The Bodice

Although not a difficult garment to sew, attention to fit is essential. Commonly, the fitted bodice has a princess seam over the bust, a sleeveless armhole combined with a broad or open neckline, and a hemline finish near the high hip. While these features make the garment fashionable and flexible, they are also the same characteristics that can create fitting problems. A perfect garment can be achieved by adjusting the pattern for fit concerns in these areas. It is highly recommend a toile be created first so that problems can be identified and dealt with before the fashion fabric is cut.

Styling

The fitted bodice suits many figures as long as care and consideration are taken with a few basic details. First, fabric