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[Cartwright]

What are the thoughts on a navy flannel suit (or, navy suits in general)? Not sure if I am a fan of odd navy trousers, but just wondering on the ability to split the suit up to be worn as odds (e.g. gray pants, navy blazer).

 

[SpierTeam]

Will the $598 price remain?

Yes, the price point for these is $598 USD / $798 CAD.

@SpierTeam Are corduroy shirts still coming? Wasn’t that talked about?

It was something that we were considering, but unfortunately no corduroy shirts for this season. However, it is definitely something we would like to revisit in the future.

 

[vriche]

What are the thoughts on a navy flannel suit (or, navy suits in general)? Not sure if I am a fan of odd navy trousers, but just wondering on the ability to split the suit up to be worn as odds (e.g. gray pants, navy blazer).

That’s absolutely possible depending on whether or not the jacket is styled in a more casual way such as having patch pockets as opposed to flops. The Navy VBC blazer suit in flannel is perfect for that and I plan on wearing just the jacket with grey trousers.

 

[Cartwright]

That’s absolutely possible depending on whether or not the jacket is styled in a more casual way such as having patch pockets as opposed to flops. The Navy VBC blazer suit in flannel is perfect for that and I plan on wearing just the jacket with grey trousers.

Thanks - I was thinking of the VBC navy neo blazer, so good to hear it'll work. Just at odds whether I get the trousers as well (I have the Botto grays) to make a full suit, or if I skip the navy trousers in lieu of a different colour (e.g. brown, another grey, etc.)

 

[vriche]

I got the full suit just for versatility sake since I wear suits more often than SC’s and trousers. But I don’t really plan on wearing the trousers by themselves.

 

[vriche]

Yes, the price point for these is $598 USD / $798 CAD.

That’s an amazing value and the fact that the style is Neapolitan just takes them over the top.

 

[Rugger]

Will there be full canvas options without the high rise trousers?

 

[vriche]

S&M Medium Grey Flannel Blazer Suit with S&M MTM shirt.

 

[FlyingHorker]

@SpierTeam an athletic cut with more thigh room and a bit more of a hem opening would be reeeal nice for dress trousers.

i'm imagining that with MTO high rise trousers mmmmmmmmmm

 

[dluce76]

That’s absolutely possible depending on whether or not the jacket is styled in a more casual way such as having patch pockets as opposed to flops. The Navy VBC blazer suit in flannel is perfect for that and I plan on wearing just the jacket with grey trousers.

I have last year's non-neo. I don't break it up as I have other navy blazers, but I do think that the buttons add a lot to the suit v separates discussion. While a subtle detail, dark brown or charcoal/grey/black buttons will make it look more formal, even with patch pockets IMHO.

If using it as a blazer, I'd get the stock buttons swapped out for a mid brown or mixed tan/black horn. Something with a brighter color that dresses it down.

 

[breakaway01]

@SpierTeam an athletic cut with more thigh room and a bit more of a hem opening would be reeeal nice for dress trousers.

I find the contemporary trousers a little too snug in the lower leg to drape cleanly, and I’m hardly what you’d call “athletic” at 5’10” 145 lb. Wish there were more fabric inlay in the seams to allow for widening the trousers more.

Have considered MTO but sizing up from 30 to 32 only yields a very small increase in hem opening (15.5 to 15.7 IIRC). Can’t go to 34 because the waist is too large unfortunately.

 

[ericgereghty]

S&M Medium Grey Flannel Blazer Suit with S&M MTM shirt. View attachment 1296039 View attachment 1296040

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[FlyingHorker]

I find the contemporary trousers a little too snug in the lower leg to drape cleanly, and I’m hardly what you’d call “athletic” at 5’10” 145 lb. Wish there were more fabric inlay in the seams to allow for widening the trousers more.

Have considered MTO but sizing up from 30 to 32 only yields a very small increase in hem opening (15.5 to 15.7 IIRC). Can’t go to 34 because the waist is too large unfortunately.

I'm the exact same weight/height with the exact same issue!

 

[tricky]

So subjective. I find I need to taper the contemporary trousers.

 

[APF_TO]

Apologies if this has been discussed. I didn’t see any recent commentary on the subject.

What’s the difference between the MTM (in store only) suits and the ones available MTO online? It looks like you can make adjustments to the fit on the MTO pieces, so is the MTM just more flexible?

From the website’s FAQ:

Our MTM suit program is only available in-store at this time. However, we do have a Made-To-Order (MTO) program available on our website, which allows you to order a custom garment in a fabric and stock size of your choice. You can also make minor adjustments to the stock measurements, as well as choose style details such as the lapels, pockets, etc.

The FAQ only mentions suits. Are there MTM sport coats in-store, or only the MTO online?