In a message dated 2/6/2007 3:18:51 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
There's often a chart on the envelope with real measurements for bust and hips, which is useful in determining which size to cut. I still almost always have to take two inches off the sides for something that is "fitted". It's worse on some patterns than on others, I guess it depends on who drafts them. And, let's face it--some people don't allow enough ease in their clothes! As I remember, rib cage ease is 4-6 inches--that's to allow for you to breathe. And one's thighs do spread when one sits, so that hip ease that seems too much standing might be needed when seated. The different companies always did use a slightly different body style/type and ease, even given the same measurements for sizes. Best strategy is still, I think, to buy closest to your bust size, as it is easier to alter hips and waist. Ann Wass _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
