JRinDC
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I'm new to this forum, and I'm sure some of these questions have been discussed, but if you would indulge me I would appreciate it. I'm a non-profit lawyer. I don't have the cash for some of the clothes discussed here, though I appreciate them very much. Even if I did, I'm cheap. But I still want to look my best, and I'm thinking about getting into the MTM or Custom market for a few items. I'm going to post questions in a couple of different threads to seperate the issues. FWIW, sizewize I'm pretty much a perfect 40R (maybe 38R in Hugo Boss), with a 6 inch drop. 33 sleeve.
Episode 1: Ordering a custom or MTM suits
I'm thinking about ordering a MTM suit from a local tailor for about $800. How do I know if I'm getting a good deal? Am I better off getting something off the rack at Brooks or Nordstrom or a discount suit store? What things should I look for to know the quality? What specific things should I ask for? I'm considering a charcoal grey suit (I don't have one), good super 120s wool, peak lapel, 2 1/2 or 3 button, with no vents or a double vent. What do you think? Is the peak lapel ok?
I'm a size that works fairly well off the rack, but this tailor made me a great mohair and grosgrain tuxedo that I love, and I'm inclined to try it again. Still, if it gives you an idea, I've never paid more than about $400 for a suit.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Episode 1: Ordering a custom or MTM suits
I'm thinking about ordering a MTM suit from a local tailor for about $800. How do I know if I'm getting a good deal? Am I better off getting something off the rack at Brooks or Nordstrom or a discount suit store? What things should I look for to know the quality? What specific things should I ask for? I'm considering a charcoal grey suit (I don't have one), good super 120s wool, peak lapel, 2 1/2 or 3 button, with no vents or a double vent. What do you think? Is the peak lapel ok?
I'm a size that works fairly well off the rack, but this tailor made me a great mohair and grosgrain tuxedo that I love, and I'm inclined to try it again. Still, if it gives you an idea, I've never paid more than about $400 for a suit.
Any advice would be appreciated.