dressmaking

Take Body Measurement,

Draft and Cut Patterns for
Ladies’ Trousers

Maricar G. Dignadice
Dressmaking Teacher
Produce Ladies’ Trousers After going through this
with the following module, you are expected
subtopics to:

1. Procedure in Taking Body 1. explain the procedure in taking

Measurement actual body measurements for
ladies’
2. Drafting Basic Pattern for trousers;
Ladies’ Trousers 2. take body measurements
accurately;
3. Techniques in Cutting Final 3. explain the steps in drafting the
Pattern block and final pattern; and
4. draft and cut the block and
final patterns.
Different designs of trousers
Confusion between the meaning of trousers, pants, or even
slacks. Experts in sewing considered the origin from where these
words came from.

trousers pants slacks

Most parts of the a British word, refer Slacks are trousers
United Kingdom and to as men’s especially for casual
Ireland, trousers are underwear or wear and it is
the general term for underpants, the usually used in
an outer garment plural of which are plural form
which are worn at pantie. But, in some
other places, it is also
the hips or waist, and
an outer garment
maybe held up by
covering each leg
their own fastenings, separately and
a belt, or suspenders usually extending
(braces) from the waist to the
ankle- and it comes
from the word
“pantaloons”.
 Name: __________________________________ Yr. & Sec:
____________________ Subject/Topic: ____________________________
Teacher: ____________________
Instructions: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the best answer from the
choices below. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper

1. Which is NOT part of the 2. In using the tape

needed body measurement measure, based on the
pictured below, where do
for ladies’ trousers?
we start
measuring?
A. Waist
B. armhole
C. crotch
D. Full length/pant length A. line a C. 2
B. line B D. none of the above
3. How many finger/s 4. How is hip 2
do we add when being measured?
measuring bust
distance? A. vertical
B. horizontal
A. 1 C. rise
B. 2 D. circumferential
C. 0.5
D. 0
5. Which is part of 6. How many
the vertical fingers do we add
measurement? to get the waist
measurement?
A. Full length/pant
length
A. 0
B. Bust distance
C. waist measurement
B. 2
D. thigh circumference C. 4
D. 5
7. Why is it important to
get an accurate body
measurement?
A. To create garment in a
nice way.
B. To create a well-fitted
garment.
C. To sew the fabric well
and make the garment
good to look at.
D. All of the above
8. What is the first
step in drafting
ladies’ trousers?
A. Draft the pocket
B. Draft the side
seam.
C. Draft the
fundamental lines.
D. Both B and C
9. When cutting pattern, which should be considered?
A. Cut out the pattern along the seamline guidelines, then put the
pattern pieces together to make sure they match before starting to
cut your fabric. Correcting any cutting mistakes is essential so
that the seam lines.
B. Cut out the pattern along the dotted guidelines, then put the
pattern pieces together to make sure they match before starting to
cut your fabric. Correcting any cutting mistakes is essential so
that the seam lines.
C. Cut out the pattern along the width, then put the pattern pieces
together to make sure they match before starting to cut your
fabric. Correcting any cutting mistakes is essential so that the
seam lines.
D. Cut out the pattern along the pattern, then put the pattern
pieces together to make sure they match before starting to cut
your fabric. Correcting any cutting mistakes is essential so that
the seam lines.
 Designs of Ladies Trousers

Trousers are
basically office wear
worn by corporate
women. They are
made up of cotton,
polyesters and wool
and looking great
with a formal blouse
and shirt.
 There are six main body shapes that will guide you in
choosing the best style of trouser to wear: Hourglass, Triangle,
Inverted Triangle, Rectangle, Diamond and Rounded shape.
 For Triangle shape

It is best to wear a
trouser with the
straight leg.
 For Inverted Triangle shape

A peg trouser, with

pleats on the top,
and has a
waistband. Wide
leg lining trouser is
also good for this
body shape.
 For Rectangle shape

Low rise, skinny

trousers, and wider
leg is best for this
shape. Avoid big
flares and cargo
pants and silky
flowing trousers for
office or night out.
 For Hourglass shape

High-waist and
wide-legged trousers
underline the
curvaceous body are
of great style options
 For Oval or Diamond shape

Trousers should be in
classic style with flat
fronts, and no extra from
zips, pleats or gathers.
Low rise trousers should
not be worn, and
waistbands should not be
too tight. Boot cuts are
best suited for this
shape and if tall enough,
straight cuts or palazzo is
of great choice.
 For Apple or Rounded shape

A pair of boots- cut

jeans will help this
body shape looks
slimmer and create a
line waist down.
Skinny jeans or
trousers should
be avoided.
Another factor to consider is the type of posture that a wearer has.
Posture type can be classified into three categories:

Average
When the wearer
stands fairly straight
and the side seams
of pants fall
straight and are lined
up with the ankle,
she has average
posture.
Another factor to consider is the type of posture that a wearer has.
Posture type can be classified into three categories:

Forward-tilted hip
When the wearer
stands in somewhat
slouched manner;
fairly flat, low seat, and
has high prominent roll
below the front waist
or high prominent
hip bones
Another factor to consider is the type of posture that a wearer has.
Posture type can be classified into three categories:

Backward-tilted hip
When the wearer
stands with the tummy
lowered and posterior
out and up and the
pants hike up over the
seat. In here, the
pattern crotch length
is not corrected.
Another factor to consider is the type of posture that a wearer has.
Posture type can be classified into three categories:

Average Forward-tilted Backward-

When the wearer hip tilted hip
stands fairly When the wearer When the wearer
straight and the stands in stands with the
side seams of somewhat tummy lowered
pants fall straight slouched manner; and posterior out
and are lined up fairly flat, low and up and the
with the ankle, she seat, and has high pants hike up over
prominent roll the seat. In here,
has average
below the front the pattern crotch
posture. length is not
waist or high
corrected.
prominent hip
bones
Another factor to consider is the type of posture that a wearer has.
Posture type can be classified into three categories:
 styles of Trousers.

Straight Leg Trousers.

This style of trousers

can fit any body
types. It can be found
in different designs
and best for business
meetings and in casual
workplace.
 Gaucho trousers
It’s like Capri pants
except that these have
wider legs with a flare at the
bottom. These are ideal for
warm weather. The short
breathable legs keep the
woman cool and the wide
and flowing legs can
have a similar appearance
to a skirt depending on the
amount
of fabric used and the
amount of flare
 Boot Cut Trouser
Similar design to
straight leg trousers
except that it has a
slight flare at the
bottom so that it can
easily fit over a pair of
boots. This works well
with any body type.
 Skinny Trousers

The style for women who

have skinny, straight legs
and slim figures. Skinny
trousers hug the legs and
the hips very closely and
make the lower half of the
body look small. It is
important that the top half
of the body is in proportion.
 Leggings

Usually skintight and

are made up of
denim, cotton and
lycra.
 Cropped Trouser
Best suited during
summertime. It is not as
short as capri pants, instead
it has a hem that falls
between the ankle and the
calf. It has straight legs and
do not hug the legs too
closely. Women with
shorter stature should avoid
cropped trousers that have a
cuff because they will make
women shorter than they
already are.
 Capris

Popular among women

which are worn
during summer. These
are made up of cotton,
denim and polyester.
 Wide Leg Trouser

straight legs that is wider

and more flowing than
straight leg trousers. Tall,
slender women are wearing
this kind of trousers because
it can make the bottom
appear larger than the top
half. When paired with the
right shoes, wide leg trousers
can help elongate the legs
and slim the figure down.
 Palazzos
Generally loose in fitting
and are best suited to lean
women and goes well
with tank tops and trendy
blouses. These are made
up of wrinkle free fabric.
TYPES OF WAISTBANDS FOR
TROUSERS
 Super High Rise.

Waistband is more than

1 inch above your waist.
 Super High Rise.

Waistband is more than

1 inch above your waist.
 High Rise Jeans

Waistband is 1 inch
above your waist.
 Medium Rise Jeans.

Waistband is located
precisely on the waist.
 Medium to Low Rise Jeans.

Waistband is located
typically 2-3 inches
below the belly button.
The most
popular rise in most
denim brands,
especially for women.
 Low Rise Jeans.

Waistband is very low,

3-5 inches below the
belly button.
 Ultra Low Rise Jeans or Brazilian Low Rise
Jeans.

Brazilian jeans are

growing in popularity
and are renowned for
their daring sexy
cuts, high quality, and
original
embellishments.
 Suitable Fabrics for Ladies’ Trousers

Choose fabric which is firmly woven to hold its shape

and would complement more to your body shape.

Texture and design should be properly examined to

avoid scratchy feeling when it is used.

There are also fabric types which require lining to

prevent undergarments and seam allowances seen
through. Choose medium-weight blends fabric for
trousers.
 Gabardine

Light wool (or cotton

once in a while) twill
weave that's
best for Spring and Fall.
 Polyester

same characteristics
as the cotton but
may not easily gets
dirty as cotton.
 Denim

heavy-weight fabric
with very little drape
or stretch.
 Cotton
Elegant appearance
for women but for
women with lots
of activities, this is not
appropriate
because it snags easily
and is hard
to clean and care for
when it gets
dirty.
PARTS OF TROUSERS
 Waistband

a strip of fabric
fastened at the top
of trousers that fits
around the waist.
 Fly

an opening/placket
covering the groin
which makes the pants
easier
to put on or take off. It
conceals the
mechanism such as
zipper, velcro or
buttons.
 Leg(s)

Leg(s) or leggings are

form-fitting covering
for the legs.
 Leg(s)

Leg(s) or leggings are

form-fitting covering
for the legs.
 Seam

a line where two

pieces of cloth are
joined by sewing near
the edge of the fabrics
(inseam and outseam).
 Bottom(s)

the lowest part of

trousers.
 Trousers

support the belt loops

on the waistband of
the trousers where the
belt passes on serve as
support to the wearer.
 Pocket

usually small cloth bag

that is sewn into a
piece of clothing which
is open at the top or
side where little things
can be put into it.
 TYPES OF POCKETS
A pocket is a bag or envelope-like receptacle that
is either fastened to or inserted in an article of
clothing to hold small items. It is an indispensable
part of men and women’s garments. It is
functional. It serves as container for small objects
aside from
being a decoration.
 Patch Pockets

These pockets are

external and can be
decorative. They can
be made from the same
fabric as the garment
or from a contrasting
fabric.
Attaching Patch Pocket
 inseam POCKETS
Sewn along the side seams of the garment. These
pockets are made on the left side of the garment.
These pockets are generally stitched in boy’s
shorts, girl’s pant, pajama, and kurtas. It can be cut
as part of the garment front and back or it can be
cut from a separate pattern piece and stitched to the
seam.
 Slash Pocket

A pocket suspended on the wrong side of the

garment. A finished slit is seen on the right of the
garment. It serves as pocket opening. There are
three types of slash pockets namely, bound pocket,
welt pocket and flap pocket.
 Types of Facing and Interfacing

Facings are pieces of fabric sewn to the garment

edge, turned to the inside, and sewn in place by
hand or machine. Garment edges that are
commonly faced are necklines collars, cuffs, and
sleeveless armscye. There are two styles of facings
that are common to the costume shop, fitted and
bias facings.
 Fitted Facings

Pieces of fabric that

match the area to be
faced in shape and
grain.
 Bias Facings

Utilize the stretch of

the bias to shape the
facing to the edge
being faced. The stitch
of bias is limited and
are restricted on the
curvature possible on
the edge to be faced.
 Interfacing

Supporting fabric that is

used to give body,
shape, and
reinforcement to
particular areas of a
garment, and is hidden
between plies of fabric.
TASK 1. Directions: Match the body shape of the wearer in Column A to the best
style of trouser in Column B. Write the letter on the line before each number.
Column A Column B
A. boot cut jeans

B. classic style

C. high waist and

wide-legged trouser
1. _______ 2. _______
D. low rise and
skinny trouser

E. wide leg lining

5. _______ trouser

F. straight leg
trouser
3. _______ 4. _______
TASK 2: Direction: Sketch your own design of ladies’ trouser; the shape and posture
of the body with the appropriate style of trouser and waistband. Label it correctly.
 ASSESSMENT

Multiple Choice Direction: Choose and write the letter of the best
answer.

1. Ana stands in a slouched manner. What is the type of body

posture does she have?
A. average C. forward-
tilted hip
B. backward-tilted hip D. sideward-tilted hip

2. How will you know if the wearer of the trouser have an average
posture?
A. stands fairly flat, low seat C. stands with slouched
manner
B. stands fairly straight D. stands with tummy
lowered
3. Jessica needs a high-rise jean for her party outfit. How will she
know if the trouser
waistband is classified as high-rise jean?
A. waistband is located on the waist
B. waistband is 1 inch above the waist
C. waistband is 1 inch below the waist
D. waistband is more than 1 inch above the waist

4. Faye have a flat tummy. What is the preferred type of trouser

waistband suited for her?
A. high rise jean C.
medium rise jean
B. low rise jean D.
super high rise jean

5. It is a style of trouser best for tall and slender women.

A. boot cut trouser C. straight leg
6. It is a factor to consider in coming up with the best
trouser.
A. style of blouse
B. the posture of the body
C. understand one’s body type or shape
D. both B and C
.

7. It is a bag or envelop-like receptacle that is either fastened

to or inserted in an article of clothing to hold small items.
A. Neckline C. pocket
B. sleeve D.
Facing
.

8. Below are the different body shapes EXCEPT one.

A. Circle C.
Hourglass
9. Which body posture is considered when the wearer
stands straight and the side seams of pants fall straight
and are lined up with the ankle?
A. Average B.
Forward-tilted hip
B. Forward-tilted hip D. All
the above

10. It is an opening covering the groin which makes the

pants easier to put on or take off.
A. fly B. bottoms C. sleeves D.
waistband

11. It is the style of trousers which can fit any body type.
A. Gaucho Trousers C. Boot Cut
12. Which style of trousers is for women with skinny,
straight legs, and slim figures?
A. Boot Cut Trousers C. Skinny Trousers
B. Straight leg trousers D. Gaucho trousers

13. What kind of waistband that is more than 1-inch

above your waist?
A. Low Rise Jeans C. Super High Rise
B. High Rise Jeans D. Medium Rise Jeans

14. It is a type of waistband which is very low, 3-5 inch

below the belly button.
A. Low Rise Jeans B. Super High Rise
B. High Rise Jeans D. Medium Rise Jeans
15.Elena is wearing a pink trouser which has an elegant
appearance. What kind of fabric do you think Elena is
wearing?
A. denim B. cotton C. polyester D.
gabardine

16.A type of fabric which is light wool (or cotton once in

a while) twill weave and is best for Spring and Fall.
A. denim B. cotton C. gabardine D. polyester

17. It is a heavy-weight fabric with very little drape or

stretch.
A. denim B. cotton C. gabardine
D. polyester
18. Which is NOT a part the part of the trousers?
A. fly B. bottom C. sleeves D.
waistband

19. Which jeans have a waistband of 2 to 3 inches below the belly

button and have a popular rise in most denim brands for women?
A. Low Rise Jeans C. Super High Rise
B. High Rise Jeans D. Medium to Low Rise Jeans

20. Why is it important to know the body shape of our customers

before making trousers for them?
A. To know their body size.
B. To sew a perfect pair of trousers for the customer.
C. To come up with the best trouser that would complement your
body is understanding one’s body type or shape.
D. both B and C
 Activity No. 1
Instructions: Make a project plan on a long sized-bond paper and fill-out
necessary information. Use the given sample below.

Project Plan for Ladies Trousers

I. Name of the Project: Making a Pair of Ladies’ Trousers
Date Started: _______________ Rating: _____________
Date Finished: ______________

II. Objectives:
a. _______________________________________________________________
b. _______________________________________________________________
c. _______________________________________________________________

III. Design/Illustration of the Project:

IV. Materials, Tools, and Equipment Needed

Description Quantity Unit Cost Total Cost

V. Procedure

A. Preliminary Construction Process

1.
2
3.

B. Assembling the Ladies‟ Trouser

1.
2.
3.
VI. Evaluation

Criteria for Evaluating the Finished Ladies Trousers

Criteria:

Creativity-------------- 25
Neatness---------------20
Content---------------- 20
Timeliness------------- 20
Packaging------------- 15
Total 100 %