So you have finalized a stunning blouse style for your lehenga or saree that will complement your body type to the tee, but things can still go downhill from this point once you proceed with getting the blouse stitched. An ill-fitting blouse, no matter how alluring its fabric or design is, can ruin the entire look of the outfit you have so painstakingly planned.
You might think that the sole responsibility of taking your measurements correctly to create that perfect fit lies with the tailor, but there are a number of ways in which you too can ensure that you are measured properly and can detect the signs of an ill-fitting blouse before you take it home. Here is all the information you need on getting the perfect blouse stitched
Things to keep in mind during the Measurement session
It seems pretty obvious as the first step to get the fit right.
Interestingly though, in most of the cases, it goes wrong at this stage itself. The tailor is to be blamed – yes, if he hasn’t measured you properly. But at times, you yourself could also be the culprit!
1. Wear the right Inners
The most important aspect that you need to keep in mind is to wear the right inners when giving your measurements. Make sure you know your bra size well so that the cups can be fitted accordingly. Wear that bra when going for measurements. Do NOT wear a sports bra or any other loose kind of inners.
And there is the skill of your Tailor to take the right measurements. From shoulder to midriff, there are 12 or so measurements required, with everything from depth of the neck to the size of the back at the top, middle and bottom taken into account.
In our own boutique, we not only follow a comprehensive 15 point Fit Profile for a Saree Blouse but we also insist on the right kind of Inners when taking measurements
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2. Avoid giving 'Measurement Blouses'
You may feel more comfortable giving a “measurement blouse” to the tailor instead of getting measured physically, however, this may not be the best idea if the fabric and design of your measurement blouse are not the same as that of the blouse you are getting stitched. It is always best to get yourself measured by a professional seamstress at a boutique before getting a blouse stitched, so that your measurements are exactly as per the fabric and design elements of the blouse. If you still want to give a measurement blouse to the tailor then confirm with your designer whether the fit of the sample blouse will be compatible with the fit of the blouse design that you have chosen
3. Seek help to Visualize Design
Sometimes, you may not be able to visualize properly how deep the front and back necklines are going to be, and may end up being uncomfortable with the design of the blouse once it is stitched. Ask the tailor to point out exactly where the neckline is going to lie when your measurements are being taken. Do not hesitate in checking the depth of the neckline multiple times until you are confident that you will be comfortable with the same. This also holds true for the sleeve length and the length of the blouse
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4. Ask for Fasteners
If you are planning to go for an unpadded blouse then ask the tailor to add straps with fasteners inside your blouse at the shoulders, to hook your bra strap with the blouse. It’s an extremely useful tip to ensure your bra straps don’t peep out no matter how much you dance!
5. Plan for Margins
Ask the tailor to leave some spare fabric along the hemline on the inside of the blouse, so as to allow for any alterations in the future. This is especially useful if you are planning to re-wear the blouse over the years, as the extra fabric will allow you to accommodate any weight fluctuations that may affect the fit of your blouse
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Pro*Tips
From our designers
Bridal Blouses
If you are a bride to be, then it is advisable to get a trial blouse stitched before giving the responsibility of stitching the actual bridal blouse to the tailor. This will allow for most of the corrections and alterations to be made on the trial blouse so that your bridal blouse comes out perfect in the first go. Check this article for more tips on getting your bridal blouse stitched
Inners
You can consult your designer regarding what kind of bra you should wear underneath a certain style of blouse, particularly with backless, off-shoulder, or deep-necked styles. You can also look into modern alternatives, such as adhesive cups and silicone tapes. Here is an article to get you started
What you should do at the fitting session
1. Accessorize
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Wear the undergarments that you plan to wear under the outfit on the final day to your fitting sessions, to ensure that the blouse conceals the seams and straps of the bra properly. Feel free to bring along your whole outfit and key accessories to check if everything pairs well together
2. Check Armhole
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Raise your arms above the head while wearing the blouse to ensure that you can easily do so. If you face discomfort while lifting your hands then the blouse is probably too tight at the shoulders or sleeves
3. Check Tightness
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Make sure that your flesh is not bulging out in a certain area when you are sitting or bending over. A well-fitted blouse should hug your body comfortably without squeezing any area and there should be just enough room for your skin to breathe
4. Check Sleeves
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Slide a finger inside your sleeves. The ideal sleeve should allow you to slide one finger inside the fabric with ease. If you are unable to do so, then the sleeve is too tight. This rule is of course not valid if you are opting for flared sleeves which are looser
5. Check Shoulders
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Make sure that the shoulders of the blouse don’t keep falling off when you move your arms about. This usually happens with deep or wide-necked blouses and a Dori should be added at the back to prevent it. Here are some Dori designs that you could choose from
Apart from the above, keep an eye out for the following signs of an ill-fitting blouse which may not be as obvious at first glance
Six unobvious signs of an ill-fitting blouse
Extra fabric at the shoulders
Neckline not lying flat on the body
Pleats in the sleeve at the armhole
Pleats from the armhole to the neck/back
Gaps between the hooks due to lifted or stretched fabric
Blouse lifting at the waist when you raise your hands
With these clever tricks up your sleeve, you will definitely be able to help your designer bring the blouse of your dreams to life. At our boutique we follow a detailed design, measurement, construction & fitting process to ensure a perfect fit blouse for every design. Read more about our blouse design process here. We promise you that you will never have to deal with an ill-fitting or imperfect blouse ever again!
33 thoughts on “How to achieve the Perfect Fit with Tailor-made Blouses”
Hi, how much you charge for normal lining blouse
Hi Shakunthala,
We’ve sent you an email with the price details
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Lavender, The Boutique
1)Cost of normal saree blouse with lining.
2) cosy of chudidar with lining.
3) cost of designer blouse
Hi Sharulatha,
We have sent you the price details in your email. Please call/ WhatsApp us at +91 98867 65047 for more details
Plzz suggest bra for blouse heavy chest
Hi Sarita
You may want to try padded blouses, if you have a heavy bust size. Here is an article that could interest.
Kindly send me your price details.
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Hi,
How much you charge for blouse stitching with lining.
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Lavender, The Boutique
How much you take for boat neck blouse
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Lavender, The Boutique
Hi Anamika
Do you stitch non padded blouse for chiffon or fully netted saree. Please let me know your charges
Thanks
Hi Rose,
Yes, we do stitch non-padded blouses for Chiffon or Fully netted sarees, though a better look can come from padded blouses only. We’ve sent you an email with the price details. Do let us know if you require any further information
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Lavender, The Boutique
How much u charge for a normal lining blouse? Pls
Hi Arshi
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Lavender, The Boutique
Can you please share the price details for blouses?
Hi Suma
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Hi,
How much you charge for blouse stitching with lining?
I need to get the bridal blouse stitched
Hi Ashwini
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Lavender, The Boutique
Please let me know the rate of simple blouse stitching
Hi Jayakala
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I want to stich blouse for wedding…
How much
Hi Uttara,
The cost for your wedding blouse will depend upon the design and the work required on embroidery. Please call or WhatsApp us on the numbers at the bottom of this page for more details
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Lavender, The Boutique
Hello,
Please advise in how many days is the blouse stiched and the cost of stitching for a silk saree blouse
Also in case measurements can be taken at home ?
Hi Gauri,
We sent you the price details in your email. Please check
A simple blouse (without embroidery) gets stitched in 2-3 days
Yes, we have a simple guide on how to take measurements at home. We will also assist you in taking the measurements over a video call.
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Lavender, The Boutique
Hi,
Can you please share the price details for silk bridal lehenga ?
If we give the kanchipuram silk material for lehenga how much you cost to stitch designer blouse and lehenga?
Hi Chandana,
The pricing will depend upon the style & embroidery work that you choose for your bridal silk lehenga or the designer blouse
Please call/WhatsApp us on +91 9886765047 and let’s discuss the specifics
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Lavender, The Boutique
Hi!
Pl tell me how much do your charge for a lining high neck – decollate blouse?
Hi Vaishali, we connected on WhatsApp on this. Do let us know if you have any further queries
What is the of stitching a simple blouse with katori cut and lining.
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What are the charges for lining blouse, bridal blouse ,gowns and one peice. Please send details of your stitching charges and also quality of your work done.