Weight loss and trousers, shirts, jackets...

[TheForeigner]

Dear all,

I apologize if this has been discussed to death already...

I’ve lost around 15 kilo (around 33 pounds?) since January. As a result some of stuff looks way better on me, but other things, especially my favorite shirts look a bit too baggy and I really love a couple of those shirts...

I’m sure a tailor can take dress pants in some, and probably some adequate alterations can be made to suit jackets and sports coats too? Or not? I’ve been a 52 for as long as I can remember, but this week I picked up a blazer and the salesperson said I’m definitely a 50. And the blazer fit perfectly. But what about shirts — I’m worried about the result if I take them to the tailor. Anyone have experience taking in shirts?

Thanks in advance

 

[Veremund]

Your shirts can easily and affordable be taken in by having your local tailor put darts in the back. I do it often.