Classic Mens Tailoring Techniques??? Help ;-)
jmks
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I am looking to learn about classic mens tailoring techniques, preferably italian, but I’m open to anything. I have been looking for some visuals of classically tailored suits from the 50s-Present, and I’m not having any luck. I’m on a bit of a time crunch, so going to the library/bookstore is out for me right now. If anyone can offer direction or advice that would be great. Thank you!
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Here's a page on the Italian
Here's a page on the Italian shoulder:
http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/Tutorials/AntongiavanniNeopolitanShoulder.htm
Here's a bit on measuring properly and completely:
http://www.mysuitshop.com/extras/measprint_men.htm
Here are some excellent illustrations of tailoring techniques:
http://pacoperaltarovira.blogspot.com/2008/09/tailoring-methods-sastreria.html
and some more in Portuguese, but the photos are clear:
http://tanysewsandknits.blogspot.com/2008/09/mtodos-de-alfaiataria-por-paco-peralta.html
And here is a good source of classic tailoring supplies:
http://www.bblackandsons.com/sewing-supplies-hymo-c-68_80_92.html
Finally, here are a bunch of youtube videos dealing with the subject:
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=tailor+jacket&search_type=&aq=f
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