Shoulder width
It should end where the shoulder ends. If it sits too high, it will pull across the back and lats.
How a shirt should fit
Shirtonomy offers custom shirts made to your unique specifications – both in terms of fit and appearance. Our custom shirts are sewn in Portugal, in one of Europe’s leading shirt factories, and our fabrics are produced primarily in Italy, Portugal and Spain in some of the world’s most renowned weaving mills.
Sleeve length
It should end at the "file" by the thumb. This might feel long, but the cuff measurement determines where the sleeve will end. If the sleeve length is made shorter, the entire sleeve will be too short when stretching, and the cuff will disappear under a potential jacket sleeve.
Collar
There should be room for 1–2 fingers between the neck and the fabric. Generally, you add 2 cm to your neck circumference, so if your neck measures 40 cm, you order a collar of 42 cm.
Sleeve width
It shouldn't be too tight. If it is, the elbows will wear out faster and it will be uncomfortable. Bend your arm: if it feels tight around your forearm, the measurement is too narrow. Common reasons for shirts tearing at the elbow are either too short sleeve length or too narrow sleeve width.
Cuff circumference
Measure your wrist and add 3.5 cm. If you wear a watch, add another 0.5–1 cm. This will ensure the shirt cuff sits correctly and is visible with a jacket. If more than 1–1.5 cm of shirt is visible below the jacket sleeve, the jacket sleeve should be lengthened.
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