New Borrelli suit - does it need shortening? (pics)

[A Harris]

Please keep in mind that depending on the placement of the pockets, shortening the jacket could ruin it permanently...

 

[Soph]

Originally Posted by A Harris

Please keep in mind that depending on the placement of the pockets, shortening the jacket could ruin it permanently...

Agreed.

 

[texas_jack]

Originally Posted by pkincy

I happen to like this length. But that is just me. I am fairly tall and used to be thin.....

so a longer coat is what I have always preferred.

I do know have some jackets that fall right at my bum and to me they look to short although I know they are not. Why don't you get it tailored in the sleeve length and wear it a bit before you decide.

Perry

+1

 

[Zubberah]

I also think the length is fine...but sleeves need shortening!

 

[Artisan Fan]

I don't think the jacket needs shortening.

 

[zjpj83]

Well, I'm having it shortened about 1 inch. Will post pics when it's complete. Since they are not flap pockets, I think that balance issue will be less striking.

 

[Soph]

Originally Posted by philosophe

I agree with Soph that the narrower shoulders look good. Re the overall length, I could go either way. The jacket is fine as it is and would be fine a little shorter. It's all personal preference.

Waist suppression: the narrower shoulder and silo. avoids the corset appearance, or half circles, that can happen with wider shoulder stances and waist suppression.

 

[Dragon]

I like the color and pattern for this suit.

 

[Artisan Fan]

I thought if you can feel the bottom of the jacket after slightly curling your fingers then it's okay...that seems to be the case here.

 

[maomao1980]

I believe the Neapolitan jacket is designed to be shorter (barely covering the posterior), thus I agree on shortening it by about an inch. It would be a more balanced look with the slim trousers.

 

[zjpj83]

Originally Posted by maomao1980

I believe the Neapolitan jacket is designed to be shorter (barely covering the posterior), thus I agree on shortening it by about an inch. It would be a more balanced look with the slim trousers.
Yes, the trousers are really quite slim. I had to let the seat/rise out (unless I wanted everyone to see more than they bargained for)

 

[zjpj83]

Update: I had the rise let out and the jacket shortened. It looks great! Definitely one of my favorite suits.

 

[The_Foxx]

zjp--

how about photos of the finished product? also, could we see a full length shot that includes the trouser bottoms/ shoes?

 

[Soph]

Wear this suit with ankle boots

 

[zjpj83]

Sure thing, will try to take pics tomorrow