Regular-Cut on grain. Most patterns suggest using the lengthwise grain to go around you because it will be more stable. However, with today s fusible interfacing, this is not always necessary. Also, remember that some fabrics have a design or nap that requires the waistband be cut in the same direction as the garment. Contoured or Faced-Shaped to fit at your waist and below.
Contoured waistbands are on the outside of the garment.
Faced waistbands have a facing to the inside of the garment. Decorative Elastic-May be used as a finish in place of a waistband. Casing-May be an extension of the skirt or a separate piece of fabric that encloses the elastic. Regardless of the kind of waistband, it should meet certain standards. Nonwoven or woven interfacing.