How to Measure a Jacket: Center Back Length

Lay the jacket face down. Pop the collar such that the melton (felt) is visible beneath the collar. Starting from the intersection of the back, collar and center back seam, measure down along the center back seam to the bottom hem of the jacket.

Where on a suit jacket to measure the center back length
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