Proper Fit for Blazers and Suit Jackets | Style Minute | Ep 053

This episode of Style Minute is all about the four ways to ensure you are wearing the proper size suit jacket or blazer/sport coat. Craig Stokes highlights the following key points in this episode of Style Minute:

(1) how to determine whether the length of your suit jacket is too long, too short, or just right

(2) how long your sleeves should be and where they should rest on your arm

(3) understanding how sizes like 40L, 42R, 44L, etc correspond to the amount of room you have in the waist area of the suit jacket

(4) how the shoulder portion of the sport coat should fit your arm/shoulder

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[FlySociety06]

is it possible to shorten the length of my jacket when Im a 40 regular?

[StyleMinute]

@FlySociety06 I'm sure there is a way, but I'm also sure that it would take (1) a very skilled tailor and (2) a lot of money. I've never had to do this but an experienced tailor should be able to walk you through the process.

[OriginalWolly]

whats the difference between a suit coat and a blazer?

[StyleMinute]

@OriginalWolly Hey, how's it going?! A suit coat is typically meant to be worn with dress pants while a blazer can sometimes be more casual. Blazers can be worn with dress pants, jeans, khakis or chinos, etc. I would only wear a suit coat with dress pants. Hope that helps!

[Humanfactor7]

Nicely presented. It was very helpful. Thank you.

[StyleMinute]

@Humanfactor7 Thanks to you for tuning in. I appreciate the positive feedback!

[BenJamminH7]

Dude that suit is huge on you!

[mrdumpster]

too big for you homie

[tingxi]

for a man who talks so much you really know very little.

You should be wearing 2 sizes down.

[DragonRebel0908]

I don't wear blazers often but when I do I wear a 38 regular.

[willzville1988]

Don't you hate it when people try to give you advice while setting a terrible example?

The guys suit is far too big, the fit looks silly and the colour combination doesn't suit him.

[TeamGreenBurrito]

Decent advice undermined by a hideously oversized chest and waist.

[Naweedtv]

damn was this taped in 02'

[illwilkm82]

dude who taught you how to dress

[hyperboy37]

How do you alter a suit blazer that you wear casually ? Please reply.(: Thanks!(:

[lexdimond1]

you would look much better in a more fitted suit

[bxjam85]

There's a suit coat, a sport coat and a blazer. Those are three different coats that are all based on the original suit coat.

[Ushiroda80]

Stop zooming in and out. It is giving me a headache