changes must then be made to each side of the body. Body areas are identified and alteration guidelines applicable to each of them are described.

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Basics: Pad stitching

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Pad stitching, a traditional hand-tailoring technique is highlighted. These rows of short, diagonal stitches are used to fasten canvas interfacing to the lapel, under collar a front shoulder area, giving these garment components pleasing three-dimensional shape.

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