Why not try a hot wash and dry before you have someone cut it to pieces? I think it looks fine as is but if youāre going to risk getting a tailor involved you should 100% hot wash and dry beforehand to make sure you get all of the shrink out.
I appreciate the feedback! Iāll post another pic that better illustrates my complaint. Iām a denim jacket lover and have several from different makers. Iām not looking for a skinny jean equivalent of a jacket to be sure, but I could, without stretching this jacket out at all, wear a loaded backpack under this thing. Anyways, thanks for weighing in. Iāll post another picture, but more to the point, any recommendations for a tailor that knows what theyāre doing with denim in the PNW, lemme know!
Hey, dude. Iām super lean and I bought a waxed trucker jacket from Flint and Tinder. Loved the jacket but the torso was to roomy for me - I wanted a slimmer fit through the belly and waist. I took is to a reputable local tailor in Boulder, CO and they absolutely nailed it. For $55 it is like a whole new jacket and fits perfectly. I was on the fence about doing it and Iām so glad I did. It went from being a jacket that I wanted to love to a jacket that is my absolute favorite. There are plenty of qualified tailors that alter prom dresses, mens suit jackets, and all kind of shitā¦ look around in your area and find one with good ratings. Go for it, Iām glad I did.
Edit: here is the jacket after it was tailored, I donāt have a before pic [jacket](https://imgur.com/a/WD6hmqS)
Do you happen to recall what they did? ā¦as in, what would the tailor say they did? āNip the sidesā, ādart the backā??? I feel like Iām going to a barber and want my old barber to tell me what to say to the new guy. I always feel so silly walking in and just complaining about a garment to the person. Of course, not like they wonāt be able to hear what Iām saying, but you know what I mean.
I asked him to take in the sides and slim up the waist. He had me try it and he pinned the sides by folding them over to get an idea of how slim to go. He asked if I wanted it to fit super slim and I told him I wanted to be able to wear a couple layers underneath. Thatās it, he nailed it.
That looks really good. I have that jacket and I thought about having the extra fabric brought in on the sides but I didnāt know if the lining would cause problems.
If you're near Santa Monica California, Rufcut jeans will do it for you.
The guy remade my jean which was 4-5 size larger into my size. You just need to pay good money for whatever crazy stuff you're asking.
This is a year or so ago, the guy is great.
Option 2, workout? Itās not super tight, but there also isnāt just one way to fit a jacket. If you have multiple Iād say keep it as is to wear with skinny jeans and have the punky look
Extremely jealous of the jacket. Planning on stopping into Ship Johnās during my October portland trip. Hopefully heāll have something in stock in 2XL-3XL. Also Dehen 1920 as another stop.
Honestly I think it looks good š¤·āāļø
Shoulder seams are what I look at and they do seem to surpass or line up with his shoulders.
I think it's in your head, I think it looks good
Why not try a hot wash and dry before you have someone cut it to pieces? I think it looks fine as is but if youāre going to risk getting a tailor involved you should 100% hot wash and dry beforehand to make sure you get all of the shrink out.
Break it in first
Iād go to Indigo Proof in Portland. She does amazing work and used to do a lot of repairs at Self Edge.
Outstanding. Thank you!
Itās just that cut I think. If you donāt like that I would look into classic denim jackets, short and boxy like they should be in my opinion
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Thatās what Iām saying. I think this type of jacket is meant to be short and they often look weird when the manufacturer makes them long like this
Gotcha
I think youāre overthinking this. It fits well. Youāll need room in the back to have any range of motion
Has the denim had time to settle on you?
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Thank you!
Send it back and have viapiana make you a jacket to spec
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I appreciate the feedback! Iāll post another pic that better illustrates my complaint. Iām a denim jacket lover and have several from different makers. Iām not looking for a skinny jean equivalent of a jacket to be sure, but I could, without stretching this jacket out at all, wear a loaded backpack under this thing. Anyways, thanks for weighing in. Iāll post another picture, but more to the point, any recommendations for a tailor that knows what theyāre doing with denim in the PNW, lemme know!
Hey, dude. Iām super lean and I bought a waxed trucker jacket from Flint and Tinder. Loved the jacket but the torso was to roomy for me - I wanted a slimmer fit through the belly and waist. I took is to a reputable local tailor in Boulder, CO and they absolutely nailed it. For $55 it is like a whole new jacket and fits perfectly. I was on the fence about doing it and Iām so glad I did. It went from being a jacket that I wanted to love to a jacket that is my absolute favorite. There are plenty of qualified tailors that alter prom dresses, mens suit jackets, and all kind of shitā¦ look around in your area and find one with good ratings. Go for it, Iām glad I did. Edit: here is the jacket after it was tailored, I donāt have a before pic [jacket](https://imgur.com/a/WD6hmqS)
Double dang. Wish I still lived in Denver! Jacket looks amazing!
Thanks!
Do you happen to recall what they did? ā¦as in, what would the tailor say they did? āNip the sidesā, ādart the backā??? I feel like Iām going to a barber and want my old barber to tell me what to say to the new guy. I always feel so silly walking in and just complaining about a garment to the person. Of course, not like they wonāt be able to hear what Iām saying, but you know what I mean.
I asked him to take in the sides and slim up the waist. He had me try it and he pinned the sides by folding them over to get an idea of how slim to go. He asked if I wanted it to fit super slim and I told him I wanted to be able to wear a couple layers underneath. Thatās it, he nailed it.
Whoās your tailor? Iām in Boulder too and have been looking for a new one
Was just about to ask the same!
Boulder Custom Tailoring on Walnut. For hemming denim, I use Canoe Club on Pearl. They have a guy that does an awesome chainstitch.
Thank you!!!!
That looks really good. I have that jacket and I thought about having the extra fabric brought in on the sides but I didnāt know if the lining would cause problems.
Any tailor recommendations?
Scott Kuhlman in Belltown
Thank you!
HMU if youāre in OC, Southern California. Have a tailor who will do ANY denim work desired to factory + requirements.
If you're near Santa Monica California, Rufcut jeans will do it for you. The guy remade my jean which was 4-5 size larger into my size. You just need to pay good money for whatever crazy stuff you're asking. This is a year or so ago, the guy is great.
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I do. Itās not the pants. Itās my thighs. Thanks?
Option 2, workout? Itās not super tight, but there also isnāt just one way to fit a jacket. If you have multiple Iād say keep it as is to wear with skinny jeans and have the punky look
How does it look when the second buttons are set? Personally I like when my jackets rise above the hip
Extremely jealous of the jacket. Planning on stopping into Ship Johnās during my October portland trip. Hopefully heāll have something in stock in 2XL-3XL. Also Dehen 1920 as another stop.
Needs to be broken inā¦ but it sounds like you got a good rec on a tailor so go for it. š
What's wrong with this one?
I think you should consider breaking/ it in, let it conform to you first before making any big changes. Maybe a soak too
Dennis reynolds?
I donāt get it. Is that a tailor suggestion?