Choosing outfits well is probably one of the easiest ways to give a good first impression of yourself to those you meet, and it is especially easy if you’re a man. All it takes is one high-quality bespoke suit. Yet it is not easy enough for many men, who seem to prefer to buy suits straight off the hanger.
This is often because they cannot see why a properly fitted suit is worth investing in, or because they don’t believe that they possess the knowledge to find a quality one. This guide will explain why a bespoke suit is worth the money and effort, as well as offering some advice on picking the right suit for your needs.
Why Wear Bespoke Suits?
It is not unusual to see successful men wearing custom made suits in Sydney and other well-off cities with thriving commerce. But consider that they may not be so finely dressed because they are successful, but that their success might have been helped by their clothes.
The expression “dress for the job you want, not the one you have” is apt career advice because studies have shown that well-dressed people are not only more confident, but they are treated with more respect by others, and they are also more productive.
There is also the enjoyable weight and feel of quality fabric, combined with the ease of movement that custom tailoring offers. If your suit makes you feel good, you will project this to others. In turn, they are likely to treat you better, making you feel even more good.
FInally, think about what the attention to detail of a tailored suit says about your expectations. A slightly ill-fitting, off-the-hanger suit says that you will be happy with “good enough.” You don’t expect the best, so others will not give it. On the other hand, choosing designer wear over fast fashion shows that you demand the best and are interested in things that last.
Which Type Of Suit To Choose
Suits are pretty versatile things, which means that the right one can help you make a good impression at a job interview, while also being appropriate for weddings, fancy parties, and even funerals. You probably already have an idea which colours and materials are appropriate for where you plan to wear it, but there are a few other important things you need to consider: the number of pieces, the closure, and the lapels.
The first is simple. Two-piece suits have only a jacket and trousers. Three-piece suits have a waistcoat too. The former is generally considered the more casual option. Of course, a three-piece suit can easily become a two-piece suit, so it makes sense to pick that when you’re getting a suit made or fitted.
As for the closures, your options are single or double-breasted. Single-breasted jackets tend to be timeless and are able to look casual and formal. Double-breasted ones generally look more formal, and they tend to swing in and out of fashion.
Lapels come in two main varieties: notch and peak. On both of these types of lapels, there is a spot roughly in line with the collar bone where there will be a spot where the lapel ends and the collar starts. If at this point the end of the lapel is pointing upwards, that’s a peak lapel. If it points across or downwards, that’s a notch lapel. The former are a bit more bold, while the latter are more popular and generally look a bit more timeless.
Once you’ve decided on the kind of suit you want to buy and have customised, you will want to make sure it is good quality. Here are some tips on spotting a quality suit.
Signs Of A Quality Bespoke Suit
- Smooth Lapel Rolls: The fold in the lapels of a cheap suit usually looks hard-pressed and sharp, like when you fold a piece of paper. In handmade suits, the lapel rolls over and looks natural, not like it has been forced into shape.
- Extra Fabric: If your suit has a generous amount of extra fabric under the seams so that you can have it let out if you get bigger, it is a good sign. Cheap suits try to save on extras like this and sometimes don’t include them at all.
- Horn Buttons: Plastic buttons are certain to give away a pretender. Quality suits usually have buttons made of buffalo horn, and they are not sewn tightly against the suit. Instead, they have a little fabric stem in between so that when the jacket is fastened the material in between the button and its base rests naturally.
- Sleeve Buttons: You’re looking for ones that actually work. Many off-the-rack suits glue pointless buttons with no holes in the sleeves.
This quick guide should help you understand why a bespoke suit is a wardrobe essential for every man. The higher price is easily matched by the confidence boost and respect it brings you, and choosing a high-quality suit using these tips will make sure that it lasts.
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