The video is a tutorial on how to take body measurements for creating a custom-fit suit. The instructor explains that there are three methods to take measurements: from the body, from an existing suit, or by draping fabric on the body.
The instructor demonstrates how to measure the body, including:
1. Length: Measuring from the shoulder to the desired length of the suit.
2. Chest: Measuring around the chest, with an allowance for looseness.
3. Waist: Measuring around the natural waistline.
4. Hips: Measuring around the hips, about 7-9 inches below the waistline.
5. Shoulder: Measuring from the base of the neck, over the shoulder, and down to the arm.
6. Sleeve length: Measuring from the shoulder, down the arm, to the desired length of the sleeve.
7. Neckline: Measuring the depth of the neckline, with options to make it smaller or larger.
The instructor also explains how to calculate the looseness allowance for a comfortable fit and how to use a formula to calculate the best fit. The video is part of a series, with more tutorials to come on how to cut and sew a custom suit.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. To measure the length of a suit, place the inch tape from the base of the neck, at the center back.
2. The inch tape should be reversed to ensure accurate measurement.
3. The length of the suit can be measured in three ways: from the body, from an existing suit, or by draping fabric on the body.
4. When measuring the length of the suit, the tape should be kept straight and not twisted.
5. The length of the suit can be adjusted to suit individual preferences.
6. To measure the chest, place the inch tape around the fullest part of the bust, keeping the tape level and parallel to the floor.
7. The chest measurement should be taken with the arms relaxed at the sides.
8. The waist measurement is taken at the narrowest part of the natural waistline.
9. The hip measurement is taken at the fullest part of the hips, usually about 7-9 inches below the waistline.
10. When measuring the sleeves, the arm should be relaxed at the side, with the elbow slightly bent.
11. The length of the sleeve is measured from the center back of the neck, over the shoulder, and down to the desired length.
12. The shoulder slope is measured by placing the inch tape from the base of the neck, over the shoulder, and down to the desired length.
13. The neckline measurement is taken by placing the inch tape around the base of the neck, with the tape level and parallel to the floor.
14. The back neck measurement is taken by placing the inch tape around the back of the neck, with the tape level and parallel to the floor.
15. The depth of the neckline can be adjusted to suit individual preferences.
16. The formula for calculating the looseness of the suit is one-fourth of the chest measurement.
17. The hem allowance is typically 1-2 inches, depending on the type of fabric and the desired length of the hem.
18. The suit can be cut in three ways: using a pattern, draping fabric on the body, or using a combination of both methods.