Joe Vecchiarelli - Keeping America "Fit"! My Life in the TV Studios and in Peoples' Homes

SHOW NOTES:

(1:50) Joe takes us through his early work with his father and his easily found interest in the studios. He talks about entertainment and fashion and how these two industries merged for him.

(3:13) Joe meets Mr. Spock on the set of Star Trek. It’s this meeting that led to Joe’s lifelong career. His courage and moxie led the way…with a little help from his friends!

(9:00) Learn about the beginning and early days of Vecchiarelli Brothers.

(10:40) Joe initially knew nothing about fashion. He tells us about Helen Joseph Armstrong and how she taught him everything he needed to know…tutoring him 2 days a week for 2 years!

(12:00) Joe is approached by the executive producer of Dancing With the Stars to help them with the genesis of the series. 23 seasons later, Joe’s proprietary method for dealing with dancers’ weight loss is still being used!

(15:35) How did Joe begin working at America’s got Talent? He tells you…!

(16:20) Joe explains how he branched out from studio work to providing fit forms for home use. It was one phone call that changed things forever.

(22:20) Joe takes us through the secrets to creating custom body fit forms for home use.

(24:42) Joe tells the story of how he first met and began to work with Dolly Parton. Still one of his most very favorite celebrities. Learn about the big mistake he made when fitting Drew Scott from Property Brothers.

(29:15) What’s a typical day like on the set of Dancing With the Stars and how do they manage more than 300 garments a week. Joe takes behind the scenes for a special look into this perennially popular show. Learn how many crystals are sewn into the garments and the step-by-step process for doing this.

(32:55) What’s the most important thing that sewists need to know abut fitting? It all begins with the center of gravity.

(36:22) What’s next for him...what’s his dream?

(38:06) And finally, what makes him happiest?

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