Posts by Millerp

It's easier to add darts than open the shirt seams at the sides and narrow the shirt. You might want to ask another tailor.

Quote:Originally Posted by sding Beginner here.  Would a great tailor consider him/herself above such minor work (and just minor work) like hemming or is it all appreciated?   An alterations tailor should and will do all...

He will guide you, but wear your best fitting suit when you meet with him and tell him what you like and don't like about the style and fit.

Quote:Originally Posted by Grenadier As a first year associate you should rarely, if ever, wear cuff links. Also, at many large NYC law firms, lawyers do not even wear ties. So showing up with a wide cutaway collar, bvlgari tie,...

It happens more often with pleated pants because there is more material to billow out. The effect is eliminated somewhat with tighter low rise flat front pants, but at the risk of comfort.

With a budget of $1,000, you could certainly get a decent MTM suit from a known retailer in Canada. Why risk the unknown in SE Asia?

Quote:Originally Posted by uniesse It will look sensational. +1

The beauty of bespoke is that you can specify anything you want. There's absolutely no reason not to get the coat you describe.

The length of the shirt is about right for a shirt that is to be worn tucked and a bit long for a shirt that is to be worn untucked. The sleeves could be a half inch longer. The shirt as you say is obviously too tight. From the...

I'd ask her what she is going to do to decrease the rise. Lowering the rise from the top would be a big (and skilled) operation. Removing the waist band. Cutting away the excess material. Reattaching the waistband. Undoing and ...