https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:41:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076533 Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:06:09 +0000 RobinF 2076533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was going to say take them out and if the fit is off put smaller ones back in - sounds like you have it figured out though! Glad to hear it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076515 Mon, 11 Nov 2019 05:51:36 +0000 rachylou 2076515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076513 Mon, 11 Nov 2019 02:16:33 +0000 Gigi 2076513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I decided to snip them out tonight. I'd already decided to keep the jacket, so I figured the worst that happens is I have to go to a tailor to get them put back in.</p> <p>After snipping, the fit of the shoulders doesn't seem to be appreciably different. I barely notice a difference in appearance. But it feels so much better, especially under a heavy coat. I think this jacket is going to be a workhorse. It's a great way to add extra interest to an outfit without adding a lot of bulk. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076427 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 16:16:58 +0000 Angie 2076427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hope you get this sorted. Fab jacket!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076338 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 01:42:07 +0000 Gigi 2076338@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the input,&nbsp;<b>Marilyn.&nbsp;</b>My shoulder pads are easily snipped out, so I can remove them and then call in a tailor if the results are less than stellar. I don't mind how my shoulders look with the pads in, but I'd rather be comfortable.</p> <p>I love your Danier jacket, btw. It will never go out of style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076330 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 01:10:23 +0000 Marilyn 2076330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I removed the shoulder pads on this leather jacket.&nbsp; I wore it for several years with them and have worn if for several years since removing them. The pads were quite sharp and structured and I felt they made my shoulders look too broad (I'm an IT).&nbsp; It's an old, broken in Danier jacket that I love.&nbsp; Black with black hardware.&nbsp;&nbsp; I wore it today, actually.&nbsp; </p> <p>Anyway, I just opened up the lining enough so that I could reach up and snip the threads holding the pads in.&nbsp; Still looks great.&nbsp; This may not work for all garments but I think leather has enough structure on it's own.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you love the jacket enough to put a few more dollars into it perhaps you can have a tailor replace the pads with more comfortable ones.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076270 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 17:46:39 +0000 Gigi 2076270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachy, it's not difficult to lift my arms, but it is uncomfortable because it really makes me feel the bulk of the shoulder pads. I think WHBM cut corners and used a stiff material for them. I have another jacket from WHBM that has silky shoulder pads, and those aren't nearly as irritating. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076238 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 13:36:59 +0000 cindysmith 2076238@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had a tailor remove shoulder pads before, with great success. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076206 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 09:09:06 +0000 rachylou 2076206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Is it difficult to lift your arms? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076198 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 08:09:34 +0000 nuancedream 2076198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely concur with Runcarla's recommendation for advice from a tailor. A reputable tailor can give you an opinion about the structure of the jacket and what you could expect it to look like without the offending shoulder pads. Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076183 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 03:46:16 +0000 Gigi 2076183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, I'm not very crafty with a needle and thread, so I'm a little worried to start snipping...but I won't lie and say that didn't occur to me!</p> <p>One of the things I like about the jacket is the length, so I'm guessing I would need to replace the pads. Getting rid of them will presumalbly make the jacket longer, yes?</p> <p>Maybe a trip to the tailor is in order. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076177 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 03:00:01 +0000 Carla 2076177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve removed shoulder pads before, and it has improved the fit of the garment for me. FWIW, I have broad shoulders and long arms, and removing the shoulder pads gave me extra length in the sleeves. You have to be careful about where the bust tailoring falls however. </p> <p>Usually shoulder pads are held in place by two or three very thin threads. You can snip them out to audition the fit, and replace with a few stitches if you need them. Or, replace with different (smaller) shoulder pads that can be got at most sewing supply stores. </p> <p>If you aren’t crafty, a tailor can advise you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/irritating-shoulder-pads#post-2076173 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 02:17:43 +0000 Gigi 2076173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just got this jacket from WHBM. I love it and it looks great on me...but I find the shoulder pads in it extremely uncomfortable, like someone has their hands on my shoulders and is pushing down. The shoulder pads are not actually all that big; I'm not sure why they're uncomfortable. Any advice? I'm assuming I can't take them out because they would ruin the fit of the jacket. Do I need to have them replaced with shoulder pads of a different material? Or should I just return the jacket?</p> <p>The fit of the jacket is otherwise good, FWIW. I don't think I need a larger size. I checked the back of the jacket in the mirror, and it's not pulling, and the shoulders do not look tight. </p>