I’m trying to learn more about men’s suits. After watching Scott try on suits at a few stores I’m surprised by the number of details that there are to attend to. In particular we’re trying to figure out the question of pant cuffs, yes or no?
- What if you only have £200? at English Cut, the weblog of a Bespoke tailor on Savile Row. He offers good advice on general style and what small details to look for.
- Wikipedia entry for suits.
- Men’s Fashion: Part 1, Suits at The Morning News. This article is from 2002 and while we don’t see quite as many three button suits as the article indicates were available in that year, everything here is still relevant. At least, I think so.
- Viewpoint discussion at the Washington Post including guidelines on pant cuffs: flat fronts no cuffs, pleated have cuffs.
- I say there is absolutely no rule against cuffs on flat-fronts. What’s important in this matter is the width of the garment’s legs. at GQ
And a bunch of advice at Ask Metafilter:
- Help me buy some reasonably priced, high quality suits.
- How can you tell if a suit is good quality?
- I would like to buy a suit. But I don’t know what kind of suit I want. I’d love some help with deciding.
- Does anyone have any opinions of the Men’s Wearhouse house brand of suits?
- In men’s suits, what is the typical length for a “short” suit jacket? For a regular jacket? Is there a range of typical lengths?
- What did you wear to your wedding? Tux? Suit? Something in between (is there such a thing?) Help?!
- Should I buy tailored clothes?
- What do I need to know before buying a white dress shirt?
- Can I wear a button-down collar with a suit and tie?
Cuffs? Generally speaking, cuffs tend to make the legs look shorter. And yes, you will find cuffs more often on pleated pants than flat front. Above anything, understand this: there are no HARD rules about men’s clothing, other than never button the bottom button on a vest, jacket or cardigan.
I assume you are looking for something like the last post (in terms of cut and color)? Good choice! My suggestion: try on many many suits, regardless of price. Then find one in your budget that has the right fit in the shoulders and is made of the material you want. You can have the suit altered in a timely fashion to fit most any way you want, as long as the jacket fits in the shoulders. If you’re looking for something classic and generally awesome, go to the Downtown Nordy’s and ask for Terry. He’s the best-dressed guy in town and a REALLY nice guy. For something more contemporary, try Kuhlman on First. They do everything from off the rack sales to custom tailoring. It really just depends on your budget. Final suggestion? Nordstrom Rack downtown. Smaller selection, but great prices, plus they do alterations.
Thank you so much Mr. B. We have a tour of downtown stores planned so we’ll use all your suggestions really soon.
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