In this guide, I introduce drafting both straight and curved waistbands for skirts.

I explain the importance of choosing the right waistband type based on where the skirt sits on the body, emphasizing that curved waistbands are suitable for dropped waists while straight waistbands work best for skirts sitting at the natural waistline.

I also discuss the appropriate width for waistbands and how body shape can influence the choice of waistband style.

Steps for drafting waistbands:

1. Determine if your skirt sits at the natural waistline or has a dropped waist.
2. Choose between a straight or curved waistband based on the skirt’s waist position.
3. For straight waistbands:
   — Use when the skirt sits at the natural waistline
   — Keep width between 2.5 to 8 centimeters for best results
4. For curved waistbands:
   — Use when the skirt has a dropped waist
   — Shape the waistband to follow the curve of the lower waist
5. Consider body shape when deciding on waistband width, especially for waistbands sitting above the natural waistline.