how can i shrink a peacoat down a size??

Question

i have this peacoat that i bought for super cheap, brand new. i couldnt pass up the pffer, plus i always wanted one. only problem is that its a size too big. its an XXL n im a XL. how can i bring it down a size without messin it up?if i hot wash and hot dry will it come out looking wrinkly fron the parts like where the sleeves are sewn on n such?

Answer 1

I actually would not do anything laundry wise because it might ruin the fabric. I would take it to a tailor and see if they can work some magic on it. They can usually reduce sizes by about a size with proper tailoring.

Answer 2

You can't. You can wash/dry it on high, and if it is wool it will shrink. However, you have no control over how much it will shrink. Also, it will be thick and stiff and uncomfortable. A good tailor may be able to take it in so it fits.