New Half Belt from Aero

[Gambetto]

Do you think the jacket is too short in back? It's 25".

The arms are 26".

 

[Don Tomaso]

Looks ok to me. Maybe an inch more would be not too bad, but from what I know, the cut is correct for you. I could imagine it will sag a bit when broken in. Nice jacket!

 

[Seb Lucas]

It's ok but I would have it 1 or 1.5 inches longer. I like a jacket to be an inch over my belt. In mid- rise jeans.

 

[Rudie]

No, it's not too short. The length is perfect. Remember this is a 1930s style that is meant to be short. Even with your jeans that have a lower rise than would be optimum it still looks good. Wear high waisted trousers and it looks perfect.

 

[Seb Lucas]

Rudie, I like vintage gear but it is 2012. As I said, you can get away with it. But wearing a museum piece isn't everyone's idea of the best application of a vintage idea.I like the design but I also believe in making a classic item your own, so for me it's still a bit too short.

 

[Metatron]

Looks fine, if I'm not mistaken you aren't wearing a belt? Your trousers would probably normally be sitting slightly higher. Even so, as it is it almost covers your belt hoops.

 

[wdw]

What height are you? I've just ordered a 26" Highwayman and wanted it to sit nearer my jeans pockets.

 

[Grayland]

I think the length of the back is fine, but I would be concerned about the sleeves. They are just long enough right now (and many like them longer) and my understanding is that they will shorten as the horsehide creases and shrinks slightly upward.

 

[Sir Jacket]

Nice jacket indeed. The body length is right -- it's a 30s style.

Personally, I'd prefer slightly longer arms.

SJ

 

[Metatron]

Btw what colour would that be?

 

[Sillyrib]

length is correct arms are fine but will tend to bunch up with use and you will lose another inch or so

 

[Gambetto]

I am 5"11. The color is cordovan.

 

[Cooperson]

As others have said, the 30's halfbelt is a short style so in that regard the length is right for the period - nice even color hide too.

Jacket length is a personal thing though - the big question is, are you comfortable with it?

 

[pauleway]

Looks good IMO!

 

[Deleted member 16736]

Vintage halfbelts are generally 1" shorter on the back length than on the sleeve length. You're used to a longer back length because modern jackets are longer in the back. It looks just right to me. Also, vintage trousers were worn higher than your jeans are sitting. Wear it a while and let the leather relax and I think you'll be very happy with your purchase. It fits properly. Enjoy it.

 

[Gambetto]

So do most people agree that the sleeves wrinkle up over time and shorten by 1"?

 

[HoosierDaddy]

So do most people agree that the sleeves wrinkle up over time and shorten by 1"?

Yes

 

[Davo]

The jacket looks nice to me.

Do you mind answering a fit question for me? I recently sent my measurements to Aero and they suggested a jacket that is one size larger than I would usually wear. It was also a 30s slim fit half-belt. Does this sound wright to you?

Thanks for your help.

 

[Jeff M]

Length looks spot on perfect.

 

[Edward]

The jacket looks nice to me.

Do you mind answering a fit question for me? I recently sent my measurements to Aero and they suggested a jacket that is one size larger than I would usually wear. It was also a 30s slim fit half-belt. Does this sound wright to you?

Thanks for your help.

It's a markedly tighter jacket than almost any other Aero. Mine has four inches or so less in the waist than my Highwayman, both same label size.