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Mission Impossible 3

purelook

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Hi,

I have a 3-button jacket and I after I had it shortened a little I would like to move the buttons up by an inch or 3/4 of an inch. Problem is these are working buttons with button-holes. Is it possible?

Thanks
 

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Are you talking about the sleeves? They can be raised from the armholes, but it is a costly and difficult alteration, especially if it is a well-made coat. Find the best tailor you can, and ask him what you can expect.
 

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Without some drastic reconstruction that will cost more than a new suit and ruin the balance in a variety of areas, no.
 

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Thanks. I also thought it might require changing the whole front piece, which is not worth it.
 

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