{"id":3588,"date":"2023-05-13T15:39:27","date_gmt":"2023-05-13T19:39:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/propercloth.com\/reference\/?p=3588"},"modified":"2026-10-16T14:45:56","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T18:45:56","slug":"how-much-can-alter-a-jacket-how-much-can-a-tailor-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propercloth.com\/reference\/how-much-can-alter-a-jacket-how-much-can-a-tailor-do\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Can Your Garment Be Altered by a Tailor?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re deciding whether or not to alter a jacket or a pair of pants, it’s good to recognize limitations; your local tailor is a great option for small alterations, but trying to do too much lead to a garment coming out looking off. Overall, a garment should fit so the fabric creates a silhouette that highlights and flatters the wearer\u2019s physique with clean, sharp lines. Below is a guide to the amount of tailoring we recommend for each dimension of our garments, up to which the structure and proportions of each garment will not be noticeably or negatively affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Altering a Jacket<\/h2>\n

Sleeve Width<\/h3>\n

The sleeve width is one of the easiest <\/span>dimensions<\/span> to <\/span>alter<\/span>.<\/span> We recommend your sleeves have a slim fit but still allow enough room for mobility<\/span>, however it\u2019s<\/span> normal to have less range of motion when wearing a jacket than <\/span>you do <\/span>without one. \u00a0The sleeve width<\/span> of Proper Cloth jackets<\/span> can be taken out<\/span> (widened)<\/span> by 0.25\u201d<\/span> (0.5\u201d<\/span> in <\/span>total<\/span>) at the most. It can be taken in<\/span> (tightened)<\/span> by 0.5\u201d<\/span> (1\u201d<\/span> in circumference). B<\/span>ear<\/span> in mind that 0.25\u201d goes a long way with this dimension.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sleeve Length<\/h3>\n

Generally speaking, your jacket sleeve length should <\/span>be<\/span> 0.25\u201d-0.5\u201d <\/span>shorter than y<\/span>our dress shirt sleeve<\/span> (which<\/span> should reach just beyond the wrist bone). The end of your jacket sleeve should <\/span>stop<\/span> at<\/span> the wrist bone. The sleeves o<\/span>f<\/span> our jackets can be lengthened or shortened by 0.5\u201d. <\/span>N<\/span>ote that the buttons on our jacket sleeves are functional<\/span>, and significant shortening in particular may interfere with the buttons and button holes<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chest Width<\/h3>\n

A good<\/span> fit in the chest of a tailored jacket is important<\/span> for both comfort and appearance<\/span>. If <\/span>it\u2019s too tight,<\/span> the lapels <\/span>will<\/span> bend<\/span> outward and create a gap between the jacket and the wearer\u2019s chest\u2014not a great look<\/span>. The Chest Width can be increased by about 0<\/span>.4<\/span>\u201d, for a total of <\/span>0.8<\/span>\u201d in added circumference in the chest of the jacket<\/span>, and<\/span> reduced by up to 1\u201d<\/span> (a<\/span> 2\u201d total reduction in circumference) without affecting the structure or proportions of the jacket noticeably.<\/span><\/p>\n

Midsection Width<\/h3>\n

The Midsection Width should drape <\/span>cleanly<\/span> across the <\/span>abdomen<\/span> and hips, with a <\/span>slight<\/span> taper down from the chest. If <\/span>the<\/span> M<\/span>idsection <\/span>W<\/span>idth is too tight<\/span>,<\/span> tension lines <\/span>will form and radiate outward from<\/span> the buttons a<\/span>s well as<\/span> across the lower back. If you decide to alter a jacket in this area, our garments can be taken out <\/span>by<\/span> 0<\/span>.4<\/span>\u201d, for a total of <\/span>0.8<\/span>\u201d in added circumference<\/span>,<\/span> and can be taken in by 1\u201d<\/span> (2\u201d<\/span> in <\/span>total <\/span>circumference).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Center Back Length<\/h3>\n

Th<\/span>e Center Back Length<\/span> cannot be adjusted by a tailor<\/span>, as t<\/span>here is not enough hem material for the jacket to be lengthened properly. I<\/span>n addition, s<\/span>hortening the jacket length can throw off the <\/span>jacket\u2019s overall balance<\/span> by <\/span>bringing<\/span> the pockets and buttons too close to the bottom of the jacket.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As a general rule of thumb, the<\/span> C<\/span>enter <\/span>B<\/span>ack <\/span>L<\/span>ength should reach the base of the seat <\/span>in the rear <\/span>and the base of the fly in the front, <\/span>however <\/span>your personal preference and style <\/span>should also be a consideration<\/span>. Those with a longer torso may opt for a shorter jacket for a <\/span>fit that better balances the<\/span> trousers. Those who prefer a more modern style may want a shorter jacket<\/span> as well<\/span>, as a longer length <\/span>can give the impression of<\/span> a more <\/span>traditional, classic<\/span> fit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Shoulder Width<\/h3>\n

W<\/span>e do<\/span>n\u2019t generally<\/span> recommend having a tailor adjust the <\/span>S<\/span>houlder <\/span>W<\/span>idth of a tailored jacket. It\u2019s a<\/span> complex<\/span> and expensive <\/span>alteration<\/span> that could cost well beyond <\/span>Proper Cloth\u2019s alteration reimbursement allowance<\/u><\/a><\/span>. If th<\/span>is dimension <\/span>requires adjustment, we recommend choosing a different base jacket size or requesting a remake.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The fit of <\/span>the<\/span> shoulders can make or break the overall silhouette of your jacket. <\/span>The<\/span> S<\/span>houlder <\/span>W<\/span>idth should fall just past the ends of your shoulders. If <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> too short, you\u2019ll notice a bump <\/span>at the top of<\/span> the upper sleeve. If <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> too wide, a dent will appear <\/span>at the top of<\/span> the upper sleeve.<\/span><\/p>\n

Deciding Whether or not to Alter a Jacket<\/h3>\n

We offer a perfect fit guarantee because we know we can get it right. You can always request a remake<\/a>, but before you do that or head to the tailor, get in touch with customer service<\/a> for a second pair of eyes.<\/p>\n

Alter Dress Pants<\/h2>\n

While it can be difficult to alter a jacket, making changes to trousers is a bit easier.<\/p>\n

Waist Width<\/h3>\n

Adjusting <\/span>the<\/span> W<\/span>aist <\/span>W<\/span>idth can make a huge difference in the overall comfort of your suit trousers. The waist of your trousers should sit on or just above <\/span>your<\/span> hip bones <\/span>and <\/span>be tight enough to sit there without a belt and loose enough to allow 2-4 fingers to fit easily inside the waistband.<\/span> The <\/span>W<\/span>aist <\/span>W<\/span>idth o<\/span>f<\/span> Proper Cloth<\/span> trousers can be taken out by 0.75\u201d<\/span> (1.5\u201d<\/span> in <\/span>total <\/span>circumference). It can be taken in by 1\u201d<\/span> (2\u201d<\/span> in <\/span>total <\/span>circumference). Any changes to <\/span>this dimension<\/span> will require some changes to the seat<\/span> (Hip<\/span> Width) of the pants <\/span>as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hip Width<\/h3>\n

The <\/span>H<\/span>ip <\/span>W<\/span>idth is also known as the seat. I<\/span>t can be<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>increased a bit, just 0.4″ in width (0.8″ in total circumference), but a remake is likely required for serious adjustments<\/span>. <\/span>You<\/span> can<\/span>, however, reduce the Hip Width significantly more–<\/span>up to 1\u201d<\/span> (2\u201d<\/span> in <\/span>total <\/span>circumference). <\/span>E<\/span>xcess fabric can be taken from the back rise seam in the center<\/span> of the rear<\/span>. The <\/span>H<\/span>ip <\/span>W<\/span>idth can also be taken in from the side seams near the pockets, which can be helpful if adjustments to the thigh width are also required. <\/span>Y<\/span>our trousers should drape cleanly over the hips without interruption between the waist and the thigh. <\/span>T<\/span>ension lines around the fly or the pockets p<\/span>opping open are indicators that the Hip Width is<\/span> too tight<\/span> and may require that you choose a new base size<\/span>.<\/span> The Waist Width will also likely need adjusting if the Hip Width is changing, so make sure to check the fit of that dimension as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

Taper – Thigh Width, Leg Opening Width & Knee Width<\/h3>\n

Y<\/span>our personal style and body type<\/span> will influence the taper of your pant legs, and therefore the measurements that govern it\u2014Thigh Width, Leg Opening Width, and Knee Width<\/span>. T<\/span>hese<\/span> are some<\/span> of the easier <\/span>dimensions to alter<\/span>. <\/span>Keep in mind that your pants should be comfortable<\/span> wh<\/span>en you\u2019re<\/span> standing, <\/span>sitting<\/span>,<\/span> and walking. <\/span>I<\/span>f the <\/span>fabric of the <\/span>lower <\/span>pant <\/span>leg catches on <\/span>your<\/span> calves when <\/span>you\u2019re <\/span>seated and does not return to full length when <\/span>you stand<\/span>, the <\/span>K<\/span>nee <\/span>W<\/span>idth and <\/span>Le<\/span>g <\/span>O<\/span>pening <\/span>W<\/span>idth <\/span>are likely both<\/span> too tight.<\/span> The <\/span>T<\/span>high <\/span>W<\/span>idth, <\/span>L<\/span>eg <\/span>O<\/span>pening <\/span>W<\/span>idth<\/span>,<\/span> and <\/span>K<\/span>nee <\/span>W<\/span>idth can <\/span>each <\/span>be taken out by 0.25\u201d<\/span> (0.5\u201d<\/span> in circumference) and taken in by 1\u201d<\/span> (2\u201d<\/span> in circumference).<\/span><\/p>\n

Inseam<\/h3>\n

Appropriate t<\/span>rouser<\/span> length, or the Inseam, <\/span>depends on the wearer\u2019s preference. Typically, adjusting from a full break to half break, or half break to no break, the <\/span>I<\/span>nseam should be shortened by about 0.5\u201d.<\/span> Our trousers can be lengthened by up to 1\u201d<\/span> and<\/span> shortened by up to 4\u201d.<\/span> Learn more about Pant Break <\/a><\/span>here<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Back Rise & Front Rise<\/h3>\n

Th<\/span>ese dimensions cannot be adjusted by a tailor as they affect too much of the trouser\u2019s basic structure. <\/span>T<\/span>ightness or discomfort in the seat or between the legs indicates the either the Back or Front Rise<\/span> (or<\/span> both) are too short.<\/span> For a <\/span>more traditional<\/span> fit, you should opt for a higher<\/span> (longer)<\/span> rise so that the waistband sits above the hip bones. A more modern fit requires a lower<\/span> (shorter)<\/span> rise that allows the wais<\/span>tband<\/span> to sit just below the hip bones. <\/span>W<\/span>e recommend <\/span>a fit somewhere in the middle<\/span>, such that the waistband sits <\/span>right at<\/span> the hip bones.<\/span><\/p>\n

Final Thoughts on Altering Garments<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The decision to alter a jacket is a big one. For some additional advice, check out this post from the Gentleman’s Gazette<\/a>. If you’re feeling stuck, the best thing to do is to schedule a virtual appointment<\/a> to discuss your garments.<\/p>\n\n\n

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