How to get clothes made by a dressmaker
When using the services of a dressmaker, every client expects to receive a high-quality finished garment.
In turn, every dressmaker involved in custom tailoring also wants to please the client.
But, unfortunately, sometimes these desires go unfulfilled.
I would like to try, on behalf of dressmakers, to give a few tips to clients. Perhaps they will help someone find mutual understanding.
## First
Choose your fabric correctly. **If you have a photo of the style you want to order, show it to the dressmaker. She will suggest which fabric is best to purchase for this specific model. The dressmaker will take into account the stretch and drape of the fabric. Ideally, buy the fabric together with the professional. She will be better able than you to judge how well the fabric meets the requirements of the design.
I would like to make a special note about choosing patterned fabrics. They look somewhat different on a bolt than they do in a finished garment. So, think three times before you buy.
## Second
Evaluate your figure adequately** when choosing a style. A dressmaker who values her clientele will surely tactfully suggest if you choose a model that is not suitable for your figure. But why force a person to explain the obvious?
## Third
Do not overdo the creativity** of the style and its details. The line between originality and absurdity is very thin. Here, good taste and a natural sense of style will help you.
## Fourth
To facilitate mutual understanding with the dressmaker, learn at least the most common sewing terminology. After all, there are clients who call draping "little folds" and darts "pinches," etc. It is sometimes very difficult to understand what is actually meant. In this case, a photo of the desired model can save the day.
## Fifth
If you are not comfortable in the garment during a fitting, do not be afraid to say so. A professional dressmaker will treat the remark with understanding and redo it as needed.
That seems to be all; if I missed anything, please add to it!
I also want to add – if you change your mind in the process, and, for example, you need welt pockets instead of patch pockets, be prepared to pay extra. Sometimes, the alteration for a client's new request is almost equal to completely remaking the item.