How to Alter Your Professional Clothes

How to Alter Your Professional Clothes

How to Alter Your Professional ClothesDerek Burbidge
Published on: 02/06/2026

Don’t wear clothes that are too tight or too loose: Ensure your clothes fit well and are comfortable to move in. Fit is key. You can spend $35,000 on a brand new suit that doesn’t fit but it won't look near as good as a tailored suit at any price.

Wardrobe BuildingPricing and ValueFit and Made-to-MeasureFabric and Style Education
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When to Add a Vest to Your Suit (And When It Works Against You)

When to Add a Vest to Your Suit (And When It Works Against You)

When to Add a Vest to Your Suit (And When It Works Against You)Derek Burbidge
Published on: 21/05/2026

A suit vest adds formality and configuration options — but not for every suit or occasion. Here's when it works and when it doesn't.

Fabric and Style Education
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Suit Lapel Styles Explained: Notch, Peak, and Shawl — Which Is Right for You

Suit Lapel Styles Explained: Notch, Peak, and Shawl — Which Is Right for You

Suit Lapel Styles Explained: Notch, Peak, and Shawl — Which Is Right for YouDerek Burbidge
Published on: 21/05/2026

Notch, peak, or shawl lapel — what each one communicates and how to choose the right lapel for your suit and the occasion.

Fabric and Style Education
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The Working Man's Guide to Custom Dress Shirts: What Changes When They're Built for You

The Working Man's Guide to Custom Dress Shirts: What Changes When They're Built for You

The Working Man's Guide to Custom Dress Shirts: What Changes When They're Built for YouDerek Burbidge
Published on: 18/05/2026

Custom dress shirts are a different product than store-bought. Here's what changes when the shirt is built to your measurements — and what it costs.

Fabric and Style Education
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