Inside the Iraivi Atelier

Stage 14 — 03 — Cutting & Construction

Precision Cutting of Silk Panels

Silk panels are hand-cut with tailor shears along chalked guidelines, leaving generous side seam margins for future body adjustments.

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Atelier Archival Visual Workshop documentation in production

Atelier Archival Visual Workshop documentation in production

Stage 15 — 03 — Cutting & Construction

Soft Cotton Lining Attachment

A layer of breathable cotton lining is basted inside the blouse body to keep the inside soft, absorb perspiration, and protect your skin.

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Stage 16 — 03 — Cutting & Construction

Armhole Shaping & Comfortable Fit

Armhole curves are shaped to your measurements to avoid the pinching or gaping that often occurs with standard factory-made blouses.

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Atelier Archival Visual Workshop documentation in production

Atelier Archival Visual Workshop documentation in production

Stage 17 — 03 — Cutting & Construction

Princess Seam Contouring

For modern silhouettes, princess seams are curved gently over the bust line to provide a sculpted shape without bulk.

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Stage 18 — 03 — Cutting & Construction

Smooth Seam Finishing & Edge Binding

Interior seams are neatly enclosed and bound with soft bias tape so no raw edges or scratchy threads touch your skin during wear.

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Atelier Archival Visual Workshop documentation in production

Atelier Archival Visual Workshop documentation in production

Stage 19 — 03 — Cutting & Construction

Hook Placket Reinforcement & Shoulder Stays

Strong cotton plackets are hand-stitched with durable hooks and eyes, along with discreet snap buttons to hold inner wear straps neatly in place.

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