Vera Lynn

Mum worked for a London dressmaker before she married. When she was forced to give up work after her marriage, she carried on dressmaking for people at home.

British Musician

Christian Dior

In a machine age, dressmaking is one of the last refuges of the human, the personal, the inimitable.

French Designer

Judith Durham

If I ever have to return to dressmaking I still have that possibility.

Australian Musician

Dressmaking involves creativity, not just technical skill in sewing clothes.

Creative Process

Dressmaking can refer to creating special garments such as wedding dresses, not just everyday clothes.

Beyond Everyday

Dressmaking can carry cultural significance, often involving traditional techniques or styles.

Tradition & Culture

 Why are you so passionate?" She said, "Oh Gayle, this is actually my third business. My first business was a dressmaking business I started under the Taliban. And that was actually an excellent business, because we provided jobs for women all around our neighborhood.