Posts by cataan

Anyone have knowledge on which is better?  I have a 38 inch jacket which, if half an inch smaller, would fit very well (there are slight ripples across the upper back).  So, to turn it into a 37.5, would a simple center seam...

Try "Wear Nice Fashions" in Hong Kong.  Very high quality custom-made suits.

Let me add: at your price point focus on the product itself, not the name.  You want:   1) 100% wool (if it has some small percent silk or cashmere okay but that will be more expensive) 2) Thread count between 110 and...

JohnVW - ha, yes, Jos Bank is often demeaned in this forum, but it just shows ignorance because for an OTR suit the sig. and sig golds are very good buys when bought on sale.  And I say that even though I own two custom-tailored...

You probably know this but just to make sure -- never button both buttons of a two-button suit.  Button the top one when when standing/walking; leave both unbuttoned when sitting.  For alterations to the pants, get cuffs and...

Slim fit?  5'8", neck 16.5, weight 200 pounds is not slim.  You are the perfect build for Jos Bank Signature suits.  Keep in mind that as far as jacket length is concerned you have two issues:  how does the length...

You might first consider trying on different brand suits without any intention of buying.  Compare how they fit without alterations.  The better the fit the fewer alterations needed and the better the suit will look. ...

Is the rippling caused by a chest size that is too large?

These pics are very representative of what I mean, though they are not pics of me:      

I've noticed that on every suit I have, the back of the jacket just under the lower portion of the armhole (where the latissimus dorsi is located for those who know anatomy), when I stand straight with arms at side, has a ripple. ...