Hierarchy view
tailor
Description
Code
7531.5
Description
Tailors design, make or fit, alter, repair tailored, bespoke or hand-made garments from textile fabrics, light leather, fur and other material, or make hats or wigs for men. They produce made-to-measure wearing apparel according to customer's or garment manufacturer's specifications. They are able to read and understand size charts, details surrounding finished measurements, etc.
Scope note
Includes people producing different clothing within their specialisation from design to patternmaking up to sewing and finished custom-made (bespoke) clothes for men. Includes people producing the whole garment or working in a team where each member has a specialism. Excludes dressmaker.
Alternative Labels
alterations expert
alterations sewer
bespoke tailor
cloakmaker
couture alterations dressmaker
couturier
custom dressmaker
custom sewer
custom tailor
dressmaker
dressmaker of men
e-tailor
garment maker
garment worker
outfitter
sartor
seamster
seamstress
suit maker
tailoress
Regulatory Aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:
Skills & Competences
Essential Skills and Competences
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
Skills & Competences
Concept URI
Status
released
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