Buying a new suit

[ckforensic]

I've been shopping for a new suit and will likely buy one this weekend. I have an olive suit already and an older navy/pinstripe suit that I should probably replace. I also have a navy sport coat. I usually buy at Men's Wearhouse, but their selection isn't that great for my size for some reason. Do we have any fashion experts out there?

[GZire]

Uhhhh..........I know what an Aloha Shirt is, what's a suit?

[ckforensic]

Ahhh. I'd much rather wear an aloha shirt. The most expensive shirt I've ever bought was an aloha shirt.

[GZire]

I would talk to one of the Korean Connection as they are usually pretty good about clothing. Even if I was in colder climates I think I would suck due to my Japanese background (you see those Japanese national tourists?) and heterosexual nature.

Sorry charlie you are on your own. I've had two (?) jackets in my life. Hey it's Hawaii you know.

[kloh]

You can actually find some halfway decent stuff at Men's Warehouse every now and then. The salesperson makes all the difference in the world there though.

[kloh]

Let me clarify a little... I think most of their stuff is crap, BUT... sometimes, you can find something. lol.

[ABQ_G35]

Originally Posted by ckforensic

I've been shopping for a new suit and will likely buy one this weekend. I have an olive suit already and an older navy/pinstripe suit that I should probably replace. I also have a navy sport coat. I usually buy at Men's Wearhouse, but their selection isn't that great for my size for some reason. Do we have any fashion experts out there?

HaHa, Aloha Friday reminds me of "In Santa Fe, Mañana doesn't mean tomorrow, just not Today" Man, I should buy a nice suit too, mine is probably way too old. I'm too casual now that I don't have to work. I know people who always buy from Men's Wearhouse, they seem pleased for the most part, maybe the selection sucks due to season change, just a thought.

[jmcclain]

Nordstrums is having their men's twice a year sale right now. You can get some good stuff there right now for pretty good price.

[ABQ_G35]

Originally Posted by jmcclain

Nordstrums is having their men's twice a year sale right now. You can get some good stuff there right now for pretty good price.

Good suggestion! Maybe try a May Co. store, since they are changing over to Macy's, just a thought.
MayCo.

[ckforensic]

Originally Posted by kloh

You can actually find some halfway decent stuff at Men's Warehouse every now and then. The salesperson makes all the difference in the world there though.

I agree. The salesperson does make a big difference. The most expensive suit that I saw at Men's Wearhouse was ~$250 on sale. I'd like to get a nicer suit that will last longer...perhaps a super 110.

[ckforensic]

Originally Posted by kloh

Let me clarify a little... I think most of their stuff is crap, BUT... sometimes, you can find something. lol.

I like how they give you free lifetime pressing for your suits...nice touch.

[ckforensic]

Originally Posted by jmcclain

Nordstrums is having their men's twice a year sale right now. You can get some good stuff there right now for pretty good price.

Thanks for the tip! There's one around 30 minutes away.

[Dizz]

Nordstrom's.

If you need to have one suit in your wardrobe, I'd invest a few extra dollars(cuz it's shouldn't break you) at Nordstrom's.

Hugo Boss is where it's at.

I don't know what your build is, but if you're short and stocky, go with a double breasted cut, if you're tall and slender, I'd recommend single breasted with a high lapel.

[superdds]

Originally Posted by Dizz

Nordstrom's.

If you need to have one suit in your wardrobe, I'd invest a few extra dollars(cuz it's shouldn't break you) at Nordstrom's.

Hugo Boss is where it's at.

I don't know what your build is, but if you're short and stocky, go with a double breasted cut, if you're tall and slender, I'd recommend single breasted with a high lapel.

word...bite the bullet and buy a quality suit. it will last you for years. and i agree the dizz about hugo boss.

[ABQ_G35]

Originally Posted by superdds

word...bite the bullet and buy a quality suit. it will last you for years. and i agree the dizz about hugo boss.

Yes, but the style won't!