Best suit for wedding under $1000?

So give them a call and ask what they have in stock. If you can figure out the correct size and model that fits well, then you have more flexibility to buy online.

In my case, for example, I figured out by trial-and-error that the "Base S" model tends to fit me well, and then ended up buying a new one (who knows, maybe the seller bought it at Off-Fifth?) in the color I wanted on eBay.

I recently bought a Canali on Bluefly for right at a grand. Very Dark Navy Blue - very tasteful - very happy with it. They run about $1500-$1800 retail for most models/fabrics. Canali's are not the most 'fashion forward' cut out there - but far from stodgy (IMO). When I tried on the Canali's and Zegna's at Sak's a few months ago I found the Canali models that I liked to be slimmer fitting and a bit more stylishly cut than any of the Zegna's. Not that Zegna is all that fashion forward either. Personally I think both of these makers make a pretty good choice between stylish/fashion forward and classic - but that's just my personal opinion.

I bought 2 Isaia sportcoats from E Habadasher this summer as well (about $600 each - $1500 retail) and they are indeed quite nice. However, the cut on them was quite a bit smaller in the waist than Canali and Zegna in the same size. They worked fine on me with a minor let out - but just barely.

Which brings me to my point - you don't know for sure what size you need and how these things from different makers might fit on you. Every maker and every model within that maker's line is cut a little differetly. So you HAVE to go try them on unless you intend to order and return ship a lot of suits in the next 6 weeks.

There is no avoiding some shopping - sorry. My advice is to get busy now - alterations and decisions will take some time. At least go to the most upper end stores in your area and try a few on. Do be respectful of the Sales Associates time though if you really don't intend to buy - keep it short and sweet - please.

By the way - I personally recommend a very dark navy solid for your occasion - and unlike black you can wear it to work etc. etc. later.

Nothing wrong with black -- especially for the groom. You can wear it for business meetings, too.
Look for a Boss Black Label or Theory suit (maybe Versace Collection) <1k -- available at most decent department stores.



Saturdays said:

Isaia at Off 5th?

I hardly doubt that man.

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Tis the truth. Of course, during the most recent Buy 1, get 1 suit free sale at Off 5th, the local one to me took most of their Isaia suits off the rack and presumably hid them in the back. There were at least 40-50 suits there the week before, and then voila, 6 suits remained. Was not all that thrilled with the move.



bottlerocket said:

Nothing wrong with black -- especially for the groom. You can wear it for business meetings, too.
Look for a Boss Black Label or Theory suit (maybe Versace Collection) <1k -- available at most decent department stores.

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Gasp! You just set off all sorts of SF alarm bells. Those who advocate black suits get smacked around. OP - More people would agree that a nice navy blue is your best option. It's classic, can be worn for all business occasions after the wedding, and besides everyone will be focused on your bride's dress anyway. Your job is to show up!



bottlerocket said:

Nothing wrong with black -- especially for the groom. You can wear it for business meetings, too.
Look for a Boss Black Label or Theory suit (maybe Versace Collection) <1k -- available at most decent department stores.

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-1 Hi Bottle Rocket - not sure you should be posting advice just yet - as you are new around here and are going to find some considerable backlash to this post - as most everything you just said is contrary to SF recommendations.......just saying...... 3......2.......1......



CousinDonuts said:

and besides everyone will be focused on your bride's dress anyway. Your job is to show up!

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Hows that men's warehouse commercial go? while everyone's eyes are on her she'll be looking at you...

I read this forum for some time before joining and find it one of the best forums out there. I realize it leans strongly to the conservative/traditional side. Perhaps a more progressive voice could be welcomed. I enjoy both traditional and other styles. Most importantly, my interest in fashion is driven by having fun. With regard to black suits, I think those rules were abolished long ago.



Gdot said:

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Hi Bottle Rocket - not sure you should be posting advice just yet - as you are new around here and are going to find some considerable backlash to this post - as most everything you just said is contrary to SF recommendations.......just saying......

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he has the same rights as you or anyone else on the forum.

You are quite new on the board yourself



Viral said:

he has the same rights as you or anyone else on the forum.

You are quite new on the board yourself

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Agreed, he does have a right to post - I didn't go against his recommdations specifically you might note - I only offered him the advice that his post was completely opposite of the standards on SF. (As at least one other poster has already mentioned as well.)

1.) Black suits are not considered to be appropriate for business attire (aka Mantone, his book, and many others on here who have a LOT of experience in this regard.) In any case, the OP specifically stated that the bride objected to black - so this seems a bad option to me. I personally love a black suit during the day - but my personal taste has nothing to do with it - does it?

2.) The suit models he proposed are all of fused construction, and there are many higher quality options available for $1000.00.

Perhaps in my attempt to be polite I avoided bringing up these topics specifically - and I should have been more direct in my reply - for that I apologize.

I guess what I'm saying is make sure you understand what you are saying before you say it around here - cuz this crowd is tough!!!!!! 1



Gdot said:

Agreed, he does have a right to post - I didn't go against his recommdations specifically you might note - I only offered him the advice that his post was completely opposite of the standards on SF. (As at least one other poster has already mentioned as well.)

1.) Black suits are not considered to be appropriate for business attire (aka Mantone, his book, and many others on here who have a LOT of experience in this regard.) In any case, the OP specifically stated that the bride objected to black - so this seems a bad option to me. I personally love a black suit during the day - but my personal taste has nothing to do with it - does it?

2.) The suit models he proposed are all of fused construction, and there are many higher quality options available for $1000.00.

Perhaps in my attempt to be polite I avoided bringing up these topics specifically - and I should have been more direct in my reply - for that I apologize.

I guess what I'm saying is make sure you understand what you are saying before you say it around here - cuz this crowd is tough!!!!!! 1

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Thanks..........I knew where you were coming from, but your reply seemed a little rude. Thanks for clarifying.

However, don't believe the hype around here. I'm amazed at how many people assume they are some type of authority on fashion/style/clothes when really they have nothing more than an opinion - which are like assholes.

Nothing wrong with a black suit. Are there alternatives based on what the OP is saying? Of course. However, certain colors & looks are better suited to others. I personally look good in any dark colored suit, even black. Does that mean I lose sleep because the drones on an internet forum will think otherwise? Moreover, would I try to dress in something out of my comfort zone just because someone on SF wrote a book on what they think they know? Hell no.

Too many people here try too hard..........OP, don't be one of them.

No problem. Who is Mantone? Some sort of dogma?
I've never been too concerned about a tough crowd -- especially a digital one!



bottlerocket said:

No problem. Who is Mantone? Some sort of dogma?
I've never been too concerned about a tough crowd -- especially a digital one!

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If you have to ask, he's not important.

Mantone is the user name of a gentleman who recently wrote and released a book about men's suits and proper dress. And by many accounts a resident expert on this forum regarding appropriate business dress. (Of course some will disagree.)

Look up the conservative business dress thread (Conservative Business Dress) if you want to read more. I've read all gazillion pages of it! YIKES!



Saturdays said:

Isaia at Off 5th?

I hardly doubt that man.

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I see them all the time at the Off Fifth in Minneapolis. There normally is a rack with about 10 or 15 in various sizes.