Description
The craft of sewing clothes and dresses by following a pattern. This includes the assembly of cutout clothing parts.
Alternative labels
tailoring
sewing
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Dressmaking is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Costume maker: Costume makers construct, sew, stitch, dye, adapt and maintain costumes to be used in live performances and in movies or television programs. Their work is based on artistic vision, sketches or finished patterns combined with knowledge of the human body to ensure the wearer maximum range of movement. They work in close cooperation with the designers.
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Optional knowledge
Dressmaking is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Costume attendant: Costume attendant help dress actors and extras. They make sure everything is as the costume designer envisioned and ensure the continuity of appearance of the performers. Costume attendants maintain and repair these costumes. They store them correctly and safely after shooting.
Costume buyer: Costume buyers work with the costume designer in order to identify the materials for the costumes. They buy and rent fabric, thread, accessories and other items needed to finish the wardrobe. Costume buyers may also purchase clothing items “off the peg”, ready made. They base their purchases on the sketches of the costume designer.
References
- Dressmaking – ESCO
