 Dressing well is not something that is reserved for those making six figures, everyone can afford to do it. If you choose to buy off the rack we have put together a few tips to make sure you make the most of it. Remove the Sleeve Tags Not sure why they don't do it for you at the store but make sure these are gone before you start wearing it. Just take scissors to get it out and there never should be a hole left. Remove the Vent Stitch Again just take scissors to the stitch and it should come right out. Sometimes the sleeves also have a stitch below the buttons so remove those as well. Hem the Pants Photo Courtesy of Ashley Weston Make sure the break (the sag in the pants where the pants rest on the shoe) are no more than a full break. You can take it in to a local tailor and have them do it for you. Usually no more than $15. Proper Jacket Fit Do not buy a suit that is too big for you, you will not look professional. The comment I usually hear is "they look like a kid in their Dad's suit." If you feel that $100-$200 is your price range make sure you account $50 for alterations. Here are the steps to altering it, in order if you can only afford one alteration at a time:
 Conclusion:If you are just starting your career we hope these tips help. If you are in a position where you want to invest in your wardrobe, check out our essentials package where we will put together an interchangeable wardrobe that will put you on the right path. Having a made to measure and matching wardrobe boosts your confidence and status. Of course if you have any questions contact us or leave a comment below. Check out our other blog post on Top Men's Style Mistakes to avoid right out of the gate.
10 Comments
9/25/2020 06:04:24 am
I want to get a suit that I can use for business meetings, but I'm not sure what to look for. It makes sense that I would want to get one custom made by a professional. That seems like a good way to ensure that the right cuts are made to make it look nicer. 1/11/2021 04:21:47 pm
Hi Braden, thank you for your comment. A bespoke suit can be a little more than off-the-rack but the build, fit and fabric will almost always be better. It will last longer and you won't have to replace it as often. Sometimes you won't have to replace it at all. If you have any questions or would like to look for a bespoke suit, let us know, we would love to help. 1/11/2021 01:46:46 pm
It's good to learn that you shouldn't buy a suit that's too big for you. My brother has his first big job interview soon and he was wondering what kind of suit he should wear. I'll be sure to tell him that he should look to buy a suit that fits him. 1/11/2021 04:24:35 pm
Hi David, Bespoke suits need a bit of lead time but it will make a huge impression. If he has a suit that fits now, he can spend a bit on tailoring, press his shirt, wear a tie and complimenting pocket square, he will stand out. 2/16/2021 10:14:38 am
I didn't know that you may need your suit's sleeves shortened in order to ensure that a portion of your dress shirt is visible. My brother recently inherited our late uncle's suit and wants to wear it during his wedding this summer, but he is worried that the sleeves may be too long since our uncle was especially tall. We'll find a professional that can help make the necessary alterations. 2/23/2021 02:09:02 pm
My younger brother needs to buy a suit for a banquet he is going to next week in honor of his high school basketball team. I like how you said that a suit that is too big for you will make you look unprofessional. I will be sure to help my brother find a great suit to purchase that he fits in and looks nice wearing. 4/2/2021 12:44:10 pm
It was really helpful when you said that before you get one, you need to make sure that the shoulders fit. My brother recently got a new job a couple of weeks ago, and he was telling me last night about how he will be needing to look into getting a suit to wear since his job requires one. I'll make sure to pass these tips along to him as he searches for a suit to get for his job. 4/20/2021 03:14:17 am
love this content, please keep sharing such blogs. 4/27/2021 12:14:10 pm
It's great to learn that you can see a tailor to make sure the break in your suit pants is long enough. My brother is going to a school dance soon and he was wondering how he could ensure his suit looks fantastic. I'll be sure to tell him that he should see a tailor to measure his pants correctly. 9/26/2022 11:53:19 am
I'd like to buy a suit for my project's presentation next week, and since I've never bought a suit before, I'm looking for shopping tips. It's great that you talked about how long the pant break must be and how we'd fix ours with the help of a tailoring service, so I'll keep this in mind. Thank you for the information on a suit's measurements and how a fitted one could make us look professional. Leave a Reply. |
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