Have you ever had an experience when buying clothes that you found something you loved but there was something about the fit that just wasn’t working for you? Perhaps you have a short waist or a sway back and jeans or pants gape at the back waistband; perhaps you’re are very tall or quite petite and finding clothes to suit your frame is a challenge.
Buying off the rack is what most of use do, but often to ensure just the right fit you need to have things altered (great tailor in Paddington – Jack’s Alterations (02) 9360 3218, Level 1, 393A Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia).
While alterations are easy and very cost effective these days, there is however another option…custom design. I know this sounds as if it’s just for the rich and famous but with the rise and rise of online retailing there are custom clothing, shoe and even jewellery designers for every need at really good prices. All you need is a dressmaker’s tape measure (see picture above) to take your measurements properly (in Australia you can pick these up at Lincraft or Spotlight). Most of the custom design sites will also give you a measurement or size guide showing you exactly how to take your measurements to ensure best fit. Some will even do adjustments for you free of charge if the finished garment is just not quite right.
Here are some of my favourites to get you started, but if you have others you’d recommend, please feel free to post a comment and share them with us.
Shoes
Jewellery
http://www.bespokeboutique.com.au/
Suits and Shirts (Men)
PS: If you’re not sure what clothing styles to look for (eg necklines, hem length, skirt/dress shape, jacket style, handbag size and shape, shoe shape and heel height etc) and more importantly what styles you shouldn’t be wearing due to your body shape then a style consultation and body shape analysis is a good investment. Your full report and shopping guide will ensure you know exactly what is going to work best for you, making shopping easier and looking good all the time a cinch… just something to consider.