Tuxedo or Formal Suit

[Lokani]

Is it possible to get a great quality suit/tuxedo for the price you pay at J.Crew? Or are there better options? Thanks in advance!

Lokani

 

[GBR]

Which are you talking about? They are very different articles which are not interchangeable.

 

[Lokani]

Thanks GBR for your reply. I'm sorry I didn't think about that. I suppose a suit then... since it might be more versatile.

When I'm looking at suits online, most places write 100% wool. I know there are tiers of quality like (super 120s etc).. but when looking at designer fashion labels vs. j.crew or any off the rack suit. How do I know what to look for? I'm pretty inexperienced to building a wardrobe. So I guess I'm looking for direction.

I'll clarify, theres is a vivienne westwood suit and a j.crew suit I've looked at. Both would describe 100% wool. What then would you use to say which is better? Thanks in advance!

 

[Veremund]

Whichever one fits better, is better. As you're inexperienced, you shouldn't buy suits online. You need to try them on to be sure they fit perfectly in the shoulders.

 

[archibaldleach]

Definitely try them on. For one thing, certain cuts or models may fit you better and a well fitting suit will look better than a suit that does not fit as well. If the suit fits well, it can look more expensive as well. Also, even if you're inexperienced, you can probably tell something by feeling the fabric, which is something you cannot do online. Don't pay much attention to the "Super" labels of less expensive off the rack suits.

 

[Lokani]

Thank you all. Yeah, I do think I need to transition from online shopping to actually trying things in store. It's sometimes intimidating. Maybe I'll get the hang of things and learn how to build a solid wardrobe.

 

[pleco]

Thank you all. Yeah, I do think I need to transition from online shopping to actually trying things in store. It's sometimes intimidating. Maybe I'll get the hang of things and learn how to build a solid wardrobe.

http://www.styleforum.net/a/how-should-i-start-my-business-wardrobe

 

[tylerbirt23]

I think J Crew is okay. I mean my friend got his suit for prom there. I’m just not sure about the price, though.

 

[JLibourel]



Thank you all. Yeah, I do think I need to transition from online shopping to actually trying things in store. It's sometimes intimidating. Maybe I'll get the hang of things and learn how to build a solid wardrobe. 

What's intimidating about buying a suit in a store? That's what they're there for--to sell you a suit!

Here are a few tips about what not to buy.

If the lapels on the jacket "pop," i.e., buckle out in front of your chest, pass on it. (It have this problem with most ready-to-wear suit coats).

If fabric bunches up behind your neck, don't get it.

If the shoulders on the jacket extend well beyond your natural shoulders, pass on it.

If the fit around the armholes feels "off" or in any way uncomfortable, don't get it.

Perhaps others can suggest some other things to look out for. Above all, DON'T be conned by dishonest salesmen who say, "Our expert alterations tailors can fix that." Alterations tailors can fix some things just fine, like sleeve and trouser length, and tweak the garment in some other ways, but there is much they simply cannot do.