Tailoring Calculator
Calculate fabric requirements, tailoring costs, and measurements for dresses, shirts, pants, and more. Convert between measurement units for sewing projects.
Step 1: Select Garment Type
Tailoring Measurements
Standard measurements: Chest/Bust (around fullest part), Waist (natural waistline), Hips (around fullest part), Length (shoulder to hem). Always add 1-2 inches for seam allowance.
Step 2: Calculation Options
Tailoring Formulas
Fabric Required: (Garment Length × 2) + Sleeve Length
Total Cost: (Fabric Required × Cost per Yard) + Labor
Measurement Conversion: 1 inch = 2.54 cm
Tailoring Calculation Results
Total Tailoring Cost
Fabric Requirements by Garment
| Garment Type | Fabric Width | Yards Needed | Meters Needed | Estimated Cost |
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Tailoring Measurement Guide
Shirt/Blouse Measurements
Chest/Bust: Measure around the fullest part
Waist: Natural waistline
Length: Shoulder to desired hem
Sleeve: Shoulder to wrist
Pants/Trousers Measurements
Waist: Where pants will sit
Hips: Around fullest part
Inseam: Crotch to ankle
Outseam: Waist to ankle
Dress Measurements
Bust: Fullest part
Waist: Natural waist
Hips: 7-9 inches below waist
Length: Shoulder to hem
Standard Size Chart
Small: Bust 34-36″, Waist 27-29″
Medium: Bust 38-40″, Waist 31-33″
Large: Bust 42-44″, Waist 35-37″
X-Large: Bust 46-48″, Waist 39-41″
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