I’m working on the blue version of the Romana Frock Coat for a client’s wife, and so far I have made the first calico test for fitting to see how my pattern is coming together.
I have kept it fairly basic, just blocking in the main body shape; hem length; pocket positions; sleeve length; and bust fitting (
see right).
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The proof now will be in how well it fits. I am ideally aiming for the front edges to butt together, defining the centre front for me.
Well, I got some photos back from the first fitting and there’s some good new and some bad news!