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The Tailors' Thread: Fit Feedback and Alteration Suggestions

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I'm not looking for a classic fit, the best way I can put what I'm looking for is that independent of the style if should be a good fit. I'm going to go ahead and try a 50, I feel that the collar is pushing out at the slightest movement + some slight constriction where my shoulders meet my chest. Also the "wrinkled" sleeves are killing it for me...
 

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I have pants with an extra 2.5 inches under the hem. Is that enough for a 1.5 inch cuff? I would prefer 2 inch but I don’t think that is possible.
 

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I have pants with an extra 2.5 inches under the hem. Is that enough for a 1.5 inch cuff? I would prefer 2 inch but I don’t think that is possible.
No not enough. The fabric is doubled to make a cuff so you need at least 3 inches for a 1.5 inch cuff plus a little more to sew the end of the fabric—let’s say 3.25-3.5”.
 

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All,

I had 2 sport coats made by a local tailor. They are exact same in fit. They are made with extremely light canvas and minimal shoulder pads. Any feedback would be appreciated.

What can we do to clean up the left arm? it doesnt seem to drape properly.
Also, I asked for roominess in the back for movement. Was this a mistake? The back is half lined, which is why it may lot lay as perfectly as it should?
Lastly, he/I made a mistake on the welt pocket on the blue sport coat. It was supposed to be a barchetta however I miscommunicated and he made it straight but at a barchetta angle?... Is it noticeably off?
The shirt I'm wearing has shrunken sleeves so they arent showing properly...


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All,

I had 2 sport coats made by a local tailor. They are exact same in fit. They are made with extremely light canvas and minimal shoulder pads. Any feedback would be appreciated.

What can we do to clean up the left arm? it doesnt seem to drape properly.
Also, I asked for roominess in the back for movement. Was this a mistake? The back is half lined, which is why it may lot lay as perfectly as it should?
Lastly, he/I made a mistake on the welt pocket on the blue sport coat. It was supposed to be a barchetta however I miscommunicated and he made it straight but at a barchetta angle?... Is it noticeably off?
The shirt I'm wearing has shrunken sleeves so they arent showing properly...


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Have you pressed steamed these? They might look like that because they haven't been pressed, just a guess.
 

dukeaw

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Have you pressed steamed these? They might look like that because they haven't been pressed, just a guess.
They came straight from the tailor who I believe should have pressed them. I’ll give them a fresh press and take a look again. Good idea!
 

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This probably sounds like a silly question with an obvious answer, but I know it is often suggested to shorten the back rise to clean up the back of pants. Can I apply the same logic to my measurements before the pants are made (i.e., decrease the back rise measurement a little)? For reference, the measurements I use are 12.5” front and 18” back.
 

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This probably sounds like a silly question with an obvious answer, but I know it is often suggested to shorten the back rise to clean up the back of pants. Can I apply the same logic to my measurements before the pants are made (i.e., decrease the back rise measurement a little)? For reference, the measurements I use are 12.5” front and 18” back.
Anyone? TIA
 

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^ The answer should come from the people making the trouser. You would be surprised of the different approaches to solve fit issues. They made the pattern and should know how to adjust it. Anything told to you here could be misinterpreted or not applied as it is meant.
 

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^ The answer should come from the people making the trouser. You would be surprised of the different approaches to solve fit issues. They made the pattern and should know how to adjust it. Anything told to you here could be misinterpreted or not applied as it is meant.
Fair. Thanks for the response.
 

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Hey all - first time posting in this thread.
Can a tailor easily cleanup the area circled in red? Too much fabric in the hip area. Would taking in the hip seem mess up the pockets? Thanks

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^. This is an uncommon effect. First thing I would check is the lining. It may have shrunk or may have been put in wrong. See if it is tight from the facing across to the vent. If the lining isn’t too small, the alteration is to open the side seams and take in the front only. That should clean it up
 

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thanks @Despos

This is a MTM trial suit which I submitted the measurements myself to my factory. One of the jacket measurements called for a "hip" measurement in which I obviously measured too large. I'll decrease this data point for my next order.
 

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I wouldn't change the measurement until you know what caused this. The same measurement was used for the trouser. Are they too big in the seat? If not, the issue on the jacket has nothing to do with your measurement.
 

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