Suitsupply NYC

[masernaut]

I've been interested in a weekender bag for years but they're always too expensive. Last night they had some very cheap options but the one I really liked was like 60% more at $215 CAD. But today they all sold except the one I liked. So, you know, fate or whatever. View attachment 1368938

Suitsupply isn't a leather or accessory business. That's just something on the side. So whatever you get, it really wouldn't be worth it. Save up for a nice weekender from Filson or related brands. It will be 100% worth it.

 

[Noblekostas]

The $250 navy lazio is a stupid good deal. I wish they had more basic grays in stock than basic navies but someone out there is hitting the jackpot.

I got this yesterday for 210$ and it’s awesome. Wool cashmere and I wanted a light grey check!

 

[Noblekostas]

Suitsupply isn't a leather or accessory business. That's just something on the side. So whatever you get, it really wouldn't be worth it. Save up for a nice weekender from Filson or related brands. It will be 100% worth it.

Can second. Stay away from the bags. They are especially weak in the handles. One customer returned three in the space of 3-4 months as the glue “broke” and the handle ripped off. The corduroy weekender is a little more unique, but you can probably find something better for similar prices.

 

[khoshiko]

I got this yesterday for 210$ and it’s awesome. Wool cashmere and I wanted a light grey check!

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Yep I ended up getting a herringbone gray and I'm excited about it, but I meant as a starter suit in medium/charcoal gray. Still good options out there though.

 

[Rugger]

Can second. Stay away from the bags. They are especially weak in the handles. One customer returned three in the space of 3-4 months as the glue “broke” and the handle ripped off. The corduroy weekender is a little more unique, but you can probably find something better for similar prices.

What are your thoughts on the dress shirts?

 

[pomor]

Outlet prices are better than J. Crew

Hearing chatter in financial circles JCrew might be done after this (as a company, not necessarily as a brand. The brand might come back in a few years — just like what Toys R Us is trying to do)

 

[sansimeon]

Just received shipping notifications for two of my three orders!

 

[masernaut]

Just received shipping notifications for two of my three orders!

That's fast. And exciting.

 

[pomor]

why would they need to close stores? I’m sure they have a better sight of their stores performance than people just making assumptions from abroad...

I think it’s just a matter of convenience, risk and capital requirements

Oversaturation of the market. Suitsupply caters to a percent of a percent. 24 stores,18 million people — could be writeoffs and other incentives to keep these brick-and-mortars since it’s a domestic company so operating costs are lower. UK — just across the channel - 3 stores, 80+ million people — comparable income and demographics. Why not continue to open more stores there?

To answer my own question: it’s going to continue going online anyway, however, there is market for in-store experience of a brand like this. But don’t be a Zara or H&M and open hundreds of stores across the continent. There should be a middle ground. I would gladly visit a Suitsupply a few times a year while continuing to shop online. I would never set my foot in a mall though (haven’t really since around 2008).

Bottom line: I see opportunities to continue opening stores in established and some emerging economies — US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia, France, Germany, heck, even Italy (one store in Milan and that’s it?)

EDIT: Also wondering if Fokke still likes staying private after 20 years or if there’s any evolving thinking going on. Would love for anyone in the know to chime in.

 

[sansimeon]

That's fast. And exciting.

Yup! Last one confirmed just now.

 

[Rugger]

Yup! Last one confirmed just now.

Where are you ordering from?

 

[sansimeon]

Where are you ordering from?

EU based. Items might still ship from wherever, based on previous experience.

 

[hschrapel]

Also EU based and just got a shipping notification for 5 suits in 1 order.

 

[Noblekostas]

What are your thoughts on the dress shirts?

The traveler ones are nice. Pretty ok for the price overall. They overhype the egyptian cotton stuff, but they are not bad shirts. Their worst part are the buttons. They feel flimsy and often break or will come off as they don't sew them so strong. I got mine for 76% discount while working there. Jort ones are overpriced AF and also extra slimmer.

Also EU based and just got a shipping notification for 5 suits in 1 order.

Jag också! Ska levereras på Onsdag!

 

[Noblekostas]

Oversaturation of the market. Suitsupply caters to a percent of a percent. 24 stores,18 million people — could be writeoffs and other incentives to keep these brick-and-mortars since it’s a domestic company so operating costs are lower. UK — just across the channel - 3 stores, 80+ million people — comparable income and demographics. Why not continue to open more stores there?

To answer my own question: it’s going to continue going online anyway, however, there is market for in-store experience of a brand like this. But don’t be a Zara or H&M and open hundreds of stores across the continent. There should be a middle ground. I would gladly visit a Suitsupply a few times a year while continuing to shop online. I would never set my foot in a mall though (haven’t really since around 2008).

Bottom line: I see opportunities to continue opening stores in established and some emerging economies — US, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Australia, France, Germany, heck, even Italy (one store in Milan and that’s it?)

EDIT: Also wondering if Fokke still likes staying private after 20 years or if there’s any evolving thinking going on. Would love for anyone in the know to chime in.

I met Fokke during my first day at work. Peculiar interesting guy, took us all out for dinner. He seemed to personally care about the brand and has a more hands on approach. His favorite jacket is that horrendous (for me) giro inglese weave navy one. They are heavily investing all the time and work with very low margins. The top shops in revenue were NYC, Amsterdam, Stockholm, Shanghai, Moscow etc. Suistudio is underperforming. I don't see him selling anytime soon, but their business model will be tested right now.