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Shoulder Clearance

Limniscate

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How much shoulder clearance do you need in a suit versus your actual shoulder measurement? I'm looking at a suit that has 17" shoulders, and my shoulders measure 16.75". Will the suit fit too tightly?
 

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Originally Posted by Limniscate
How much shoulder clearance do you need in a suit versus your actual shoulder measurement? I'm looking at a suit that has 17" shoulders, and my shoulders measure 16.75". Will the suit fit too tightly?
Yes. You need to find a jacket that fits you well and measure it. I only opened this thread to look for a deal on pork shoulder.
 

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It depends on the design of the jacket.
 

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