Slim Fit

A garment cut that sits closer to the body with narrower sleeves, a tapered torso, and less excess fabric. Slim fit is designed to follow the body's natural shape without being skin-tight.

Category: Fit & Tailoring.

In men's style, "slim fit" belongs to the Fit & Tailoring family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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• Relaxed Fit — A loose-cut garment with extra room in the chest, waist, seat, and thighs. Designed for maximum comfort and ease of movement, popular in cas…
• Shoulder Seam — The stitched line where the sleeve meets the body of a garment. Proper fit means this seam sits exactly at the edge of your natural shoulder…
• Armhole — The opening in a garment where the sleeve is attached. A higher armhole allows better range of motion and a more tailored look, while a lowe…
• Taper — The gradual narrowing of a garment from one point to another, most commonly seen in trousers that narrow from the knee to the ankle, creatin…