We surveyed over 3500 guys to ask them what their number one problem was with the fit of shirts on the market today. The most common answer….
Bagginess around the waist
Why is this so common? This is more common for those who have an athletic build due to wider shoulders and a narrow waist. The drop from chest to waist is a larger variance than what standard off the rack shirts provide.
In the same survey guys said that other types of shirts don’t solve this specific problem, whether its slim fit, tailored fit or muscle fit. The only way to truly solve the bagginess in the waist is to take your shirt to a tailor.
That’s why we have created our very own unique Tapered fit that is form fitting and cut for a v-shaped, athletic build.
Ending the frustration of a tent sitting around your waist everytime you try on a shirt.Over the last 5 years we have been meticulously working at our design. With the help of leading tailors to make sure the fit of our shirt solves the problem of shirts not sagging around the waist.
To do this our shirts have a unique cut to reduce the fabric in the midsection. We also enhance the darts in the back of the shirt just like you would pay a tailor to do.
We have designed our shirts with muscular guys in mind as this problem is more common for those who have wide shoulders. But our fit will also work for anyone who is broad on top and suffers from the dreaded “muffin top” in the torso.
Uniquely designed to enhance your V-shaped physique by moulding to your muscular structure whilst tapering in sharply at the waist for the perfect fit.
Exclusively designed with athletic shaped guys who have wide shoulders and a narrow waist, our signature Black Tapered Fit Shirt is crafted from luxe stretch cotton that is super soft, breathable and allows complete freedom of movement.
Having extensively researched the ‘golden’ shoulder to waist ratio for the perfect V-tapered fit, our team of leading tailors and industry experts has pioneered the world’s first Tapered cut shirt.
Our revolutionary fit provides a 10” drop from waist to chest, eliminating bagginess around the waist whilst accentuating your muscular physique.
Welcome to the Tapered revolution; this is more than a muscle fit shirt. Black Muscle Fit Shirt
Also available in short sleeve.
Fabric 97% Cotton 3% Elastane. Premium, Poplin Lycra 115 gr/m ², Black. 4 Way Stretch Cotton With a Silky Finish. Manufactured in Europe |
Features - Signature V Taper Design - Enhanced Darting in Back - Single Adjustable Cuffs - Subtle Logo on Wrist and Buttons |
Model Height: 6' 3 / 190cm
Model Weight: 89kg / 196lbs
Model is 42” chest and wearing L
Need Size Help? Use Our Fit Assistant below.
(scroll right for larger sizes up to 4XL)
Inches | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | XXXXL |
Collar | 15 | 15.5 | 16 | 16.5 | 17 | 17.5 | 18 |
Chest | 35 - 37 | 37 - 39 | 39 - 41 | 41 - 43 | 43 - 45 | 45 - 47 | 47 - 49 |
Waist | 28 - 30 | 30 - 32 | 30 - 32 | 34 - 36 | 34 - 36 | 36 - 38 | 36 - 38 |
Bicep* | 14 | 14.5 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17.5 | 18.5 |
Sleeve** Length | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36.5 | 37.5 | 38.5 | 39 |
Back*** Length | 29 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 |
(scroll right for larger sizes up to 4XL)
cm | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | XXXXL |
Chest | 89 - 94 | 94 - 99 | 99 - 104 | 104 - 109 | 109 - 114 | 114 - 119 | 119-124 |
Bicep* | 36 | 37 | 38 | 41 | 43 | 44 | 47 |
Sleeve** Length | 88 | 89 | 90 | 93 | 95 | 98 | 99 |
Back*** Length | 74 | 75 | 77 | 79 | 80 | 81 | 83 |
*Bicep measurement is unflexed
**Sleeve length is measured from the middle of the collar to the bottom of the cuff
**Back length is measured from the bottom of the collar to the bottom of the body of the shirt
All orders are sent by a fully tracked delivery service.
UK: Free Shipping on orders over £80
International: Free Shipping on orders over £125
UK (including Channel Islands)
Evri Standard (Tracked 2-3 Days): £3.99
Evri Express (Tracked 2-3 Days): £4.99
Royal Mail 48 Hour: £5.99
DPD (Tracked 1-2 Days): £9.99
International Shipping:
We ship worldwide.
International shipping is free over £125 and sent by fully tracked, domestic postal service.
USA
US Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £18.00
Australia
International Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £25.00
Cyprus
International Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £28.00
New Zealand
International Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £28.00
Saudi Arabia
International Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £35.00
Israel
International Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £25.00
Rest Of Europe
International Tracked Standard (DHL 3-6 Days)): £17.00
Rest Of The World
International Tracked Standard (DHL 4-7 Days): £19.00
With international deliveries please check with your country’s custom agency for information on custom fees and import duty.
We offer a 45 day exchange or full refund if you are not satisfied. Check out our full returns policy here. This 45 day window begins upon receipt of your item as specified in your tracking info.
UK: We offer free returns and provide return labels/QR codes.
International: We provide return labels for the following countries:
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United States.
If your country is not listed you will be responsible for returning your order to us.
All returns are processed easily by our returns portal where you can obtain your return label/QR code.
Returns Costs
Ireland: £12
USA: £17
Europe: £15
Cyprus, Luxembourg, Malta: £25
Rest Of World: £45
All outlet items are non returnable.
Have any questions regarding shipping or returns?
Send us an email at support@taperedmenswear.com
Our Signature TAPERED Fit was specifically designed for guys with wide shoulders and a narrow waist, to help enhance their V shape and provide comfort at the same time. This eliminates the frustration guys face of fabric billowing around the waist and having to go to a tailor to fix the problem.
The shrink in the items is minimal so should not influence the size you choose. Our garments are made from high quality cotton and specialised fabric. Because of this blend, our items shrink slightly on the first wash, but loosen up again after ironing or wearing them.
No, all our shirts are single cuff and do not allow cufflinks.
Our HQ and fulfilment operations are based in the UK but we ship worldwide.
We ship worldwide.
Shipping is free on orders over £100. This is sent through our standard tracked service.
UK (including Channel Islands)
Evri Standard (Tracked 2-3 Days)
Evri Express (Tracked 1-2 Days)
International Tracked Standard (Domestic Postal Service 5-7 Days): £16.00
US Express Shipping (FedEx 4-5 Days): £26.00
Our sizing is simple, use our size calculator to find your perfect fit.
Yes we offer a full 45 day returns policy for a full refund or exchange. We offer free UK returns.
All returns for UK orders are free. For international orders outside of the UK, we do not cover the return costs of returning your item to us. If you are returning your items from outside of the UK you will be liable to pay any additional customs and duties charges.
The Golden Ratio
THE most attractive ratio for the male form - our revolutionary cut is scientifically proven to be the most flattering fit in the world.
Providing a 10" drop from chest to waist. Accentuating your physique whilst reducing bagginess at the waist.
No need to take your shirt to a tailor.
Great product, 100% natural material, great quality. Amazing quality and great fit. The size guide is really helpful.
Hi Jack
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, I'm so happy to hear that you love the quality and found the size guide helpful to find your perfect fit.
Thanks again!
Scott
CEO and Co-Founder - Tapered
I’ve always had issues finding clothes that fitted perfectly for me especially formal wear. Shirts would either fit around my shoulders and chest but be very very loose around the waist. Getting a tailor to adjust then usually spoiled the fit. The black shirt I got from you guys was PERFECT! When I tried it on I had low expectations and was ready to return it but I was pleasantly surprised on how well it fitted me. Perfect around my upper torso and tapered to a perfect fit around my waist with no material overhanging my trousers. My wife was very happy. I’ve since ordered a polo shirt, perfect fit as well, and plan on adding more to my collection!
Hi Majid
Thanks so much for your kind words in your review! It's music to my ears that our product is exactly what you were looking for and solves the problem you have been facing of shirts being loose around the waist. This is exactly what we are trying to achieve here at Tapered. Really appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review.
Thanks again!
Scott
CEO and Co-Founder - Tapered
I had purchased the first shirt for my son 2 yrs ago, had picked him up a XXL by his measurements, It looked great! He wore it for a wedding with his first tailored suit. Fast forward to today, my son is now 24 and going to another wedding. The XXL shirt no longer fit, back was to snug, ordered a XXXL, in exact same shirt, it fit him great accept the arms were to long. Now keep in mind, he does not like snug anything, all those weights you’d think he’d want to show the muscles off, not him. So off to the tailor he went. They shortened the sleeves, 55 dollars later, he has an awesome shirt! He’s 5’8 and 185lbs. The sizing is true, my son just likes a looser fit. He looks fantastic in it!
A good fit over the standard shirts for more athletic build