Big Arms, Small Waist
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QUESTION
I'm trying to buy my husband a sweater or long sleeved top for Christmasbut most of what I see in the stores the sleeves would be too tight ashe has very muscley arms. if I go up to X large the waist is too baggy.Are there any brands I should look for that cater for muscley men withbig arms but slim waists?
Many thanks
Caroline
ANSWER
Hi Caroline,
I'm going to make this a quick answer so you can finish up your holiday shopping.
Veryquickly, if you take a tape measure, the difference between the chestsize (around the center of his chest and back) and chest size with arms(around the body, center of chest and arms) is called "The Overarm" -
Nowthe "drop" is the difference between the chest size and waist size. Most manufacturers, including myself give a 6 inch drop. This is thesituation you are encountering. Sweaters that fit him on the chest istoo baggy on the bottom.
I have the same issue, but in adifferent way, I have broad shoulders and a thin waist or a 10 inchdifference. You could go to a big and tall store, but typically theydon't have what I consider fashionable (note: what I consider).
You can do two things: Go to a big and tall store like a Rochester Big and Tall OR do what I would do:
Buythe x-large sweater you like and when he opens his gift and tries iton, pin the sides the way he likes it, and just take it to a tailor atyour dry cleaners. It is literally a 1 minute job and shouldn't costyou a lot.
Many don't consider taking in the sides but it can be done with most articles of clothing.
Caroline,does this help you at all? I want to make sure I address your questionand and give you an answer which helps you. If I can help you withanything more, please let me know. I would like to know what you endedup doing if you get a chance to let me know.
QUESTION
I'm trying to buy my husband a sweater or long sleeved top for Christmasbut most of what I see in the stores the sleeves would be too tight ashe has very muscley arms. if I go up to X large the waist is too baggy.Are there any brands I should look for that cater for muscley men withbig arms but slim waists?
Many thanks
Caroline
ANSWER
Hi Caroline,
I'm going to make this a quick answer so you can finish up your holiday shopping.
Veryquickly, if you take a tape measure, the difference between the chestsize (around the center of his chest and back) and chest size with arms(around the body, center of chest and arms) is called "The Overarm" -
Nowthe "drop" is the difference between the chest size and waist size. Most manufacturers, including myself give a 6 inch drop. This is thesituation you are encountering. Sweaters that fit him on the chest istoo baggy on the bottom.
I have the same issue, but in adifferent way, I have broad shoulders and a thin waist or a 10 inchdifference. You could go to a big and tall store, but typically theydon't have what I consider fashionable (note: what I consider).
You can do two things: Go to a big and tall store like a Rochester Big and Tall OR do what I would do:
Buythe x-large sweater you like and when he opens his gift and tries iton, pin the sides the way he likes it, and just take it to a tailor atyour dry cleaners. It is literally a 1 minute job and shouldn't costyou a lot.
Many don't consider taking in the sides but it can be done with most articles of clothing.
Caroline,does this help you at all? I want to make sure I address your questionand and give you an answer which helps you. If I can help you withanything more, please let me know. I would like to know what you endedup doing if you get a chance to let me know.
Posted by George Zaharoff at 14 December 2009, 9:58 PM 
Categories: AllExperts Question
Tags: tight top arms sleeve long waist baggy sweater muscle slim big
Categories: AllExperts Question
Tags: tight top arms sleeve long waist baggy sweater muscle slim big
Hey Caroline, I agree with George. Getting measurements will definitely help you shop for your husband. Especially if you're going to be shopping online. Shopping online makes life a lot easier for big and tall people because you're able to make your custom sized clothes. Good luck to you-
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