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Leather jacket advice for my body type.

TimeToSuitUp

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Hey everyone,

So I've done a bit of research and I'm interested in getting a high quality Aero leather jacket. I can get it tailored to my measurements and even make some customisations, like a pocket here or a zip here etc. I was looking for some advice with this in mind.

I want a style of jacket that would be versatile, so I can wear it to work as well as in a bar and look good. I'm quite a short guy but with a relatively athletic build. My measurements are as follows:
My height is 176cm (about 5 feet 9 inches) tall.
My waist around jeans is 88cm (about 36.5 inches).
My chest is 96cm (38 inches) neutral and 102cm (40 inches) expanded.
My complexion is white with red hair. I'm 25 years of age.

I like the look of the Aero Premier Highwayman (I might change some things like the cuffs, though):
http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/product-detail.php?id=2428

I was also thinking about the Cafe Racer:
http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/product-detail.php?id=62

Any thoughts? In particular, the collar, the colour, the lining, even the back "yoke" I'm not sure about.

Kind regards.
 

mensimageconsultant

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The Cafe Racer's brown color and sleek look should go well with the red hair and body type described.
 

Bullitt

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The Aero Café Racer has a strong taper from shoulders to waist, it won't fit your body type. The Highwayman jacket might fit better. You could email Aero to discuss this.
 

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