Analysts, Author at Bucco Couture -Custom clothing of distinction- custom suits in NY NJ PA

Pros & Cons of Measurement Apps Versus getting measured by a Professional

Technological background:

Technology has taken rapid strides ever since the first online store for clothing emerged on the web in 1995. Back then it was only shopping convenience—a click of the button at the comfort of the home or office. Still nothing could sway the gentlemen who wanted the best of the best, be it custom tailored shirts, pants, jackets or bespoke suits. Beginning in the 2010’s, the rise of AR (Augmented Reality) and VR (Virtual Reality) technology transformed the way tailoring was done. AR and VR apps provided an intuitive way to measure the correct fitting for any outfit, whether ‘off-the-shelf’ or bespoke, right from the customer’s smartphone…easier done than said!

Virtual fitting measurement apps capture a user’s tailoring measurement in a matter of a few seconds. Fully customizable, they allow the user to choose the fabric used, collar, length, button placement, pattern and length. The customization aspects including key measurement data apply for men and women of any weight, height or silhouette-type. The highlight of most measurement apps is the integration of an intuitive User Interface (UI) which enables you to choose any style feature you want such as Collars, Cuffs, Lapels, Plackets, Fits and more.

Pros & Cons of Measurement Apps:

# During the measurement process, selecting the fabric with a measurement app is a breeze. One can select the fabric variation, in addition to structures, checks and stripes. The fabric selected and the final visualization of the tailored construction can be instantly viewed on the app. All said and done, when it comes to the selection of the fabric, experience will tell you that bespoke tailors, due to their direct connection with fabric manufacturers and suppliers, can readily understand the finesse and utility of the fabric material, and recommend the optimal solution.

# Measurement apps are built to provide a tailored fit just with the click of a button. You can pick between regular, slim, relaxed or even loose fitting, as well as select your shirt length, depending on whether you tuck or untuck your shirts—all these and more. A tailoring professional, on the other hand, may rely on 100% perfect fit from every angle and crevice, agreed, the process is a tad time-consuming. By definition, a bespoke fit is tailored to exact the measurement specifications.

# Customization is another key feature of most measurement apps. It ensures custom fit without getting yourself measured every time. And also the margin for error is very small, considering its automation capabilities. A tailoring professional is again your best friend when it comes to customization. Fine and minute tailoring adjustments can be easily identified by traditional methods. With a bespoke tailor, you’ll feel more confident than ever!

Though the pros of using a measurement app may outweigh its cons, remember that many a measurement processes are automated, based on historical trends and already available data fed into the system, which also explains why a measurement app cannot alternate professional measurement process.