Fit is by far the most important component of any successful outfit. You can wear a suit from H&M that costs 100$ and look like a million bucks just because it fits you well, while on the same time you can spend 5000$ on a brand suit that is 2 sizes bigger and looks baggy on you. The result is that you will look uncomfortable in your suit and everyone will look at you for all the wrong reasons.
I see a lot of men that have paid attention to these details but have neglected the simplest yet most effective alteration that a man can do on his suit. Hemming the pants and shortening the arms. For a very low price, you can shorten your pants and arm lengths to the desired length and this is a small subtle sign that you take care of your appearance and that you mean business. I will not go into much detail on this as the pictures below speak for themselves. I generally favour length up to my wrists for jackets and no break for the pants, so they will look crisp and straight when looking sideways.
Now we are in business. You are comfortable choosing your quality first suit and know which fabric to look for, depending on frequency of use and the climate of your location. Choosing the colour of your first suit is rather simple and in the end, a personal preference. You will either buy a dark charcoal suit or a navy blue suit.
What I will say though is the following: Always buy the best that you can afford based on your budget. If you have to spend 50$ more for a suit that you know will last you years, it is a great investment. A cheaper suit will need replacement much faster, which drops its ROI (Return on Investment) over time. Shop smart and always ask questions. A salesman wants to sell. Question their knowledge.
We have gone through why a man needs a first suit, why it should be navy blue and how to do smart shopping. I hope this long first post has inspired you to notice the little details and leave a smile when you are in the store. I will never forget the day that I was wearing my grey suit while walking next to the lake, ordered an ice cream and the kid serving me said:
A basic, versatile and interchangeable wardrobe will allow you to step up your game and be the foundation of your new style change. Please leave your comments below, as criticism or additions are always welcome or subscribe for regular weekly content. In the next article we will talk about grey suits and how to wear them.
And please, avoid Poly and Ester!
Your life is filled with unforgettable firsts: your first word, your first steps, your first kiss, your first car, your first job. These first-time events etch a metaphorical notch on the post that is your life, signaling significant change and growth, maturity, even.
A better investment, in the long run, is a wool suit even though it may be pricier than other options. We can see where the temptation to buy a polyester suit comes from, but we suggest you read our article on polyester vs wool suits first.
Depending on your needs, wool is the best fabric and will serve you well in most conditions. Cotton is more casual and creases more easily, which does not suit all workplaces. Linen is best suited to warmer climates.
Blue or medium to dark grey, two buttons, no pinstripes. Black is too formal for interviews, and earth tones are too casual. Two button suits are the professional standard. Though you will see three button and one button suits, they should only be considered when your wardrobe requires multiple suits.
A solid price point for the first suit should be around $500, give or take a little. There are plenty of options around and below that amount, but avoid very inexpensive suits, as they are often poor quality and will look cheap.
On the other side of the spectrum, you don't want to spend thousands on this suit. What will an interviewer think if you show up at an interview for an entry level position in a suit that's more expensive than theirs? It's not a risk worth taking, as it may have a negative impact on your candidacy.
Put on the jacket and button the first button. Take your fist and put it between your torso and the jacket at the point where it buttons. Can you fit it there comfortably? If so, size down until you can't, at which point you know what's too small.
Buy the size larger than the one where your fist no longer fits. The point of this exercise is to make sure the suit looks normal when buttoned. If it is too tight in the torso, it'll pinch, making you look like Chris Farley.
Pants: It's better to buy larger rather than smaller, since it's much easier to have pants taken in than it is to have them let out. If a pair feels a little tight, size up. Most suit pants come unfinished, meaning you'll need to take them to a tailor anyway to have them hemmed to your desired length.
The important thing to consider with interview suits is that they are meant to make you look polished, professional ,and no more, so that you can get down to business and impress the interviewer with your skills and attitude.
The suit has done its job perfectly if the interviewer can't remember it, since you want them to remember you rather than what you wore. This keeps them focused on your abilities, with the added benefit being that you'll be able to wear the suit again with a different shirt/tie combination when they ask you back for round two.
The question then arises: what kind of suit should you buy as your first (and maybe only) one? And if you need and/or desire to add even more suits to your wardrobe, what kind of suit should you buy for your second, third, and so on?
No, the best color for your first suit is a dark, almost black, charcoal gray. The style should be plain and flexible: single-breasted, 2-3 buttons, with a classic fit. The fabric should be a fine, lightweight wool, so that you can wear it in every season of the year.
This is why we have put together a series of guides that will help take you from choosing your fabric from some of the finest cloths through to the final fitting with ease, allowing you to experience the unique personal pleasure that only comes with made-to-measure custom suits.
How your suit is cut is perhaps the most important factor in any purchase, and as anyone will tell you, the key to buying your first suit is versatility. An investment in a suit that can be worn several different ways will help you to draw maximum value from your purchase as well as easily explore different aesthetics.
By treating your made-to-measure suit not only as a singular item, but finely tailored single items that can be combined in a myriad of ways, your first suit can provide supply hard-working office style beyond a simple formal setting.
To help you find the right suit for your needs, we've compiled the top 20 best places to buy a suit that will not only look fantastic, but that you'll also enjoy wearing. We're giving you the best options for price, styles, and perks that come with shopping at these stores. That way, you'll look good and feel great while partying the night away at the next wedding you're invited to.
MTailor was featured on Shark Tank in 2013 and although it wasn't as successful on getting funded on the TV show, it's gone on to become a multi-million dollar business all on its own. MTailor creates a custom suit from your measurements at home with a twist: You'll use an app to take pictures of yourself in your best-fitted clothing, and MTailor will do the rest. The company boldly claims their app is 20% more accurate than a tailor. Suits range between $399 and $799, and countless 5-star reviews from satisfied customers mean these suits might be the most no-brainer purchase you've ever made.
Suitshop has fantastic reviews, especially from those who used Suitshop to dress the wedding party. With inexpensive, quality suits starting at $224, you can find one that matches your personality and fit. Suitshop has a range of sizes and colors, and their website has a fit finder that helps you decide your perfect fit. Their suits ship in 1-2 business days, making Suitshop perfect for those last-minute buys.
If you're looking for suits by Armani, BOSS, or Versace that you can later get tailored yourself, Nordstrom has an amazing selection of suits by the biggest in fashion. Nordstrom has pinstripes, wool blends, and more, and you can snag a very high-quality suit from some of the leading menswear designers in the business. Nordstrom also handles returns on a case-by-case basis without a time limit, so if you find your suit can't be tailored to your satisfaction, Nordstrom will work with you on a free return. The retailer also offers alteration and tailoring services on-site, and for certain Nordy Club member tiers, you can get those alterations for free.
While you won't find Armani at Asos, they have some decent, inexpensive suits in a pinch. Ideally, you'll buy a size that you can get tailored, but if not, they have a wide range of sizes between 0 and 52. Asos is one of the only places we noticed an array of eye-catching suits, so if a bold and in-your-face style is up your alley, take a look.
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