heldentenor
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Here's my first ever MTM commission--a green shetland tweed from Abraham Moon. I still wear it often (I'm wearing it today), and think that it represents a pretty good illustration of some of the virtues and limitations of MTM.
I got a fabric I really wanted at a time when green tweed sportcoats were rare, details I chose, and a fit that "works." But this jacket was cut just a bit too big for me, I think, in order to give a margin for movement and avoid pulling or tightness. As a result, the front felt and looked great, but the back was pretty sloppy due to excess fabric. A substantial amount had to be spent on altering this through the armholes on both sides, and the result, as you can see, is decent but not on par with the best in my closet.
Those with more experience: any thoughts?
I got a fabric I really wanted at a time when green tweed sportcoats were rare, details I chose, and a fit that "works." But this jacket was cut just a bit too big for me, I think, in order to give a margin for movement and avoid pulling or tightness. As a result, the front felt and looked great, but the back was pretty sloppy due to excess fabric. A substantial amount had to be spent on altering this through the armholes on both sides, and the result, as you can see, is decent but not on par with the best in my closet.
Those with more experience: any thoughts?