brittain
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In a few weeks I'll be meeting with Patrick of WW Chan to be measured for my first bespoke suit. Ive got several questions and would be interested in some input before I pull the trigger.
Below is what I currently own. They are all SB; all are 2B except the gray sharkskin, which is a 3B roll 2B. All are dual vent except the khaki cotton, which is a single vent.
gray sharkskin
navy micro-pinstripe
charcoal pinstripe
black
khaki cotton
chocolate brown
For my first suit, Im thinking either a solid navy or a POW check. From what Ive read on here, the VBC cloth seems to be a smart choice for a first suit, then perhaps try something pricier once Chan has perfected my fit.
I work in government, but already have somewhat of a reputation for dressing differently (meaning: I dont wear short sleeve shirts with ties), so not fitting into the exact office stereotype isnt that important to me. I want something I can wear to work, but wouldnt have a problem wearing out to happy hour or dinner, or the occasional wedding, etc.
Ticket/Hacking pockets- I like them both but am concerned they might date the suit. Am I going to want to be wearing ticket pockets or hacking pockets in 5-10 years?
I also plan to order a sportcoat, fabric as yet undetermined.
If all goes well with Chan, I would like to order a DB suit and an unstructured linen jacket for my next go-round.
I guess the point of this thread is to get some input on my color/cloth selections, and any advice on the ticket/hacking pockets. Any advice is welcome.
Thanks
Below is what I currently own. They are all SB; all are 2B except the gray sharkskin, which is a 3B roll 2B. All are dual vent except the khaki cotton, which is a single vent.
gray sharkskin
navy micro-pinstripe
charcoal pinstripe
black
khaki cotton
chocolate brown
For my first suit, Im thinking either a solid navy or a POW check. From what Ive read on here, the VBC cloth seems to be a smart choice for a first suit, then perhaps try something pricier once Chan has perfected my fit.
I work in government, but already have somewhat of a reputation for dressing differently (meaning: I dont wear short sleeve shirts with ties), so not fitting into the exact office stereotype isnt that important to me. I want something I can wear to work, but wouldnt have a problem wearing out to happy hour or dinner, or the occasional wedding, etc.
Ticket/Hacking pockets- I like them both but am concerned they might date the suit. Am I going to want to be wearing ticket pockets or hacking pockets in 5-10 years?
I also plan to order a sportcoat, fabric as yet undetermined.
If all goes well with Chan, I would like to order a DB suit and an unstructured linen jacket for my next go-round.
I guess the point of this thread is to get some input on my color/cloth selections, and any advice on the ticket/hacking pockets. Any advice is welcome.
Thanks