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Luciano Arslan

Jan 06

Balance with prominent chest

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I have a prominent chest (muscle) and a rather flat back (I don´t know if it is due to an erect posture, if so it´s just slightly)

When I wrap a tape measure around my chest (perfectly parallel to the ground) there is an excess of 1/2" from the top of my shoulder compared to the back.

Do I simply lengthen the frontpanel by half an inch or what do I do? Is my measuring technique even the right method to find out my "balance" or do I forget something?

Thanks in advance :)

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David Salinas

Jan 14

If I may suggest something, I would lengthen the front only on the shoulders point, probably by doing a slash and spread at the chest level( that’s where the volume is)

I would also take in a little extra on the front dart to clean a little bit under the chest.

Hope it helps

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