Women's Clothing Alteration Worker

ふじんふくほせいがかり

Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A profession that adjusts the size and design of women's clothing to fit the customer's body shape, optimizing wearability and silhouette.

Description

Women's clothing alteration workers adjust the size and design of ready-to-wear or custom-made garments according to customers' body shapes and requests. Through body measurements, basting, fittings, unpicking tasks, machine sewing, and hand finishing, they enhance both comfort and appearance. The role involves customer service in stores or workshops, requiring meticulous listening skills and advanced sewing techniques.

Future Outlook

With the diversification of the apparel market and expansion of e-commerce usage, demand for ready-to-wear alterations remains stable, with new developments such as remote alteration services expected.

Personality Traits

Dexterous Hands, Good at Detailed Work / Good Interpersonal Skills / Polite and Courteous

Work Style

Contract Employee / Freelance / Made-to-Order / Store Work

Career Path

Clothing Tailor Artisan → Apparel Factory Technician → Store Manager → Freelance Alteration Technician

Required Skills

Fitting / Fray Repair and Finishing Technique / Hand Sewing Technique / Pattern Design Correction / Sewing Machine Operation

Recommended Skills

Communication Skills (English Customer Service) / Draping (Advanced) / Fashion CAD (Operation)

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because it requires detailed sewing work and precise finishing.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Mainly basic dimension calculations, no need for advanced mathematical analysis.
Collaboration & Teamwork Mainly individual work, so less teamwork required.

Related Qualifications

  • Clothing Making Skills Proficiency (National Qualification)

Aliases

  • Clothing Alteration Technician
  • Ready-to-Wear Clothing Alteration Staff

Related Jobs

  • Apparel Staff
  • Clothing Tailor Artisan
  • Sewing and Garment Worker

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