How to tailor the Double-Breasted Green?

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Apr 28
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Tailoring a double-breasted green suit involves a few key adjustments to ensure it fits perfectly and enhances your overall look. Here’s a guide on how to tailor it:

Check the Fit in the Shoulders

Shoulder Fit: The shoulder seams should align with your natural shoulder line, not drooping or too tight. If the shoulders are too wide or narrow, it requires professional alterations.

Padding: If the suit feels too bulky, you can have the shoulder padding adjusted or reduced for a sleeker look.

Adjust the Chest and Waist

Chest: The suit should drape smoothly over your chest without tightness or bagginess. If it's too loose, it can be taken in at the sides to give you a more tailored, structured appearance.

Waist: Since a double-breasted suit has a lot of structure, it should fit snugly around your waist. If the waist feels too loose, ask your tailor to take it in.

Modify the Jacket Length

Front and Back: The jacket should hit at your hips, or slightly below, but not cover your buttocks entirely. The length can be adjusted by shortening or lengthening the jacket.

Consider Proportions: Double-breasted jackets tend to be more structured, so you’ll want the length to complement your height and body shape.

Sleeve Adjustments

Sleeve Length: The sleeve should end just above the wrist, showing a little bit of your shirt cuffs. The tailor can adjust the length by shortening or lengthening it.

Cuff Width: If the sleeves feel too wide, they can be taken in to create a cleaner, more fitted look.

Trouser Adjustments

Waist: Ensure that the trousers sit comfortably around your waist, not too tight or too loose. If needed, the waist can be adjusted to give you a more snug fit.

Legs: Double-breasted suits often come with pleated trousers, so the fit of the legs should balance the structured jacket. You may need to adjust the hem for the right break and ensure that the trousers don’t bunch up excessively at the ankles.

Tapering: If the trousers feel too wide around the calves, ask for a slight taper to give them a cleaner, more modern fit.

Lapels and Button Placement

Lapels: If the lapels feel too wide or too narrow, they can be adjusted to suit your taste. Ensure the lapels create a balanced proportion with your frame.

Button Adjustments: The positioning of the buttons is crucial in a double-breasted suit. Make sure the buttons align correctly with your body, and the overlap of the jacket isn’t too wide or too narrow. You may also want to consider having the buttons moved to create a more flattering fit.

Vent Placement: Double-breasted suits typically feature a single vent, but if you'd like a different look, you can ask for double vents or no vents at all, depending on your style preference.

Pressing: After alterations, the suit should be properly pressed to remove any wrinkles and give the fabric a crisp, polished look.