Question regarding alterations/let out vs. take in

[Oksu]

I have the option to purchase shorts in either size 30 or size 36, with a 9 inch inseam. I would love to be able to add these shorts as something of a novelty (seersucker and embroidered, to be worn at a Clemson/UNC game that I will be attending this September), however I am a size 32 and neither of the available options is optimal for me. I am concerned that it will not be possible to let out two inches at the waist given the material, and that even if it is, it will structurally weaken the shorts to the point that they will not last as they should. However, taking the waist in four inches seems extreme, and I am worried that doing so could mess up spacing between embroidered logos.

I apologize for the fresh thread and I am not positive that Classic is the appropriate forum for this query, but I would greatly appreciate any advice.

PS: Advice not to buy the shorts at all also appreciated - I am not much for novelties ordinarily, but this just seemed fun.

Shorts below: http://www.penningtonandbailes.com/clemson-seersuckers-4101.html

 

[GBR]

The alteration cannot be done satisfactorily as you surmise, forget it.