Suit Alterations: What a Tailor Can (& Can't) Do

Need a suit to fit better? Find out what your tailor can and can’t alter in your suit here: https://gentl.mn/suit-alterations

#SuitAlterations #Tailoring #NotSponsored

GUIDES YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS:
→Vintage Menswear: 25 Tips & Tricks for Thrift Store Shopping: https://gentl.mn/2zAlShp
→Top 7 Tailoring Tips for Menswear – Advice on Alterations: https://gentl.mn/3e4bAox
→The Anatomy of a Suit Jacket: A Comprehensive Vocabulary: https://gentl.mn/30O0rED
→How A Suit Should Fit: https://gentl.mn/37B3LnV
→Should You Wear High-Waisted Pants?: https://gentl.mn/3e7sdzN
→Suit Jackets, Sport Coats, and Blazers: What’s the Difference?: https://gentl.mn/3hx2jre
→How To Wear Suits As A Young Man With Style – Interview with Ethan Wong: https://gentl.mn/2YB56XY
→Sleeve Length Guide for Suits, Jackets, and Shirts: https://gentl.mn/2CbeXvZ
→How Pants Should Fit: https://gentl.mn/37x2UEG
→Features of a Pair of Pants: https://gentl.mn/37yMtYQ

VIDEO CREDITS:
-Original article: Dr. Christopher Lee
- Script: Ana Liza Banaynal & Preston Schlueter
- Camera: Chris Dummer
- Editing: Jonathan Oster

SHOP THE VIDEO:
1.Butcher Blue Jacquard Woven Tie: https://gentl.mn/30Gs7eJ
2. Burgundy Silk-Wool Pocket Square with Paisley: https://gentl.mn/3d3Cmfu
3. Burgundy Mini Carnation Silk Boutonniere: https://gentl.mn/3hz8Ba6
4. Eagle Claw Cufflinks with Carnelian Balls: https://gentl.mn/2N0r558
5. Shadow Stripe Ribbed Socks Navy Blue and Red Fil d’Ecosse Cotton: https://gentl.mn/2UJWnBs
—————————————————————————-
Want to stay updated? Sign up here for free:
→ https://gentl.mn/newsletter-and-ebook
Want to see more videos? Subscribe to our channel!
→ https://gentl.mn/youtube
Become a part of the Gentleman’s Gazette community - support us on Patreon!
→https://gentl.mn/patron
——————————————————————————-
Gentleman’s Gazette
https://www.gentlemansgazette.com/
http://gentl.mn/shop-fort-belvedere
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gentlemansgazette
———————————————————————————-
You’re at a thrift shop and see a vintage Armani suit you love, but the shoulders are too wide. Should you buy it? In situations like these, the difference between getting a steal and wasting your money depends on whether your tailor can complete the required alterations to make the item fit you well. Before pulling the trigger on something that needs considerable alteration, check out our list of things a tailor can and cannot do to get a menswear garment to fit.

0:00 Introduction
01:08 How many sizes larger or smaller can you go?
03:49 Changing the Width of Shoulders - NO
04:15 Changing the Pad Level of Shoulders - MAYBE
05:36 Changing the Collar - MAYBE
06:31 Narrowing, Lengthening and Shortening Sleeves - YES
08:50 Putting on Buttons - YES
09:50 Fixing Shoulder Divots - MAYBE
10:42 Changing the Button Profile - NO
11:30 Changing the Lapels - MOSTLY NO
13:21 Reshaping the Quarters of a Jacket - NO
14:08 Shortening the Jacket - MAYBE
14:42 Changing the Vent Openings on the Back - MAYBE
15:34 Hems, Cuffs and Leg Length on Pants - YES
16:25 Tapering and Decreasing Leg Width - YES
16:52 Adding to and Subtracting from the Waist - YES

There are many different alterations that are possible when you examine the components of a suit. Understanding the anatomy of a pair of pants or a tailored jacket will also make you aware of what can and cannot be done. Study the garments you own–look at the seams for allowances, check for previous work, and get a sense of its structure. Then weigh the advice above against your love for the item. You can then decide whether it’s something you are willing to invest in or if you would just prefer to buy something new (or vintage!).

Are there any alterations that we’ve missed? Have you tried any of these? Share it with us in the comment section!