Why Invest on a Men’s Suit (or Invest Anew)

Who would’ve imagined that an old Pink Panther movie would be my first meeting with the very essential men’s suit? I was really puzzled at first as to why Cato, the valet, had to go to the trouble of brushing Inspector Jacques Closeau’s suit. I was to learn later on that the suit , or a blazer, is an investment, and any serious gentleman without one is in many ways the poorer.

A point for consideration before investing is that your lifestyle may not really need suits. Whatever the case, you ought to at least have one. Let’s take a shot at the main reasons why, aside from the fact that Inspector Closeau managed to have one.

We can simply come up with a lot of reasons why a suit deserves to be considered in your budget if you don’t have one, and why they need to be replaced if you bought ill-suited ones. First off, if you live in an urban area, chances are not far that your typical day crisscrosses the office, corporate events in and out of town, the occasional wedding… in short, events that need some serious power dressing. Aren’t you relieved that you are not at a loss when you need to come in a suit? Even if those events are far in between, at least you brighten up the hosts’ day for upping the ante in terms of class and taste. Which brings us to the next reason that a suit also exudes a sense of confidence and responsibility. People can rely on you, and you’re in control.

How about a date at the club, or some work-related appointment outside the office? If you want to add a bit of chutzpah to an otherwise shirt-and-denims thing, then bring along a sports blazer or coat. Think tweed, houndstooth, linen and cotton fabrics. Ultimately, you get the look that you want: casual and sporty. To digress, this brings us to the minimum idea that you need at least two suits: a business suit, and a sports blazer or jacket for going on a roll.

And this article also seeks out those who got their suits on the basis of advice from closet fashion victims and mythical assumptions. So its time to revamp that closet and root out the bad from the good. Re-think and consult if you really deserve to trudge through life with heavily padded shoulders given your physique. Take also a closer look at those taken-for-granted buttons; plastic is definitely so-so; get bone, pearl, or metal. With your arms resting at the sides, ensure that the sleeves do not cover fully your wristbone, and that a shirt’s long sleeve cuffs worn within only peek out.

To top things off, be assured that suits and coats have long shed their stiff, Old Guard image. Rather, suits are extremely effective must-haves that project a powerful statement, and with the right style, can also bring on a fresh insight into a too-rugged casual attire.

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Rocking it out with… a suit?

Even way back in the eighties, the world over knows that the right suit or blazer can be paired with a golf shirt and casual denims. There’s nothing like bringing in a fresh and casual ruggedness into an otherwise ho-hum coat and tie story.

I know I risk spouting cliches when harking back to the 80s, and most especially to that one decade. Nevertheless, the jeans and blazer thing has evolved into the ID of the Generation Y for me. I see it as a fashion statement that stands side by side with the ipods and Blackberries of our “user-generated content” world. Besides, the suit itself is the topic of countless magazine articles; and yet we seem to can’t get enough. I’ve even heard of one advice that somebody starting out ought to not only have two ties, but two suits: a business blazer, and a sporty all-purpose.

So what’s my personal picks on the ultimate suit and jeans combo? As always, the goal is to pick a color for your suit and inner shirt with patterns (because patterns will always be in style) that give a smooth visual transtition to the blue of the jeans, and back to the suit and shirt.

First of all, there’s no question about the jeans. Personally, I cannot guarantee the appropriateness of investing in tapered or washed jeans. One thing I refuse to keep mum on is to choose pajama-like bagginess with a low-rise waist… and that’s it. And the shirt? A T-shirt with horizontal stripes will rock, but so will dress shirts, turtle neck to roundneck sweaters, and even hoodies.

How about the coat itself? If you want to play safe, your investment—and that is what it is—will be in a muted color. Why not pick charcoal or navy blue? Some say skin tone plays a role, but that is far from it for me, since those two shades are the most prudent colors. The skin tone matters when we start discussing the inner shirt’s colors; the goal there, as an aside, is for the shirt to brighten up your face color.

But anyway, back to the jacket. If you want something that can switch between the office and a corporate event, you may want to try a wool blend. But pushing the lever to the sporty, blacksheep end will bring up examples like houndstooth, linen and cotton fabrics. In any case, if it’s time to buy one (or two), why not bring your most significant other to narrow down choices for you?

Blazer

With thoughts of spring, we have recently found this delightful blazer for you, ideal for spring and summeparties, or, if you are lucky enough then perhaps a trip down the river with a straw boater! This is available in sizes up to 50 inch chest, regular fitting, so is suitable for most.

Our other recent addition is a Trench Coat designed and made for Royalty. To own one of these is an experience, it is not a coat to be bought lightly. Made by Grenfell, manufacturer for the Royal Household, I cannot claim this is the cheapest trench coat you can buy, but the attention to detail is fantastic. As each coat is made individually, especially for you, we can cater for your individual needs. Please be aware that coats made specially cannot be returned for refund. This coat is available in sizes up to 58″ chest, but can be made bigger by special request.

As usual we offer free delivery to the UK. and our FREEPOST no quibble returns if you are not delighted.