https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:36:54 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226417 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:53:13 +0000 Sally 2226417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I dont know anything about tailoring but that is a great pantsuit.&nbsp; Probably worth it if you can find a way to do it.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226413 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:44:03 +0000 bella 2226413@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am sure there must a way to alter those jeans skillfully. Whether your tailor can do it is another question. That said, I would still keep and wear those pants. It is an amazing suit!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226366 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:27:10 +0000 Bijou 2226366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it and would definitely keep. </p> <p>In relation to the waist alteration on the pants, I would get it taken in at the sides as well as the back. That will mean that the waist band gets cut at the sides, but as the pants have belt loops, I would also get the tailor to relocate the belt loops to sit over the cut marks so that you don't see it. It will be a more expensive alteration, but WOW, this suit is so stunning on you it is worth the extra effort. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226359 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:07:24 +0000 Aquamarine 2226359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, it was meant to be! Just lovely.<div><br /></div><div>I’d take the time to find a good tailor if you’re not confident in your usual one.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226356 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:01:30 +0000 Jaime 2226356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, totally worth tailoring and even going to a very skilled tailor for this purpose. Maybe the sides can be taken in rather than the middle. </p> <p>Dondup is a very high end jeans+brand that is distributed at the fanciest boutiques here btw.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226322 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:45:52 +0000 Jules 2226322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they’re pants because they don’t have the 5-pocket styling of jeans. They could be ‘trouser jeans’ but since it’s a pants suit they shall be pants, I do declare ;)<br /> Amazing suit! So much luck involved, I think it’s worth tailoring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226318 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:27:41 +0000 Kate 2226318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful suit. A skilled tailor can do just about anything. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226219 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:56:25 +0000 Katerina 2226219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a perfect suit, Anchie! I love Dondup - they make very chic clothes. I cannot give any alteration advice, but really hope there is a way to fix the pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226197 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 18:54:46 +0000 Anonymous 2226197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't help re: alteration, but great suit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226182 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:38:31 +0000 anchie 2226182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And another silly question, when I was creating find I was not sure should I select pants or jeans as category. What are they? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226178 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:16:32 +0000 nuancedream 2226178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The suit is drop dead gorgeous and low lustre lurex is fine for daywear. I seriously doubt you will resemble a Las Vegas showgirl. This is an alteration job for a skilled tailor. Personally, I would be a little reluctant to go the DIY route. I concur with what Evie said. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226175 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:56:08 +0000 kkards 2226175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, to what everyone has said, a good tailor can do this. (I’ve had it done), make sure you are explicit with your tailor on what you want.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226171 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:49:32 +0000 Synne 2226171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks great! If I remember correctly, Runcarla had a thread a couple of years ago about adding darts to jeans. Trust me, it is really not overly complicated, I bet you could do it yourself (and by hand!). Yey go for it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226166 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:34:29 +0000 anchie 2226166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I must admit I never done any big alterations, only hemming or little waist tucking in at the back. If something more was required I would just decide not to keep it. But now I really would like to have the whole suit, since I already own the blazer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226163 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:26:55 +0000 Evie 2226163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is such a beautiful suit and ‘suits’ you so well. I can see it being a super useful addition to your wardrobe and style preferences. I am quite sure the tailor can take in the centre back and side seams in a way that will not affect the pockets. I’ve had my tailor work some magic on numerous items in my closet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226160 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:20:55 +0000 Vildy 2226160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ohh, you can't move an inset pocket, which is essentially a hole.<br />But you can try other methods.&nbsp; &nbsp; You can take the center back seam in <i>somewhat</i> plus can take in side seams also and possibly take in or add some short darts in front.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I see there are short back darts above each pocket opening, may be able to&nbsp; increase the taper toward the waist without going too deep toward the opening.&nbsp; &nbsp; I can't even see if there are side seams on those pants but even if not, they can be created afresh for purposes of alteration. :D&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>All this to say that where there's a will there's usually a way. Make sure your tailor is practiced with women's pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226157 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:13:20 +0000 rachylou 2226157@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s really beautiful. Talk to some tailors! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226154 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:02:07 +0000 anchie 2226154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It seems that I need to consult with the tailor but I am happy that it has potential. </p> <p>What do you think about lurex, is it too much or subtle enough for everyday wear? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226149 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:52:38 +0000 Angie 2226149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sure those pants can be tailored skillfully and beautifully! KILLER potential suit </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226135 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:11:44 +0000 Janet 2226135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What chewy said. What a lucky find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226134 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:10:43 +0000 anchie 2226134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am not sure how skilled my tailor is, I only done simple alterations before, and she would take the waist in only by taking it in the center back. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226133 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:07:27 +0000 CarolS 2226133@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>the suit looks so good on you -- I hope there is a way to take it in. (I don't imagine inset pockets will be easy to move, but I can barely sew on a button, so....)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226131 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:05:35 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2226131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They might be able to split the diference between the center back and the sides, but you need to talk to your tailor. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226130 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:01:54 +0000 slim cat 2226130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It probably depends on your seamstress - maybe there is a more complicated way to take the waist in without loosing the pockets.<br />The denim suit looks great on you - fab look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226129 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:58:36 +0000 anchie 2226129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>cat2 - I am not sure, took the photo of the back pocket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226127 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:51:04 +0000 cat2 2226127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can the back pockets be removed and either discarded or relocated? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/denim-pantsuit-dilema#post-2226125 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:47:56 +0000 anchie 2226125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I had to share this with you because you can understand my dilema here and give me the best advice. <br /> </div><div>I always had a denim blazer in my wardrobe, the last one I had for more than 10 years in it started showing signs of wear. It had a strech and magical cut that fit me accros different sizes and survived many editings. But eventually lining has ripped and it faded in places, especially on elbows. I started looking for replacement without luck. But then recently I stumbled on a classic cut denim blazer in uniform dark wash with subtle lurex shine. It was last item available, in my size and on deep discount from 500EUROS to less then 100. I just had to have it. But then after all the talk on the forum about the paintsuits, it occurred to me that this blazer may have somewhere in the world its matching pants. Blazer was from italina brand Dondup which I was not familiar with, but remembered seeing it on yoox, so this is where I first checked. And I could not believe my luck when I found them - also last pair available, in my size and on sale. I ordered them immediately and they arrived today. Well, here comes my dilemma. Pants fit me nicely everywhere except at the waist. It will require substantial tailoring at the back, so much that the back pockets would meet in the middle. It will be nice to have the whole pantsuit, especially after it felt like ment to be. But is this type of tailoring OK regarding the back pockets?<br /> </div><div>Photos coming in a sec.<br /> </div> </p>