Guide: Things to Consider When Investing in A Suit

For most men, the first suit is one of the most intimidating purchases. It is quite often a significant financial and emotional investment filled with potential pit falls. Sometimes all the options available ranging from Ready to Wear suits from the high street brands to a custom suit from a bespoke tailor, can feel overwhelming, not to mention all the options regarding the cut, cloth and details.

In this article I will try to give my recommendations as to what you should consider when investing in a proper suit.

Let´s start with the most important part: The cloth. The choice of fabric will ultimately define both the suit and the occasions in which it would be appropriate to wear it. As much as I love the casual elegance in a linen or cotton suit, these fabrics would not be appropriate in the formal situations which generally requires a suit and should therefore be considered when you have covered the essential pieces of your wardrobe.