Men's Suits

Bought too many suits over the years, and recently I've gone for Ted Baker. Stylish, and you can buy them off the peg, tailored in store, or spec your own colours so it's fully bespoke. Each at a different price point of course, but not silly money. I think they do them in both Moss Bros and Next.
 
The_Lizards_Jumpers said:
First you need to decide if you;re going to go for made to measure, of bespoke (assuming you've discounted off the peg?)

If you dont mind a trip down to Hull and splashing out on bespoke then these guys have some good words said about them.

www.cockofthewalkbespoke.co.uk

Tailoring - Cock of the Walk

Award winning bespoke tailors and shirtmakers
www.cockofthewalkbespoke.co.uk www.cockofthewalkbespoke.co.uk

Obviously you have your traditional tailors in London on Saville Row, but you're talking £4k plus for something there.

What budget are you looking at ?
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Love the look of some of their stuff mate. The coats are incredible.

Have you used these guys before?
 
Wouldn't go anywhere near a bespoke suit unless you're a fanatic. They just don't make sense unless you like throwing money away. The cost per wear amount will likely be ridiculous. They often give the impression of trying too hard as well. Especially these days, it was more of a thing a couple of decades ago. In general, I think it gives off an impression of being a bit of an idiot if you turn up as a guest with a ridiculously expensive suit on, as in thousands of £. What's the purpose of it?

Depending on your budget, turn up at a complex where they have various retailers and try on as many as possible. Likewise, you could order 10 suits online using a credit card and keep the one that has the best fit. You'll probably get some good value at this time of year with some of the designer offerings on sale. If a suit fits reasonably well, it's easy to get alterations made so it's near a perfect fit.
 
in the past I've resented having to spend more than £20 on a suit from George in Asda. probly not the man for advice on this subject.
 
Have you checked with your son that you aren't going to be part of a wedding party in a matching suit situation? In which case this will all be sorted for you.
 
JustTheGent said:
Wouldn't go anywhere near a bespoke suit unless you're a fanatic. They just don't make sense unless you like throwing money away. The cost per wear amount will likely be ridiculous. They often give the impression of trying too hard as well. Especially these days, it was more of a thing a couple of decades ago. In general, I think it gives off an impression of being a bit of an idiot if you turn up as a guest with a ridiculously expensive suit on, as in thousands of £. What's the purpose of it?

Depending on your budget, turn up at a complex where they have various retailers and try on as many as possible. Likewise, you could order 10 suits online using a credit card and keep the one that has the best fit. You'll probably get some good value at this time of year with some of the designer offerings on sale. If a suit fits reasonably well, it's easy to get alterations made so it's near a perfect fit.
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Oh look is the boards resident know nothing.

In your no doubt expert opinion, how would someone know you've got a ridiculously expensive suit on?

You're obviously not going to need one in the portakabin, and given your betting record I suspect they're probably a bit beyond your budget, but do you reject all craftsman made products or just suits?
 
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My last two suits have been from a chap in Guisley 13 oz charcoal £750; 9oz cashmere midnight £495 but my own cloth - so either bespoke or made to measure, please yourself

Brook Taverner are worth a look but mass tailoring - shop on Northallerton High Street.

If you are in or close to the tailoring industry the first two will shine out - you can tell

As we are coming upto New Year sales you could try the Jermyn Street brigade sales

If you are a funny size ie not conventional - bespoke/made to measure is always worth it
 
Rishworthian said:
My last two suits have been from a chap in Guisley 13 oz charcoal £750; 9oz cashmere midnight £495 but my own cloth - so either bespoke or made to measure, please yourself

Brook Taverner are worth a look but mass tailoring - shop on Northallerton High Street.

If you are in or close to the tailoring industry the first two will shine out - you can tell

As we are coming upto New Year sales you could try the Jermyn Street brigade sales

If you are a funny size ie not conventional - bespoke/made to measure is always worth it
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You mean a little fat ferker! 🤣🤣🤣
 
Brian Marwood said:
For all of your formal items, this is a terrific site and one I can highly recommend:

Men's Clothing & Formal Menswear | Charles Tyrwhitt

For beautifully tailored men's shirts, smart and comfortable loungewear and more, discover the Autumn/Winter range at Charles Tyrwhitt. Shop online today.
www.charlestyrwhitt.com www.charlestyrwhitt.com
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I would second this. I used to buy there shirts religiously. until I erm "fleshed out" and they stopped fitting. Good tailors though
 
Norman_Conquest said:
You mean a little fat ferker! 🤣🤣🤣
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Unusual can mean a lot more than little and fat. Out of proportion legs to body size - my legs got shotened by a hip replacement for example.

Try and ensure that they fit well on the shoulders - a skillful tailor should be able to sort the rest
 
SmallTown said:
I would second this. I used to buy there shirts religiously. until I erm "fleshed out" and they stopped fitting. Good tailors though
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You weren't the only one !

Be careful if you go posher as the waists tend to become a little less forgiving

I can no longer wear all my Turnbull and Asser nor my Hilditch and Key

I repeat Brook Taverner for mass tailoring. I'm not sure about Charlie for suits to be honest
 
Rishworthian said:
You weren't the only one !

Be careful if you go posher as the waists tend to become a little less forgiving

I can no longer wear all my Turnbull and Asser nor my Hilditch and Key

I repeat Brook Taverner for mass tailoring. I'm not sure about Charlie for suits to be honest
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Moss Bros, Teesside Park
Brook Taverner Northallerton
All about the suit, Darlington

Pick the nearest one.. get it sorted.. job done.
 
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