A great suit is a powerful thing. It can make you feel confident and ready for anything. But a suit only has this power if it fits you perfectly. An ill-fitting suit can feel uncomfortable and look sloppy.
The good news is that getting the right fit is not a mystery. Follow these simple tips to ensure your suits Dubai look like they were made for you.
Shoulders are the foundation:
The fit of the shoulders is the most important part. The seam of the jacket should sit right at the edge of your shoulder. If it hangs over, the jacket is too big. If it pulls back, creating a divot, the jacket is too small. You cannot easily fix the shoulders, so get this part right first. Everything else builds from a good shoulder fit.
The jacket should hug your body:
Your suit jacket should feel like a smooth hug, not a tight squeeze. Button the top button (never the bottom one). It should feel secure but not pull at the fabric. You should be able to slip a flat hand easily between your chest and the jacket. The jacket should also taper slightly at the waist to give you a sharp silhouette.
Sleeve length matters:
Show a little shirt cuff. The sleeve of your jacket should end just above the point where your thumb meets your wrist. This allows about a quarter to a half-inch of your dress shirt cuff to show. This small detail makes your outfit look polished and complete.
Trousers should break once:
The length of your suit trousers creates a clean line. The fabric should just touch the top of your shoes in the front, creating a single, slight bend in the fabric. This is called a “break.” Avoid trousers that are too short and show your ankles or too long and pile up on your shoes. A clean break looks modern and tidy.
Mind the waist and seat:
Your suit trousers should sit comfortably on your waist, not your hips. They should feel secure without a belt. In the seat, the fabric should be smooth, with no pulling across the back or excess fabric bunching up. You want a clean line from your waist down your legs without any tightness or sagging.
