Garment & Textile · Construction
Ease / Tolerance
Extra dimension in a pattern beyond body measurement, for movement/comfort.
Origin
Global
Era
Modern
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Industrialist View
Wearing ease 2–4" at bust; design ease additional for loose fits.
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Over-fit = too tight; under-fit = balloon silhouette.
Construction & Use
Negative ease used for stretch-knit bodycon.