Clothing and Textile

Clothing and Textile

Body Measurement

Poll

State one reason why we should take accurate body measurement?

• Enhances the look of the person

• So that the garment can be made properly

• So that the garment can fit the person

• Enhances Personality

Reasons for Taking Accurate Body Measurements

• When the body measurements are accurate, the garments can be fit.

•  A well-fitted garment can enhance not only the look of the person but also the personality.

• Accurate body measurement allows for speed and accuracy in garment construction

Poll

What are some things that influence the measurement of clothes?

• The Style of the garment

• The type of garment

• The gender of the customer

Poll

Name three different ways to take body measurements

• Horizontal Measurement

• Vertical Measurement

• Circumferential Measurement

• Standing Up

Name three different ways to take body measurements

• The horizontal measurement is taken from the left of the figure to the right.

• The vertical measurement is taken from the top of the body figure to its base.

• Circumferential measurement is taken around the body.

Multiple Choice

What are the tools used to take body measurement?

• Ruler

• Tape Measure

• Speed Square

• Angle locator

What are the tools used to take body measurement?

• The tape measure is the main tool used for taking body measurement

• Other tools include tailor's chalk, pencil, paper to record measurements, cord etc

End of Quiz

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