What is R and L in suit sizes?

What is R and L in suit sizes?

All chest sizes come in three length: R(Regular), L(Long) and S(Short). An easy way to explain the difference between “Regular”, “Long” and “Short” is, for “Short”, both the sleeves and length of the overall jacket will be 1″ – 1.5″ shorter than “Regular”, and same applies to “Regular” vs “Long”.

What is 42l vs 42r?

A: The length. L is a bit longer for taller people.

Can a 42r be tailored to an 40r?

Yes, they can be altered.

Are suit sizes based on chest?

A suit jacket size is determined by measuring the thickest part of a man’s chest in inches. First, begin by measuring just under your arms, across the chest, and over the shoulder blades. When measuring, it is important to keep the tape measure parallel to the floor.

Is L big or M?

“M” (medium), “L” (large), “XL” (extra large), “XXL” (extra extra large).

Can a suit be too big to tailor?

The rule of thumb is that you can go down two sizes at a maximum, but a suit jacket or blazer only one size too large is a safer option. The problem is always that jackets that are too large can also be too large in the shoulders, which is a more challenging thing to alter.