How to measure yourself for a suit coat?

Even if you’ve never bought a suit before, chances are you’ve seen someone wearing one and you have an idea of what it looks like. But what does that mean for you? Well, the most accurate way to find out what size to order is to measure yourself.

How to find men's suit coat to fit?

It's important to find a well cut and fitted suit coat to make sure it fits properly. We recommend taking your shirt and pants measurements at the same time. To measure your chest, place a tape measure under your arms, around the fullest part of your chest. To get your waist and hip measurements, find a spot on your natural waistline and wrap the tape measure around it, keeping the tape snug. To find your inseam place the tape measure along the length of your leg at

How to find a suit coat that fits you?

You can check the length of your favorite shirts and find the length of the coat that most resembles it. Then, measure around the chest, arms, waist, and hips. Add the numbers together to find the total length of the coat. When buying a used or vintage suit, measure the arms and waist and compare the measurements to those on the label for accuracy.

How to find the right size for a suit coat?

The most important thing to consider when choosing a size for a suit coat is your collar size. Some people like a snug fit, while others like a looser fit. If you’ve never tried on a shirt with a collar before, it’s best to start with a size that is one or two sizes above your shirt size.

How to measure yourself for a suit coat fit?

The first thing you need to do is lay out all your clothing that you plan on wearing with your new suit coat. You’ll want to include shirts, pants, sweaters, chino and any other tops and bottoms that you might want to pair with it. Next you’ll want to take a tape measure and lay it flat on the floor with the end of the tape pointing towards your foot. Measure around your chest, waist, hips, thighs, and upper arms.