Bowen has a straight cut. You might be tempted to blend between sizes to create more shaping, but for garments with a straight cut, trying to blend can change the design and the overall fit. Instead, select the largest size you’ll need, make a muslin, and see if you need to pinch out any areas to improve the fit.
Bowen also features our gender-expansive fit, meaning it was developed and fit on both male and female bodies.
In this video, you’ll learn some helpful fitting adjustments for the Bowen tee.
Bodice and Sleeve Length
You can adjust the bodice and sleeve length to suit your personal preference.
Increase Sweep
If you need a little more room at the hip, you can increase the sweep.
And here are some additional fitting resources if you need them:
If you prefer videos, there are bust adjustment videos in the Hansie sewalong here
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Here are some additional resources to help you make the most of this sewalong:
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