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[gonnagetmine]

I’m looking for some advice on a suit. I need to pick up a navy suit and looking at the various options. I’ve owned Hickey Freeman and Samuelson level of suits in the past. I’ve lost weight and not looking to spend $$$$. I’m working in a conservative business environment and looking at the basic navy suit:

Navy Suit | SPIER & MACKAY

Spier & Mackay

www.spierandmackay.com

I have a decent tailor. I’ve read a few reviews but given the thousands of pages, I’m hoping for quick summary. Is this a decent suit? Coming from HF and Samuelson, am I going to be happy? I’m a 42L. Does sizing match up?

That's a good choice but I'd go with this one for 100 more. 320 high twist should be versatile temperature wise, durable, and very wrinkle resistant. Jetted pockets are cleaner IMO and just as classic/versatile.

Sizing wise I'm very close to your size 6'1" 180, 33W, and 40L fits well off the rack.

Navy High Twist Neo Cut Suit | SPIER & MACKAY

Spier & Mackay

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[blackgrass]

Thanks….that is extremely helpful. Given our closeness in size, do you go with the slim or contemporary fit?

 

[gonnagetmine]

Thanks….that is extremely helpful. Given our closeness in size, do you go with the slim or contemporary fit?

Contemporary

 

[KlarkKent]

Can you guys describe the difference between fits? I am 6’ 175 42L with a 33” (dress pants). I’m wearing slim fit Charles Tyrwhitt 16 x 35 shirts. I’m in a business/finance environment so I’m leaning more towards the classic look of the contemporary style. The lack of pocket flaps may be a deal breaker for me.

The VBC suit you posted has flap pockets. Do you prefer without them, "jetted pockets."

 

[KlarkKent]

That's a good choice but I'd go with this one for 100 more. 320 high twist should be versatile temperature wise, durable, and very wrinkle resistant. Jetted pockets are cleaner IMO and just as classic/versatile.

Sizing wise I'm very close to your size 6'1" 180, 33W, and 40L fits well off the rack.

Navy High Twist Neo Cut Suit | SPIER & MACKAY

Spier & Mackay

www.spierandmackay.com

I would not go with this one for the office. Reason being spalla camicia and quarter lining is too casual and sartorial for business setting. I say that while currently wearing the Fox brothers Char Navy herringbone sport coat that is Neo cut on this casual Friday. But for my standard suited up especially with a tie outfits I much much prefer a bit of structure and padding in the shoulders.

 

[KlarkKent]

Also worth pointing out the trousers are high rise and pleated on the Marling and Evans and flat front and regular rise on the VBC.

Imo VBC is the more conservative choice.

 

[blackgrass]

The VBC suit you posted has flap pockets. Do you prefer without them, "jetted pockets."

I would prefer without the jetted pockets but it is not a deal breaker for a higher quality suit. I used to a more traditional flap pocket so the jetted pockets comes off as being a little more formal that my normal style.

 

[classicoutfits]

Thanks….that is extremely helpful. Given our closeness in size, do you go with the slim or contemporary fit?

I am 6" 2', 150 lb. I wear 38L contemporary. Waist 32-33, minor alteration.
Can not go wrong with the VBC you posted. I personally prefer heavier fabric for more versatility, but if you live in a warmer climate, then that will be a great suit plus it is woven in Italy compared to the majoriy of SM offerings

 

[gonnagetmine]

@KlarkKent Technically I agree but in today's society 99% people aren't going to look at a solid navy neo and see those details, and if they do, aren't going to associate with casual. But I've never worked in a formal business office so my opinion may be moot.

More importantly, can you post a pic of your jacket? Thanks in advance.

 

[blackgrass]

Do they typically run sales? I get 10% off as an introductory offer. I was thinking one suit to start but if sales are rare two may be the smarter move for me.

 

[gonnagetmine]

Do they typically run sales? I get 10% off as an introductory offer. I was thinking one suit to start but if sales are rare two may be the smarter move for me.

Not infrequent but just missed the black Friday Cyber Monday so not sure when the next one will be. A good sale usually means 15-20%. Problem is the only have a few in each size, and when they're gone, they're gone, so I would take the 10%.

 

[JohnMRobie]

I would not go with this one for the office. Reason being spalla camicia and quarter lining is too casual and sartorial for business setting. I say that while currently wearing the Fox brothers Char Navy herringbone sport coat that is Neo cut on this casual Friday. But for my standard suited up especially with a tie outfits I much much prefer a bit of structure and padding in the shoulders.

This is f*cking nonsense iGent quality advice.

 

[KlarkKent]

This is f*cking nonsense iGent quality advice.

I'm far from an igent..whatever the fu¢k that means..

However i work at a large bank in Manhattan and wear a suit and tie 4 days a week. A sartorial cut suit will stand out on the margin against what 99% of your colleagues wear. For a solid navy it will be marginal but the silhouette is different than the norm. Not enough to categorically throw you into the Dandy category but all things considered I'd definitely revert to the more common structured shoulder if the goal is to look good but not stand out too much.

 

[WhyUEarly]

Hey not to distract from the intriguing convo on spalla camica for the office.

Has anyone tried the cashmere shawl cardigan? Is it as nice as the stuff The Armoury would sell or the Permanent Style ones that are like 3x the price? Would it be too iGent to wear to an office?

 

[Crispyj]

I'm far from an igent..whatever the fu¢k that means..

However i work at a large bank in Manhattan and wear a suit and tie 4 days a week. A sartorial cut suit will stand out on the margin against what 99% of your colleagues wear. For a solid navy it will be marginal but the silhouette is different than the norm. Not enough to categorically throw you into the Dandy category but all things considered I'd definitely revert to the more common structured shoulder if the goal is to look good but not stand out too much.

You've obviously never seen a real Neapolitan jacket if you think it's not formal enough.