loogoldham
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Hi:
I'm a mid-40s guy who spent his career at web companies thus I've had to wear a suit once every couple of years. My old tried-and-true suit is a size too small and I'd like something a bit nicer. I've also progressed to the C-Suite and need a good suit to wear to investor functions, etc.
I am 5'8 and fluctuate between 168-177#s. Barrel chested and thinner waist. Been called "skinny" but not really.
I've made some decisions:
Navy blue
100% wool (working in Austin and Florida, what type of wool? what #?)
Two button
Notch lapel, standard width
Flat pockets w/flaps
No pleats (!)
No cuffs
One vent?
No shoulder pads
Half break
At least partially canvassed
I've gone over the spreadsheet () and there are just so many choices. I've also seen some videos (e.g. how to make sure a suit fits -- no dent under the shoulder, hand under buttons, doesn't rip when arms fold, etc.) but it all leads to paralysis by information overload.
I thought I'd hit a few shops (Brooks Brothers, Nordstroms, SuitSupply) just to see what's out there, but that would also be comparing apples to oranges to peaches and I just would have no idea if I'm being sold a bill of goods or what not. I'd love to take advantage of that Brooks Brothers online sale if possible.
So instead of just flying out of my house and panic buying I'm hoping to have more guidance on the process.
- What are signs that should make me feel uncomfortable w/the salesperson?
- How do I know when I'm getting ripped off?
- Is it as simple as just going to the three shops and trusting they won't try to rip me off?
- I'd want high-quality fabric that would last 3-5 years with probably once-a-month on average wearings.
- I don't want to "over-buy" a suit -- I'm not a Wall Street guy/high falutin' lawyer. But I do want to dress to impress -- not look like I'm wearing my dad's old suit or a TJ Maxx outfit.
- Disagree with anything I wrote above?
I know, I know. Budget. I guess after tax and tailoring (I don't have a good personal tailor -- would use one at the shop I buy the suit at) I could cross the $1000 barrier. But I love a deal.
Thanks for your help.
I'm a mid-40s guy who spent his career at web companies thus I've had to wear a suit once every couple of years. My old tried-and-true suit is a size too small and I'd like something a bit nicer. I've also progressed to the C-Suite and need a good suit to wear to investor functions, etc.
I am 5'8 and fluctuate between 168-177#s. Barrel chested and thinner waist. Been called "skinny" but not really.
I've made some decisions:
Navy blue
100% wool (working in Austin and Florida, what type of wool? what #?)
Two button
Notch lapel, standard width
Flat pockets w/flaps
No pleats (!)
No cuffs
One vent?
No shoulder pads
Half break
At least partially canvassed
I've gone over the spreadsheet () and there are just so many choices. I've also seen some videos (e.g. how to make sure a suit fits -- no dent under the shoulder, hand under buttons, doesn't rip when arms fold, etc.) but it all leads to paralysis by information overload.
I thought I'd hit a few shops (Brooks Brothers, Nordstroms, SuitSupply) just to see what's out there, but that would also be comparing apples to oranges to peaches and I just would have no idea if I'm being sold a bill of goods or what not. I'd love to take advantage of that Brooks Brothers online sale if possible.
So instead of just flying out of my house and panic buying I'm hoping to have more guidance on the process.
- What are signs that should make me feel uncomfortable w/the salesperson?
- How do I know when I'm getting ripped off?
- Is it as simple as just going to the three shops and trusting they won't try to rip me off?
- I'd want high-quality fabric that would last 3-5 years with probably once-a-month on average wearings.
- I don't want to "over-buy" a suit -- I'm not a Wall Street guy/high falutin' lawyer. But I do want to dress to impress -- not look like I'm wearing my dad's old suit or a TJ Maxx outfit.
- Disagree with anything I wrote above?
I know, I know. Budget. I guess after tax and tailoring (I don't have a good personal tailor -- would use one at the shop I buy the suit at) I could cross the $1000 barrier. But I love a deal.
Thanks for your help.