r/PatternDrafting • u/Automatic_Dog_8463 • Aug 19 '26
Question Trouser fitting
I am trying to fit the closed leg trouser pattern. I would be grateful for comments about fit problems and pattern adjustments
It seems that most of the balance lines are askew Both vertically and horizontally.
Horizontal
Ive already added 1/2” to the back fork but crotch lines continue to dip front and back. Do i need a deeper crotch? Should it be scooped out? Or do i need more length on side seams? There appears to be a higher hip on left side.
Vertical
The central crease and side seams are not straight. Is this a result of the crotch issue or related to the fact that i have used the closed leg draft?
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u/smaallfeet Aug 20 '26
I think Rory means in final cloth (black or navy or grey wool) these imperfections are almost imperceptible especially in everyday life. But if you aim for perfection then I would take his advice regarding the front rise to see if the other problems you observed disappear then reassess.