Canali Suit 
I have a Canali suit that I purchased a while back but have never really worn as it's too big for me and my body shape has changed. I used to wear 40 R suits non - slim fit. I'm now wearing 38R slim fit suits and they fit perfectly. In fact, I went into Hugo Boss and got to of the slim fit James range suits and don't even need to get the pants taken in and the legs don't need to be taken up or taken down, they're a perfect size.
Anyway, the Canali is a 50 R European or 40R US size. I've worn the suit twice I think and it's pretty much brand new. I've tried selling it online but can't get a decent price for it so I'm wondering for such an expensive suit then could I take it into a tailor and get it fitted to a size that fits my body shape?
Has anyone done this? I obviously want to get it to a slimmer fit.
A tailor could make it fit a
A tailor could make it fit a lot better, for sure. It will probably not be a perfect fit though.
"There are three ways to make a living in this business: be first, be smarter, or cheat."
If it doesn't fit in the
If it doesn't fit in the shoulders you're shit out of luck. Cheers for the update on your suit endeavours though.
I can help you sell it if you
I can help you sell it if you want. PM me
Tailors can't take in the
Tailors can't take in the shoulders so you're sort of SOL on that account... but it makes no sense how you'd go from a 40R to a 38R. You can lose weight, sure, and therefore require something slimmer in the chest and body -- but the skeletal width of your shoulders isn't going to decrease.
So from a shoulder perspective, it sounds like the 40R was always too big for you. Which isn't too surprising considering sales associates at most places commonly and mistakenly recommend/sell one size too large. A Canali SA should've known better, however.
I would just have a tailor take in the sides/back more. If anything, it will be even more flattering than the 38R's as the more pronounced shoulder-to-waist taper will give you more of that V-shape that the ladies like.
310banker wrote: Tailors
Tailors can't take in the shoulders so you're sort of SOL on that account... but it makes no sense how you'd go from a 40R to a 38R. You can lose weight, sure, and therefore require something slimmer in the chest and body -- but the skeletal width of your shoulders isn't going to decrease.
So from a shoulder perspective, it sounds like the 40R was always too big for you. Which isn't too surprising considering sales associates at most places commonly and mistakenly recommend/sell one size too large. A Canali SA should've known better, however.
I would just have a tailor take in the sides/back more. If anything, it will be even more flattering than the 38R's as the more pronounced shoulder-to-waist taper will give you more of that V-shape that the ladies like.
What are you talking about skeletal width? Of course your shoulder width can vary with weight / mass. You've never been to the gym have you?
I frequent Equinox often,
I frequent Equinox often, thanks.
SKELETAL: skel·e·tal/ˈskelətl/
Adjective:
Of, relating to, or functioning as a skeleton or bone structure.
As in the your clavicles (the bone that defines your shoulder width) aren't going to contract. Yes, obviously shoulder presses (or lack thereof) can impact the size of your delts, as can fat. But delt size/shoulder circumference dictates the size of the armholes and sleeves of the suit, not the width of the jacket construction.
Thanks, I'll go to a tailor
Thanks, I'll go to a tailor and see what they say.
In terms of the shoulders, I think I'm in between a 38 and 40 (if that's possible). People have said the 40R fits well, I just want something that's a little more stylish.
310banker wrote: I frequent
I frequent Equinox often, thanks.
SKELETAL: skel·e·tal/ˈskelətl/
Adjective:
Of, relating to, or functioning as a skeleton or bone structure.
As in the your clavicles (the bone that defines your shoulder width) aren't going to contract. Yes, obviously shoulder presses (or lack thereof) can impact the size of your delts, as can fat. But delt size/shoulder circumference dictates the size of the armholes and sleeves of the suit, not the width of the jacket construction.
You're a moron.
@Oreos: Ask your tailor. When
@Oreos: Ask your tailor. When he gives the same answer, be sure to call him a moron as well.
@adast027: I'm in the same boat as you. 40's go beyond my shoulders slightly, whereas 38's almost show my shoulder definition. No one make's 39's (and I'm too cheap to get an MTM suit) so I just go with 38's for a more tailored look.
310banker wrote: @Oreos: Ask
@Oreos: Ask your tailor. When he gives the same answer, be sure to call him a moron as well.
He agrees with me, you're a moron. In seriousness, I've had suits fitted on Savile Row, they raised the point of volatility in stature and bredth of soulders and as a comprimise sized my suit ever so slightly smaller as we anticipated that I'd probably shrink in the coming years due to lack of gym time.
And do you think a lack of
And do you think a lack of gym time would only affect your shoulders in isolation, or is it more likely it would impact your overall build (including your chest circumference), making a step down in jacket size more prudent?
310banker wrote: And do you
And do you think a lack of gym time would only affect your shoulders in isolation, or is it more likely it would impact your overall build (including your chest circumference), making a step down in jacket size more prudent?
So you agree with me in that there is volatility in shoulder width and that this skeletal mesure is flawed, cheers.
No, we're not in agreement.
No, we're not in agreement. Working out isn't going to elongate your clavicles. Bigger shoulders require bigger armholes. But I suppose if you consider rebuttals of 1) calling someone a moron and 2) stating the other person agrees with you (even though they don't) and therefore the discussion is over, to be meaningful debate posts, well then. We're all just won over by the breadth and depth of your unimpeachable reasoning abilities.
Lastly, someone accusing me of not going to the gym as he expounds on how he discussed his planned bodily degradation with his supposed Savile Row tailor? And his name is Oreos? Too good.
310banker wrote: Lastly,
Lastly, someone accusing me of not going to the gym as he expounds on how he discussed his planned bodily degradation with his supposed Savile Row tailor? And his name is Oreos? Too good.
I don't really care about your innate need to be seen a knowledgeable about suits (it is cute how riled you've become though) but I will have nothing said against Oreos, they're lovely. And when consumed in moderation they're the perfect supplement to a healthy diet which is often required when expectations of little time for gym due to work commitments leads to a slimmer physic.
p.s. using a thesaurus =/= an argument winning paragraph
No thesaurus here. Just the
No thesaurus here. Just the same flowery writing style that got me a middling grade in Business Communication.
Also, I wouldn't dare disparage oreos as we're on the same page vis-a-vis their loveliness. Wait, will I be accused of using a thesaurus again for that sentence? Some of us value a meaningful vocabulary. And spelling.
When I gained weight I needed
When I gained weight I needed 44L jackets, when I lost weight 40L jackets looked great on me
Try fitting into one of your college suit jackets! Maybe you are in better shape, but chances are you are just fatter
I think I'm going to sell the
I think I'm going to sell the Canali suit but I'm not in the US. Does anyone know where I can sell it? I'm not too worried about what I would get for it. I've got three new Boss James / Sharp suits and find that they look great and an absolutely immaculate fit. I know that everyone seems to have on Boss but I don't care if they're fused, I want a suit that looks good and the slim fit Boss suits look really good in my opinion - much better than the Canali.
310banker wrote: @Oreos: Ask
@Oreos: Ask your tailor. When he gives the same answer, be sure to call him a moron as well.
@adast027: I'm in the same boat as you. 40's go beyond my shoulders slightly, whereas 38's almost show my shoulder definition. No one make's 39's (and I'm too cheap to get an MTM suit) so I just go with 38's for a more tailored look.
J.Crew has 39's for their suits. I'm a big fan of their Ludlow suits. They have a very modern, slim silhouette and use some nice fabrics at a reasonable price. Also, there's a 20% off sale right now on their website.
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