Garment & Textile · Cutting

Pattern — Bodice Block / Sloper

Basic, fitted pattern for upper body — master from which styles are developed.

Origin

Global

Era

Modern

Also known as

Sloper

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Industrialist View

Each size range (XS–XXL) has its own block. Digitized once, scaled via grading.

Tailor & Garment-Worker View

Contains: 2 bust darts, 2 waist darts, side seam. Front and back.

Construction & Use

Aka 'foundation pattern' or 'basic block'.

Dictionary Entry

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