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WW Chan vs. Samuelsohn... or Something Else?

post #1 of 21
12/25/11 at 8:23pm
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I am looking to spend ~$1,300 for a classic Navy blue suit. I have been told that WW Chan and Samuelsohn produce a great suit in that price range. Thus, I was wondering if the members of this forum would recommend I go with Samuelsohn or with WW Chan (when he comes to the US in March)?

Also relevant, would it make more sense for me to explore OTR options v. MTM at that price point. I am 6' and relatively athletically built and do not feel that MTM is necessary.... but was told it has the best bang for your buck at that price point. Any comments or advice would be much appreciated.
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post #2 of 21
12/25/11 at 8:43pm
you could easily find full canvas Hickey Freeman below $500 at Last Call.
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post #3 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:00pm
Chan makes a great suit that wears like armor. For what they deliver, it is a very good deal for bespoke.

That said, if you can find a RTW suit that looks good on you, by all means, go for it. A good deal is a good deal. However, I will say that it's surprisingly uncommon to find a decent solid navy suit, which is why I splurged for one from Chan. I have no regrets.
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post #4 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:09pm
Is there a reason you need a plain navy suit? Interviews? I have one midnight navy suit for interviews, and that's probably the only thing other than a Funeral that I would wear that for. They're just pretty boring and unappealing to me.
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post #5 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:14pm
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I am seeking employment in a conservative industry and am looking for a classic navy blue to begin building a SF-approved wardrobe (cost-effective). However, I look forward to exploring more edgy patterns in the future. Any tips or advice would be much appreciated. Thanks for the feed back thus far everybody.
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post #6 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:16pm
Here's some inspiration for you, Tony. Because I love you.

http://www.styleforum.net/t/229964/in-praise-of-navy
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post #7 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:21pm
Don't know much about Chan, but you can get very good deals on MTM Samuelsohns - especially during MTM events. You can even get a solid navy for 1100 and a 3 piece navy for around 1300.
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post #8 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:21pm
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Originally Posted by mlee65 View Post

I am seeking employment in a conservative industry and am looking for a classic navy blue to begin building a SF-approved wardrobe (cost-effective). However, I look forward to exploring more edgy patterns in the future. Any tips or advice would be much appreciated. Thanks for the feed back thus far everybody.

Fair enough. If you have to wear a suit to work everyday and don't have too many or it's conservative. Wearing the same memorable pattern everyday wouldn't be the best idea. icon_gu_b_slayer[1].gif
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post #9 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:24pm
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Originally Posted by UrbanComposition View Post

Here's some inspiration for you, Tony. Because I love you.
http://www.styleforum.net/t/229964/in-praise-of-navy

Navy is great, but solid navy blends in with the crowd for me. I clicked your blog and saw the brown Garrison suit again; now that one is fantastic. It has a great color you don't see too often, awesome wide lapels, and a fantastic shoulder. That's the kind of suit I like. Maybe it's just me, though, since I don't wear suits/sport coats for work.
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post #10 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:43pm
]I'd be pretty hesitant to go with Chan without fittings for the first suit.

I'd go to different stores to try as many suits as possible to see what you like and what fits.
Edited by dragon8 - 12/25/11 at 10:20pm
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post #11 of 21
12/25/11 at 9:47pm
Thank you. That Garrison is indeed nice. And brown is an underrated color, true. Unfortunately, it is precisely for that reason that it stands out. On the other hand, no one's going to ask, "Is that the same solid navy suit you wore the other day?"

For that reason, navy's secret power lies in what cannot be seen: when there is nothing other than a solid color of navy or gray, the eyes will naturally be drawn to the face. In certain instances, this is what you want. Of course, if you have a face like the Toxic Avenger, go for the tartan (it is holiday season, after all).
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post #12 of 21
12/25/11 at 10:00pm
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I guess the overarching question at hand is what would you recommend in terms of labels or MTM programs for a classic navy blue suit in the $1100-$1300 range? Thanks for all the insight thus far, happy holidays.
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post #13 of 21
12/26/11 at 1:56am
It's Boxing week, try BB if you fit OTR well, I was browsing shoes in there a couple of weeks ago and there was what seemed to be nothing but navy suits in there. It might just be me, but I rarely see plain navy suits from the usual OTR suspects in the stores, only saw a plain navy from mainline Zegna this season.
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post #14 of 21
12/26/11 at 3:12am
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Originally Posted by mlee65 View Post

I guess the overarching question at hand is what would you recommend in terms of labels or MTM programs for a classic navy blue suit in the $1100-$1300 range? Thanks for all the insight thus far, happy holidays.

I would recommend getting a Chan. Since you'll be able to have you own stylistic details down with good construction.
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post #15 of 21
12/26/11 at 3:37am
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Originally Posted by Tony Romo View Post

Is there a reason you need a plain navy suit? Interviews? I have one midnight navy suit for interviews, and that's probably the only thing other than a Funeral that I would wear that for. They're just pretty boring and unappealing to me.

The mother of tedium remains black by far (tuxedos excluded), but Solid navy suits are really boring!

I sold all my solid navy and black suits on the bay and kept one thom Browne black tux.

Each to his taste though.. Good luck smile.gif
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