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Men's Tailoring : Bespoke, Theatrical and Historical Tailoring 1830-1950

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Men's Tailoring: Bespoke, Theatrical and Historical Tailoring 1830-1950 introduces the reader to English tailoring and covers the drafting of patterns, cutting out in cloth, and the complete traditional construction techniques in sequence for the tailoring of a waistcoat, trousers and jacket. The book contains:

  • step-by-step instructions, complete with illustrations, for students and costumiers who are new to the making of male tailored garments from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries;
  • drafting blocks and construction techniques for the main three styles of nineteenth century male garments: frock coat, morning coat and dress coat;
  • patterns, photographs and detailed measurements taken from a variety of male coats, jackets, waistcoats and trousers from c1830 - c1950 from museums and collections.

From choosing the right cloth to preparing for the fitting process, this how-to guide will help readers create beautiful, historically accurate three-piece suits for events and performances.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781138336797
  • ISBN-10: 1138336793
  • Publisher: Routledge
  • Publish Date: July 2019
  • Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.26 pounds
  • Page Count: 474

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