OK, as I posted on another thread, my waist size has shrunk over the past few months. I have 3 UK's, a 42, 41, and 29. Surprisingly, the 42 and 39 are smaller than the 41. The 42 is still fitting fine and the 39 should be perfect in a few more weeks (still a little snug now). Anyway, I was considering making the one that is too large smaller. In looking at the construction, it appears that I would have a good shot at detaching the waist band at the back where the pleats reverse (and where the material is joined), and take cut out, or fold over, about 3/4" - 1" of material. Then make that center back pleat slightly deeper on both sides (or possible leave it alone, but not sure how it would fall if I did not do somethingk), re-set the pleats and sew the waistband back down to the pleats.

Would this work? Anybody see an problems? anybody tried this?