A Working Costume Designer's Guide to Fit

A Working Costume Designer''s Guide to Fit explores the concept of fit in theatrical costumes - what it is, how to assess it, and how to achieve it.

Being able to assess whether a costume fits or not is a learned skill, which takes practice as well as information about what the fit standards are for different types of garments. Filled with detailed step-by-step illustrations, this book provides all the knowledge readers will need in order to achieve the perfect fit for their costumes, including:

• How costumes can support actors onstage when they fit correctly
• How to take measurements and how to assess them
• How to conduct a fitting and what materials are needed
• How to resolve a number of issues that may arise during a fitting
• How to fit a mockup test garment in preparation for building a costume from scratch
• How to adjust a garment or mockup to fit better

Chapters 8-14 also explore different categories of ga