A Different Approach to Design
How We Design
ABOUT
As a 5'2 woman over the age of 40, I wanted to create clothing made to fit women of different ages and sizes. I create thoughtful designs that focus on solving “fit issues” that most women face. Allison Izu is different because we design using different body types to fit our styles, to ensure they will work for our unique shapes.
"Fit Issues" that we consider in our designs:
Problem Areas
- Clothes that cling too tightly to your midsection
- Pants that feel too tight on wider hips and thighs
- Tops that are too tight on your back and arms
Fit Patterns
Most designers start with a basic fit pattern with unrealistic proportions and a younger fit model. Grade rules our sizing. We fit our styles on different body sizes, to ensure a proper grade (growth) between each size). We design generous fits (not skin-tight or clingy) making for a comfortable style no matter what your fit issue is.
We created our fit patterns, designed specifically for women 5'6" and shorter. We start with a fit pattern, that has details like:
- shorter proportions (waist-hip-crotch)
- higher knee breaks
- curved knee breaks
- flattering thigh curves
- shorter inseams
Our Fabrics
We look for high-quality, comfortable, and easy-to-move-in fabrics. Sourced in the United States.