Shoulder pad insertion

The often bias-cut, slightly smaller layer of a tailored collar that sits against the neck, allowing the upper collar to roll smoothly over it without show-through.

A line of hand or machine stitching that secures twill tape along a jacket's roll line and front edge, controlling stretch and maintaining shape during tailoring.

A hand-finishing technique in tailoring where a folded edge, such as a lining or facing, is secured invisibly with small slanted stitches.

Stitching twill tape along a lapel's roll line to stabilize it and control the exact point and angle at which the lapel folds back.

Stitching stay tape around an armhole seam in a tailored jacket to prevent the armhole from stretching during construction and wear.