Decisions on first real suit

[cbbuff]

Originally Posted by phxlawstudent

Honestly, its really really difficult to find a navy suit at a really deep discount, even a used one. Everyone needs one, or two, or three...

It is harder to find a solid Navy, but it can be done. It's certainly not impossible.

You have a couple of months, so look around for a deal on a Zegna, RLBL, RLPL, Canali, etc. Or if a deal comes up on a Fitz, but that.

I wouldn't worry about not being able to try on a suit first if you know your measurements and have tried the models on in stores. You should expect to take your suit to a good tailor regardless to fine tune the fit. Build a couple of weeks into your timeline to account for this.

 

[KObalto]

Originally Posted by phxlawstudent

OP never specified a slim cut...

And yes you can. Watch.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Oxxford-Clothes-...item5d2a47229a


You didn't mention used. That hasn't really been mentioned as an option in this thread. I assumed a slimmer cut because the OP liked the fit of the Fitz. BTW, the suit you linked to is a pinstripe.
The best option seems to be the one mentioned above: get the BB store to order a Fitz in navy and use the Corporate Card.
Benjamin suits have a great reputation for the money but I wouldn't order my first suit off the web.

 

[bleachboy]

Originally Posted by ssantan2

bleachboy, just checked out wizards of ahhs store on ebay and saw this

http://cgi.ebay.com/DANIELE-MENS-129...ht_10676wt_993

I really like that suit and if what the description says is true seems like a hell of a deal. only one thing tat worries me is idk how it will fit on me

There is a big thread around here somewhere about Wizard of Ahhhs. Basically, anybody who's tried one of his suits has been really happy with it. They are nice suits and look great; the details on them makes them look like a much more expensive suit. Based on the measurements, it looks like you might want to size down one, depending on your body type.

 

[ssantan2]

Originally Posted by KObalto

You didn't mention used. That hasn't really been mentioned as an option in this thread. I assumed a slimmer cut because the OP liked the fit of the Fitz. BTW, the suit you linked to is a pinstripe.
The best option seems to be the one mentioned above: get the BB store to order a Fitz in navy and use the Corporate Card.
Benjamin suits have a great reputation for the money but I wouldn't order my first suit off the web.

I would like the suit to be new. you are right I did not mention that. I did mention slim cut in the OP but i said "slim style". I guess that might mean something different but yea a slim style solid navy with no pleat flat front trousers and a canvassed interlining are my only real reqs.

bleachboy, how did you determine based on the measurements provided that a size down would be good for me? and is that for just this suit or how they cut all there suits and a general rule for wizards of ahhs?

 

[phxlawstudent]

Originally Posted by KObalto

You didn't mention used. That hasn't really been mentioned as an option in this thread. I assumed a slimmer cut because the OP liked the fit of the Fitz. BTW, the suit you linked to is a pinstripe.
The best option seems to be the one mentioned above: get the BB store to order a Fitz in navy and use the Corporate Card.
Benjamin suits have a great reputation for the money but I wouldn't order my first suit off the web.

Good points. But you can still get a new Oxxford on ebay for $500 ish. Its a huge crap shoot though as to what the sellers have. Doubtful a solid navy will show up, so I'm with you there.

I concur, the BB Fitz with the corporate card is the best option for a first suit. You can stack the Brooks Buys with the 15% too, so you save even more if you buy two suits. I know you don't want two suits, but think of it this way. A navy and charcoal suit that fits you well will last you for a very very long time. And in the future you won't have to worry about suits.

 

[KObalto]

Originally Posted by ssantan2

KObalto, thanks for pointing out that BB number at borders. I feel like an idiot for not seeing it before lol.


The numbers aren't there until you log back in after joining Borders Rewards, rather confusing.

 

[phxlawstudent]

Originally Posted by ssantan2

I would like the suit to be new. you are right I did not mention that. I did mention slim cut in the OP but i said "slim style". I guess that might mean something different but yea a slim style solid navy with no pleat flat front trousers and a canvassed interlining are my only real reqs.

bleachboy, how did you determine based on the measurements provided that a size down would be good for me? and is that for just this suit or how they cut all there suits and a general rule for wizards of ahhs?

If you look at the Wizard's actual measurement chart he uses, the actual measurements are a size down of what is marked. For example, a 38R usually has no larger than 18" shoulders and a 42" chest. Usually a 41" chest is common. So, if I wanted a suit, to get those measurements, I would have to size down to a 36.

Also, from what I've read on the forums, Baroni (the brand he sells and rebrands) is half canvassed, not full canvassed. I also hear they have low arm holes. Again, no personal experience, but I was really really close to buying one and did a lot of research.

 

[ssantan2]

That is really weird about the borders reward thing.

It seems like wizards of ahhs Marco Valentino suits are slim cut and I have read some positive threads about those specific suits. I am gonna continue searching some deals but am still torn between if I want to buy a suit online. it pretty much comes to if I do buy a suit in person its going to be a BB fitz but online opens up a lot of options.

 

[cbbuff]

Never bought a Wizard suit, but he has great cust service and return policy. You can also get as separates if you have a larger than normal drop, which can be a huge plus if you are slim.

Don't expect Oxxford quality, but probably approaching BB quality. I think you get another 10% off for mentioning SF or AAAC, so less than $300 is a very good deal.

 

[ssantan2]

Originally Posted by cbbuff

Never bought a Wizard suit, but he has great cust service and return policy. You can also get as separates if you have a larger than normal drop, which can be a huge plus if you are slim.

Don't expect Oxxford quality, but probably approaching BB quality. I think you get another 10% off for mentioning SF or AAAC, so less than $300 is a very good deal.

Would you consider a MV suit to be a good better deal then a BB then? The more I read about MV suits the more interested I am in purchasing one over the BB fitz

 

[lantern]

OP:

Since you're in the Chicago area, I would highly recommend Morris & Sons, Chicago. They have high quality stuff and sell at competitive prices. $500-$1000 is their lower end, but it's all very good quality, sales staff are knowledgeable and their on-site alterations are very good and very reasonably priced.
I got several suits there, and really like the place.

 

[Liquidus]

I would get the BB Fitz now since you can always return it if you change your mind.

 

[ssantan2]

Been really bored today so just been searching the ebay for deals and I came across this one. I was wondering if this is legitimate http://cgi.ebay.com/E-ZEGNA-Suit-40-...#ht_996wt_1141

 

[Liquidus]

At 5'9" you may want a short. Not sure though.

 

[ssantan2]

Originally Posted by Liquidus

At 5'9" you may want a short. Not sure though.

You know I was actually thinking about too. I noticed some of the jackets I tried were a little on the long side but they said that could be shortened.

Another question I had was about the benjamin suits at ehaberdasher.com

I see that they have solid navy suit seperates for sale. Would that be just the same thing as a solid navy suit from them (which they don't have in stock). I wonder because if it was why wouldn't they just sell them as a suit instead of the seperates. Also are the seperates lower quality then the actual suits like they are at BB?