username79
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Apr 1, 2007
- Messages
- 2,102
- Reaction score
- 15
Just watch TV or a movie. Great fits, usually.
-
Hi, I am the owner and main administrator of Styleforum. If you find the forum useful and fun, please help support it by buying through the posted links on the forum. Our main, very popular sales thread, where the latest and best sales are listed, are posted HERE
Purchases made through some of our links earns a commission for the forum and allows us to do the work of maintaining and improving it. Finally, thanks for being a part of this community. We realize that there are many choices today on the internet, and we have all of you to thank for making Styleforum the foremost destination for discussions of menswear. -
This site contains affiliate links for which Styleforum may be compensated.
-
STYLE. COMMUNITY. GREAT CLOTHING.
Bored of counting likes on social networks? At Styleforum, you’ll find rousing discussions that go beyond strings of emojis.
Click Here to join Styleforum's thousands of style enthusiasts today!
Styleforum is supported in part by commission earning affiliate links sitewide. Please support us by using them. You may learn more here.
Post pictures of a *properly* fitting dress shirt!
- Thread starter Ligament
- Start date
- Watchers 7
TintinATL
Senior Member
- Joined
- Feb 2, 2008
- Messages
- 426
- Reaction score
- 7
Any chance the original photo could be reposted? it's long gone, but I would be interested to see it!
Also, is darting more or less expensive than taking in at the sides? It seems to me like it would be less work...
Also, is darting more or less expensive than taking in at the sides? It seems to me like it would be less work...
This is a properly fitting shirt, posted without iammatt's permission but I'm cazy like that. Notice with his arms almsot extended there is very little excess fabric in the sleeves. The cuff end right at the beginning on the hand. The armhole begins a bit higher on the shoulder then some may like, but I like this style. Chest, waist, very little excess fabric yet nt constricting either. I like my shirts a smidgen tighter at the chest and waist, but those are just preferences. The most important thing to me, is no excess fabric sticking out of the waist of the pants. Clean all around the belt line. I wouldn't wear an open collar shirt, I only wear button down collar shirts in that casual manner, but matt is very street and he can get away with it. There is no such thing as a "perfect" shirt as everyone has individual preferences as to fit and what have you but if your shirts can look like this all the time, you've done well.Originally Posted by edmorel
BBRex
Senior Member
- Joined
- May 19, 2008
- Messages
- 124
- Reaction score
- 0
I have a couple of shirts that need to be taken in, so I called around. The places I talked to wanted $15 to $20 to take in the sides, another $15 if I wanted darts. They didn't mention the sleeves. Anyone think that sounds a bit high?
LawrenceUK
Active Member
- Joined
- Apr 15, 2008
- Messages
- 42
- Reaction score
- 0
you all seem to be getting great deals on alterations - you guys your side of the pond must be using mexicans no??????
Here in the UK it cost me £18.50 for shirt slimming, thats $37.
Here in the UK it cost me £18.50 for shirt slimming, thats $37.
adamsnez
Senior Member
- Joined
- Jun 11, 2008
- Messages
- 249
- Reaction score
- 0
BBRex, too much money. a poll was done recently about alteration charges.
"I don't think you can take in a shirt at the sides without including the sleeve."
Sure you can. The tailor will just angle the seem in a slanted --> \\ shape and not run it straight up.
Not saying to do this, but you most certainly *can* without touching the armhole.
"I don't think you can take in a shirt at the sides without including the sleeve."
Sure you can. The tailor will just angle the seem in a slanted --> \\ shape and not run it straight up.
Not saying to do this, but you most certainly *can* without touching the armhole.
VINSON
Well-Known Member
- Joined
- Jun 4, 2008
- Messages
- 57
- Reaction score
- 0
Is this shirt considered well-fitting? In the Streetwear section it was agreed to be too loose. The arms could be slimmed down a bit, but I would be worried about flexing. It is MTM Ascot Chang Unfortunately they didn't have darts as an option for me. Front:
Back
There is something wrong with the back. Maybe I need darts?
- Joined
- Feb 11, 2007
- Messages
- 26,710
- Reaction score
- 9,853
I don't know if it's 'proper', but this is how I like my shirts to fit:
(Excuse the left sleeve, which is caught on my watch)
Getting a slim fit is a small challenge. It's much harder and rarer to get a good shape. I hate it when fabric bunches unevenly and pulls at the waist, or when odd bits of excess flap over the waistband. A nicely shaped shirt that is neither too loose nor too tight--and in the right places--will look relaxed and tidy at the same time.
(Excuse the left sleeve, which is caught on my watch)
Getting a slim fit is a small challenge. It's much harder and rarer to get a good shape. I hate it when fabric bunches unevenly and pulls at the waist, or when odd bits of excess flap over the waistband. A nicely shaped shirt that is neither too loose nor too tight--and in the right places--will look relaxed and tidy at the same time.
VINSON
Well-Known Member
- Joined
- Jun 4, 2008
- Messages
- 57
- Reaction score
- 0
mafoofan:
Very nice shirt.
Do you have any side pictures?
I am wondering why my shirt isn't as perfect as yours (well, besides the fact that it cost as much as all 8 of my shirts).
I know I have too much excess fabric in the lower back.
and it looks like around the part where you tuck it in, my shirt has extra material on the sides so it doesn't tuck as neatly.
I'm very curious about the arms though.
Very nice shirt.
Do you have any side pictures?
I am wondering why my shirt isn't as perfect as yours (well, besides the fact that it cost as much as all 8 of my shirts).
I know I have too much excess fabric in the lower back.
and it looks like around the part where you tuck it in, my shirt has extra material on the sides so it doesn't tuck as neatly.
I'm very curious about the arms though.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
-
LuxeSwap Auction - Vintage Antique United States Naval Navy Denim Deck Jacket
A piece for denim heads, vintage collectors, streetwear enthusiasts and menswear enthusiasts alike, this extremely rare early US Naval issued deck jacket in raw denim is not likely to ever show up at auction again anytime soon. A Haleys Comet of menswear items, offered at auction at a $9.99 starting bid with no reserve.
-
Nicks Boots - Wickett & Craig English Bridle Veg Tan Leather - $759
These boots are made from 6.5 oz Wickett & Craig English Bridle Leather. This tannery has been making leather the old fashioned way since 1867. Each side can take about six weeks to produce, making it a significantly longer production time than most leather on the market.
-
Besnard - Made to Order Trousers - $351 Design your ideal pair of trousers by selecting a fabric, deciding between single or double pleats, choosing a zip or button fly, and opting for side adjusters or belt loops.
Similar threads
