{"id":2369,"date":"2023-06-12T14:39:37","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T18:39:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/propercloth.com\/reference\/?p=2369"},"modified":"2025-04-01T14:31:15","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T18:31:15","slug":"how-to-choose-suit-jacket-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propercloth.com\/reference\/how-to-choose-suit-jacket-size\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Proper Cloth Jacket Size"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"How<\/p>\n

How to Choose Your Jacket Size<\/h2>\n

If you’re used to buying a men’s suit<\/a> or sport coat<\/a> from a US retailer, you’ll know that your suit jacket size should roughly translate to your chest circumference as measured in inches. For a slimmer fit, choose a jacket size ~1″ smaller than your<\/span> (<\/span>body measurement) chest circumference<\/a>. For a more relaxed, classic fit, choose the jacket size closest to your actual measured chest circumference.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re not familiar with tailored jacket sizes, use the guide\u00a0below as a reference:<\/p>\n

– If your t-shirt\u00a0size = S, choose jacket\u00a0size = 36<\/p>\n

– If your t-shirt\u00a0size = M, choose jacket\u00a0size = 38<\/p>\n

– If your t-shirt\u00a0size = L, choose jacket\u00a0size = 42<\/p>\n

– If your t-shirt\u00a0size = XL, choose jacket\u00a0size = 44<\/p>\n

Types of Jacket Fit – Slim and Classic<\/h2>\n

Slim<\/strong> is our most popular fit, intended to fit close to the body without being restrictive. The jacket length is slightly cropped in line with modern sensibilities.<\/p>\n

Classic<\/strong> is a more traditionally-minded fit that starts with a broader chest and features more room across all measurements than our Slim fit to achieve more drape and comfort. It also features a longer back length for a timeless appeal. A great choice for those with broader builds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
40 regular<\/th>\nslim fit\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0classic fit<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Shoulder Width<\/td>\n18.3\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n18.8\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chest Width<\/td>\n22.0\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n22.8\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Midsection Width<\/td>\n19.2\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n19.9\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hip Width<\/td>\n20.6\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n20.8\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Center Back Length<\/td>\n29.3\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n29.8\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Left Sleeve Length<\/td>\n24.4\u2033<\/td>\n24.4\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Right Sleeve Length<\/td>\n24.4\u2033<\/td>\n24.4\u2033<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sleeve Bicep Width<\/td>\n7.9\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n8.1\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sleeve Opening Width<\/td>\n5.5\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n5.7\u2033<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Jacket and Sleeve Length – Regular, Short, Tall, and Very Tall<\/h2>\n

Tailored jackets can be ordered in ‘Short’, ‘Regular’, ‘Tall’, and ‘Very Tall’ sizes to accommodate men of all different heights.<\/p>\n