High Armholes

[Lance]

How much wiggle room does one have in lowering the armholes of a coat without affecting the house style? For instance, I like everything about A&S with the exception of the high armholes. Yes, I’ve owned a coat with high armholes since the mid 80s and despite what some say, have never become accustomed to it. I’d like to have A&S make an odd coat and trousers or a suit when they make my polo coat. I’d like to lower the armholes for a more comfortable fit without either affecting the house style, which I like, or being thrown out on my ear, which I wouldn’t like. Is it possible and how much is too much? And this brings up another question; are their overcoats also made with high armholes or is that detail a function of the style of overcoat?

[yialabis]

I thought A&S high and narrow armholes are made for the exact purpose of extra comfort and assistance in natural movement during the day !...?

Vassilis

[alden]

Lance,

The circumference of the armhole has more to do with fit than style or house style. Most bespoke tailors cut a high, egg shaped armhole, but it has to FIT you. Ask your tailors to give you some more room and they will accommodate you.

Michael

[Lance]

Thanks, I'll try it.