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

[von Rothbart]

Originally Posted by zjpj83

Sure thing, will try to take pics tomorrow

And post the before and after pictures side-by-side. Which tailor did you take the suit to alter?

 

[kolecho]

Can't really tell if the jacket is too long unless you have a full length shot that shows the shoes also. The thumb rule does not work IMO. Use the eyes.

 

[zjpj83]

Originally Posted by von Rothbart

And post the before and after pictures side-by-side. Which tailor did you take the suit to alter?
Peppino

 

[Frittata]

Originally Posted by zjpj83

Hi, I feel like this jacket is a bit too long? Would you guys shorten it? I'd say it falls about an inch below my bum, and I tend to like jackets to fall flush with my posterior. I don't know though - what do you think?

Any other adjustments (other than sleeves?) Widen shoulders?

Advice appreciated.

Thanks

 

[zjpj83]

Here it is, folks

 

[mussel]

Looks great, Z. Although it looks equally fine at the original length. How much did you have the length shortened?

 

[zjpj83]

Originally Posted by mussel

Looks great, Z. Although it looks equally fine at the original length. How much did you have the length shortened?
I believe they took off about an inch

 

[Baron]

I think it's perfect now. Beautiful suit.

 

[King Francis]

Looks great now. Seems that right shoulder/armscye problem was resolved as well. Good on you, mate.

 

[Kasper]

Would it be possible to lenghten the lapels?

 

[Windsurf]

I think the suit looks much better now that it has been shortened. I am surprised at how much the tie and pocket square makes the pattern stand out. The difference in the two pictures is remarkable.

The only question I have is on the length of the left sleeve. I can't tell if it is a tad too short or if it is cut on an angle but to my eye it stands out just a little.

 

[The_Foxx]

suit looks great-- i think the length is better after the alterations. great choice on the suit! pants bottoms actually look pretty good.....again, i'm still torn about whether to consider a borrelli suit, because of the narrow trouser bottoms, but yours looks sharp.

 

[Kasper]

I just noticed that the bottom front doesn't have the original shape. It looks square to me.

 

[zjpj83]

Kasper - yes, they clearly reshaped with the shortening, but the picture makes it look more square than it is.

I agree that the sleeves are short, but I honestly prefer sleeves to be what most would consider "too short." I asked for it.

 

[itsstillmatt]

Originally Posted by zjpj83

Kasper - yes, they clearly reshaped with the shortening, but the picture makes it look more square than it is. I agree that the sleeves are short, but I honestly prefer sleeves to be what most would consider "too short." I asked for it.
I am with you on the sleeve length and hink that the suit looks great. With soft shoulders sleeve length is tricky because you dont havea rigid structure to hang them from. Well done.