Can You Buy an Unstitched Suit Online if You Don’t Know Your Measurements?

Introduction

Absolutely. As an unstitched suit is simply material and not size-specific, the fit will depend on your tailor and not the size chart. All you need is some measurements, a tailor and time before the event. Many customers at Gulbhahar prefer to buy our unstitched suits online for this very reason; it allows them to create a perfect fit. Below is how it is done easily.

Why Do Unstitched Suits Not Require a Perfect Fit?

As an unstitched suit is sold in pieces of fabric, there is no pre-defined size that you could choose incorrectly. It is the tailor who will cut and stitch the suit to your measurements, which means that the right fit will depend on his ability to take your measurements rather than guess between small, medium and large. See the product description to find out what you will receive in your package, as the number of pieces and their sizes may differ between suits.

What Measurements Should You Have Ready?

You need only five measurements: bust size, waist size, hip size, shoulder width and kurta length and sleeve length. It is easiest to get a tailor to take these measurements if he is available, as he knows just what he needs. In case you are measuring yourself, use a soft measuring tape, stand straight and have another member of the family do the measuring. Note down these measurements and use them in the future when ordering suits.

What if You Cannot Measure Yourself or Visit a Tailor?

There are ways of measuring when you have a perfectly fitting kurta or suit with you. Lay out the kurta and measure the breadth of the chest, the waist, the length of the kurta and the sleeves, and give these numbers to the tailor. In any case, a perfectly fitting suit gives much more information to the tailor than a long discussion can.

How Do You Choose the Right Suit When Fit Is Still Open?

Choose the fabric and colour first, and then go about tailoring the suit around these choices. The suits listed below provide a good variety of styles to pick from.

The Blush Pink Korean Silk Unstitched Suit is a soft, elegant choice. Blush pink is a sweet and flattering colour, while Korean silk implies a smooth fabric; find out from your tailor how much ease is needed and whether lining is required. This would be perfect for a party at lunchtime, a puja or a family function.

The Sage Green Floral Unstitched Suit is a casual, relaxed choice. Floral prints always look better when they balance nicely with the final design of the kurta; let your tailor know where you would like the main flowers to be. Sage green is a soothing colour and great for daytime celebrations.

How Do You Handle Suits With Detailed Work?

The Olive Green Cream Mirror Work Unstitched Suit and the Purple Cream Mirror Work Unstitched Suit need a cautious tailor since mirror work could be hard when working with seams, darts and necklines. Ensure your tailor makes the cutting of the suit before sewing the pieces and avoids placing seams on the busiest parts. Olive green and cream suits are natural and festive colours, while purple and cream suits are luxurious and evening colours. Pick the colour according to the feeling you want.

The Olive Grey Embroidered Unstitched Suit is a conservative choice. Olive grey is a modern colour, and the embroidery adds the festive vibe without being too loud. Point out the embroidered areas and ask the tailor not to distort the motifs in the neckline and hem area. The suit works well for the festive dinner or the puja.

How Much Time Should You Leave for Stitching?

Allow yourself more time than you expect. The tailors tend to get busier during the festival months, and a trial will mean a second visit. This year Diwali falls on 8th November, which means that you need to act quickly and make sure that you order soon and reserve the tailor for a fitting.

What Should You Tell the Tailor?

Be as precise as possible. Specify how you would like your neckline to look, the required sleeve length, kurta length, the style of bottoms, as well as whether it needs a lining and additional seam allowance. Bring a photograph of a particular design if you happen to have any. Always ask for a trial fitting before the final finishing touch, since small changes are much easier at this stage than later on.

Final Thoughts

It is definitely possible to buy an unstitched suit online without the measurements, as long as you include the stitching stage in your consideration. Get your measurements from a professional tailor and give clear instructions. Choose the material and the colour that you like, and the fit will be adjusted accordingly.