How A Suit Should Fit - The Ultimate Guide For 2022 - Irreverent Gent

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Y our suit’s fit is the single most important factor you need to nail if you want to look poised, polished and powerful (plus a bunch of other words that don’t start with “p”) when you suit up.

A nice grey suit displayed on a mannequin

Sure, there are other things to consider, from fabric and color, to the dress shirt, shoes and accessories you pair with your suit.

But make no mistake: fit is king.

Guys with a good fit look commanding and confident in a suit, while guys with a bad fit look like a 14-year-old boy who just raided their dad’s closet.

In this post I’ll dive into the details to show you how a suit should fit, and break down the most important elements that will help you find the perfect fit for your kit.

How Should a Suit Fit?

The Ultimate Guide to Getting the Perfect Fit
Table Of Contents
  1. What Your Suit Should Look Like
    • The Perfect Suit Proportions: What is the Golden Ratio?
    • How the Golden Ratio Affects Your Suit's Fit
    • Projecting Strength with Your Suit
  2. How a Suit Jacket Should Fit
    • Suit Jacket Length
    • Suit Shoulders
    • Suit Sleeves
    • Torso
    • Lapels (aka Suit Collars)
    • Armholes
    • Button Stance
  3. How Suit Pants Should Fit
    • Waist
    • Seat (aka Butt) and Legs
    • Pant Length/Ankles

First Thing First:

What Your Suit Should Look Like

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