Captain Winky
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So I was walking through H&M of all places today when I saw something I hadn't seen before there: a normal (not uber-trendy) tux (sold as separates). I've wanted to replace my JAB tux for a while because it doesn't fit, and I thought this might be a great one to have in the mean time in case I need it (seeing as it was only $190). The tux description is as follows:
One button
Shawl collar
Slight texture to the wool
Satin facings on collar/lapels, buttons, waistband, pant legs
Flat front trousers
Slim fit
There were a few non-traditional features, and I wanted to see everyone's thoughts on these (whether any were deal-killers):
1. Only one button on the cuff.
2. Pocket flaps and no satin trim around the rim of the pocket (I've heard they can be removed but not sure if that applies to any and all types of suits).
3. Belt loops (Again, I've heard it's possible to remove these). Worst case I suppose I wear a cummerbund, though I rarely wear a waist covering at all, and if I had to wear one I'd prefer a waistcoat.
4. It's on the shorter side. The sleeve length is fine, it's the body that's a bit short. In my estimation, all that means is that once shorter suits are out it'll be harder to wear this one.
5. The trousers all appeared to have been previously hung on a too-snug suit hanger and had a crease across the side. I know that'll steam out of the wool, will it steam out of the satin too?
Overall, I thought it was a bit nicer than their regular suits, and since I don't wear a tux that often, I don't want a really nice one until it's also a good deal. From the above description, what do you think, go for it? Oh, and the only work it needs is shortening of the trousers.
One button
Shawl collar
Slight texture to the wool
Satin facings on collar/lapels, buttons, waistband, pant legs
Flat front trousers
Slim fit
There were a few non-traditional features, and I wanted to see everyone's thoughts on these (whether any were deal-killers):
1. Only one button on the cuff.
2. Pocket flaps and no satin trim around the rim of the pocket (I've heard they can be removed but not sure if that applies to any and all types of suits).
3. Belt loops (Again, I've heard it's possible to remove these). Worst case I suppose I wear a cummerbund, though I rarely wear a waist covering at all, and if I had to wear one I'd prefer a waistcoat.
4. It's on the shorter side. The sleeve length is fine, it's the body that's a bit short. In my estimation, all that means is that once shorter suits are out it'll be harder to wear this one.
5. The trousers all appeared to have been previously hung on a too-snug suit hanger and had a crease across the side. I know that'll steam out of the wool, will it steam out of the satin too?
Overall, I thought it was a bit nicer than their regular suits, and since I don't wear a tux that often, I don't want a really nice one until it's also a good deal. From the above description, what do you think, go for it? Oh, and the only work it needs is shortening of the trousers.