It's also important to note that the shoulders of a jacket are very expensive to alter. The broader shoulders of a larger man's jacket can only be altered by tailors who specialize in custom jacket construction. Which means you'll pay a premium for their service. Ask yourself whether it'...
How ToAlter long straight sleeves to become gathered sleeves when drafting patterns ByChristopher White Sewing & Embroidery Gathered sleeves can add a bit of interest to a blouse or shirt which incorporates them. This tutorial shows you how to start with a basic straight sleeve and use pattern ...
For instance, you need more time to shrink Dickies 874—which is composed of 65% polyester and 35% cotton—than downsizing a pair of 100% cotton uniform pants. We’ll go into more detail regarding different types of Dickies pants that can shrink below. In any case, the last thing you’...
The Easy Way To Measure Suit Jacket Length Q: Dear Black Lapel, how long should my suit jacket be? I heard of the “cupped fingers” method (you should be able to “cup” your fingers over the end of the jacket when your arms are hanging from your sides), but I also heard this c...
(along with extra underwear which you can never have too much of whilst at a festival). The "fragrance free" part of the wipes is important, particularly for people with vaginas, as some fragrances and chemicals can alter the pH balance of the vagina and result in conditions like thrush, ...
It can be frustrating to find the perfect pair of overalls that just don’t fit right. Instead of spending money on an easy fix at the tailors, learn how to alter your own overalls at home! This guide gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to resize your overalls. Before beginning your...
Dinnerwear for women: I bring a “little black dress.” For me, it is one of the key pieces of my packing light for a cruise wardrobe. To alter my style, I bring a scarf, black cotton blazer, light-coloured cardigan, and costume jewellery – each completely changing the look, thus ...
Adjusting a waistband: If your waistband is too big or small, it will cost between $15 and $50 to adjust it. Pants or skirts with linings cost more than unlined ones. If you have the waist on a pair of pants adjusted, you may need to alter the seat and crotch as well, increasing...
to pay to keep your suits in tip-top shape over the long run. Avoid steaming the chest area. This area doesn’t get wrinkled much and steaming it may alter the relative shape of the internal canvas. More importantly AVOID use of a regular iron to press your suits, as prolonged and ...
Julie @stylishparadoxabove (read herstyle interview here) wears her shirtdress over her pants. A shirtdress is a great style to opt for (just make sure the buttons don’t gape at the bust), because you can alter how many buttons you open at the neck and the hem to create different ...