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TAILOR’S CORNER IN SEARCH OF THE PERFECT FIT
A CUSTOM
FIT FROM
AN OFF-THE-
RACK SUIT?
JUST ASK
YOUR TAILOR.
While it’s a wonderful luxury to have a
completely custom suit made for you
from the bottom up, you can enjoy a
“custom fi t” from any suit we sell, if
you are willing to work with our tailors.
Having a suit you’ve purchased at any
of our stores tailored is a complimentary
service we provide, so why not try it?
Our tailors are up-to-date on the latest
styles, cuts and fi ts, which they execute
with an old-world commitment to the
craft that we believe is second to none.
Following are some guidelines on what
to work on when “customizing” your suit!
KEY AREAS TO FOCUS ON WHEN WORKING WITH YOUR TAILOR:
JACKET
Shoulders If the shoulder doesn’t fit right,
you shouldn’t be buying the suit. It is the first
measure of a well-fitting suit. Today’s shoulder
should be fitted, not too bulky and not too tight.
Lapels Today, lapels are a bit narrower and they
should always lay flat. Have the tailor make sure
they meet the tips of your shirt collar.
Waist If you have broad shoulders and a
narrow waist, a suit will be more flattering if
you have the waist taken in, which may involve
adding darts.
Sleeves Your suit sleeve should be a bit shorter
than it used to be, not below your wrist. Have
it shortened so that about half an inch of shirt
sleeve shows.
Jacket Length The jacket should fall so that the
bottom hits the tip of your thumb.
PANTS
Leg Width Pant legs should not be baggy nor
should they be so tight they’re constrictive. For
a slimmer silhouette, discuss taking the leg in if
you think it’s too loose.
Leg Break Some men prefer no break at all, but
many feel this makes the pant feel a bit too short.
Most prefer a slight break so that the pant rests
on the top of the shoe.