Ask what each fitting can change before asking how many there are. A measurement appointment, an intermediate fitting and a collection visit should not be counted as three equivalent fit checks.
A basted fitting uses a temporarily assembled garment so changes can be made before permanent construction. Tailoring house De Oost describes the sequence as fitting, dismantling, altering and rebuilding; DUAN publishes separate basted, forward and final stages. (deoost.com)
| Stage | Questions to ask |
|---|---|
| Consultation and measurement | Have purpose, preferences, posture and previous problems been recorded? |
| Basted or other substantive intermediate fitting | What structural decisions remain open? Who authorizes changes? |
| Forward or subsequent fitting | Were the previous issues resolved? Did changes create new problems? |
| Final assessment | Is the garment comfortable, consistent with the brief and ready for acceptance? |
Ask for a short written fitting record after each appointment: issue observed, agreed change, responsible person and next check.
Do not impose a universal fitting count on every customer or production method. Instead, require the tailor to explain why its proposed stages are sufficient for your first commission, your body and your access to follow-up.