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Loro Piana - Brooks Brothers Overcoat - Too Tight

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Hi everyone. I have a cashmere Loro Piana Brooks Brothers Overcoat that I believe is one size too small. It's a 40 and I'm a 42 suit now. I'm going to try it on tonight.

2 Questions:

1) Can it be let out?

2) Can I realistically lose weight in my shoulders, back, and chest? I've gained maybe 15 lbs. I'm 5'9", 185 lbs.

Thank you.
 

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Hi everyone. I have a cashmere Loro Piana Brooks Brothers Overcoat that I believe is one size too small. It's a 40 and I'm a 42 suit now. I'm going to try it on tonight.

2 Questions:

1) Can it be let out?

2) Can I realistically lose weight in my shoulders, back, and chest? I've gained maybe 15 lbs. I'm 5'9", 185 lbs.

Thank you.
 

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Depending on the type of coat, it can be let out.
I have an old coat, but not worn much since I moved to CA.
It is a Balmacaan and was successfully let out from 42 to around 44.

As for weight loss, I lost about 12 lbs. My chest and shoulders are
the same size. My midsection is smaller.
 

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