[J.C]

hey guys, i'm wondering what are some stores that sell suits
just looking for something that is decent quality and up to $300-$400
i don't normally buy suits so i have no clue when it comes to this
thanks

[skiiipi]

um...$300-400 ur best bet is like moores....or the bay
u might be able to get something on sale at the bay for 400ish.

or try the outlets in seattle, kenneth cole suits are usually in the 400 range there, and 500ish can get you into some hugo boss styles

[ForeverYours]

I'm assuming you're going to be using your suit for photos/prom.

I always found that off-the-rack suits never seemed to fit and they always required alterations (notably the waist area and sleeve length). If you're paying for a suit that's less than $500, chances are it's probably a poly-cotton blend that's shit quality and looks like it's about to rip after a couple wears.

If time allows, I'd recommend that you get your body measurements and ordering a suit online. I remember ordering my suit off ModernTailor for my prom (turned out AMAZING, quality was really good, and the fit was spot on the way I wanted it), and I've heard pretty good reviews about Indochino. The suits that you can order online will end up being around the same price as you would pay for an off-the-rack.

If you're on a time constraint you can always check out The Bay/Moores as skiiipi mentioned above.
If you're on a budget you can also check out Value Village and other discount stores for suits
If you can, look for quality suits that are made from wool, they're really comfortable/soft/keep you warm.

I think the most important part about the suit is fit, it doesn't really matter what brand it's labelled under.

[pinn3r]

I recommend:
Custom Suits & Mens Suits | Indochino (http://www.indochino.com/)

Got my suit last month; arrived just in time for my Artona pictures
SEXY AS FUCK

[blee123]

what do u guys think of the suits by Zara?

i picked up a top from them last week ($159 before tax) with 60% wool

[hsh4]

got a dark gray one from zara for 200. pretty good for the price

[blee123]

quality and fit wise, which one is better between Le Chateau and Zara suits?

[too_slow]

You can pick up a full Boss suit for under $400 at Nordstrom Rack in Seattle.

I was surprised they had anything in 36R. In fact, the entire ensemble was $100 cheaper than the same suit I saw at the Boss Outlet store.

I've bought a few from the BR outlet in Seattle/Portland as well. They fit very well on my Asian body (i.e. I'm not swimming in the bloody thing), and the jacket+pants was under $150. YMMV If you sign up for their newsletter, you get random 40% off EVERYTHING at the Canadian BR store. Might be worth a try if you see something you like there.

Most of the suits I saw @ Zara are way too casual looking IMHO.

[too_slow]

quality and fit wise, which one is better between Le Chateau and Zara suits?

Doesn't Le Chateau sound like "lap sap tong" (i.e. garbage can?)
Either way, their stuff is extremely over-priced, and their stuff aren't fitted.
I haven't shopped there in decades though, LOL.

[unit]

quality and fit wise, which one is better between Le Chateau and Zara suits?

fit wise, you'd have to go try them on. i'd probably say zara for most slimmer men.
the quality isnt really there for either, but for $200 thats a steal until you can afford a nicer suit.

[bcrdukes]

Doesn't Le Chateau sound like "lap sap tong" (i.e. garbage can?)

People don't call it "Le Crapeau" for nothing. :fullofwin:

[J.C]

fff looked at the BR outlet and they don't have 36R's for a lot of the suits

[JKam]

From what I've seen 36R is a REALLY uncommon size. Most start at 38R, sometimes that's hard to get.

Either that or the 36's fly off the racks.

I've been looking at indochino but still wary of the quality. Anyone have any reviews?

[J.C]

i'm considering indochino/moderntailor, but i'm scared i don't measure correctly and i'll get something that doesn't fit
i need it by the first week of november :/

[LP700-4]

Got mine from the BR outlet for under $300 :lawl:

You probably wont find anything that fits so small in the states.

[HondaGuy]

Yah was gonna mention BR outlet but someone already did. 36 is sorta rare... I've seen 38S,R,L at most...

If you really need 36 either try International Clothing that carries smaller sizes for teens or try the Bay, sizes bigger will be for ppl who are broader in sizes.
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[Bonka]

Follow this thread about Indochino:
Indochino suits? (http://www.styleforum.net/t/52943/indochino-suits)

Personally, I find MTM suits a compromise. Unless you can afford a true bespoke suit, I would rather go OTR and tailored to fit, especially seeing IC suits on a couple of different colleagues as well the as pictures posted up in that thread. The fit is often miss and requires retouching.

[skyxx]

Someone say Indochino? :fuckthatshit:

Indochino suits? (http://www.styleforum.net/t/52943/indochino-suits/2580#post_5746704)

[ForbiddenX]

Topman has some pretty decent suits as well. I think it's about $200 for the balzer and $100 for the pants.

Was really considering an Indochino suit as I will be in New York when they have their travelling tailor there. But from what I've been reading in that thread it doesn't seem worth it.

[Energy]

i'm considering indochino/moderntailor, but i'm scared i don't measure correctly and i'll get something that doesn't fit
i need it by the first week of november :/

Lol indochino. If you need it by the first week of November then definitely look elsewhere.

[Expresso]

With most things in life, you get what you pay for.

Yea with that budget, I would hit up a couple of Nordstrom Racks. The BR coupons do not apply to suits unfortunately or I would say BR or JCrew if your budget allows.

[pinn3r]

with Indochino suits, you'll receive it within 3 weeks of ordering
better go for rack suits then if you need it by November

[Farfetched]

Follow this thread about Indochino:
Indochino suits? (http://www.styleforum.net/t/52943/indochino-suits)

Personally, I find MTM suits a compromise. Unless you can afford a true bespoke suit, I would rather go OTR and tailored to fit, especially seeing IC suits on a couple of different colleagues as well the as pictures posted up in that thread. The fit is often miss and requires retouching.

True bespoke is incredibly cost prohibitive. I think I know of only 1 in the city. For 95% of people, MTM will fit most needs. As with any business, not all MTM places are the same. Obviously, just as important is who is taking the measurement. IC in particular is known to be hit or miss.

[J.C]

With most things in life, you get what you pay for.

Yea with that budget, I would hit up a couple of Nordstrom Racks. The BR coupons do not apply to suits unfortunately or I would say BR or JCrew if your budget allows.

yeah haha
not willing to fork out a lot of $$$ for something i'm only going to wear 3 times before i outgrow it because I'm still looking to gain another 20-30lbs
but i still want to look decent

[GLOW]

Doesn't Le Chateau sound like "lap sap tong" (i.e. garbage can?)
Either way, their stuff is extremely over-priced, and their stuff aren't fitted.
I haven't shopped there in decades though, LOL.

i haven't shopped there since i was a kid either, and ya overpriced and garbage back then...dunno about now...

i don't have a lot of zara stuff but what i do have i find it acceptable.

if you're down for a SPO run OP can check out perry ellis. i think they always have $99-200 suit sales...not sure how nice they are, but i buy dress pants and i bought a vest from there before for work...for office attire it's pretty nice for the $ value

[beproud]

This might sound crazy, but I recommend harry Rosen. Just give them your budget and they will do their best to assist you eh. I highly recommend Chad from the pc location.

[J.C]

sounds very crazy lol
i thought all they had was like $700+ suits

i'll probably be going to moores for the buy 1 get 1 free <- they have those buy one get one frees like every week lol

[RiceIntegraRS]

If ur only gonna wear it a couple times, i say goto Metrotown and buy whatever u find for what your budget is. For what ur spending, all i be concerned about is fitment. So try them on and bring a friend along to help u.

[skiiipi]

sorry to hijack the thread
i'm looking for a suit myself for a friends wedding
it needs to be a grey suit
now I dont wear suits for work or business occasions so I want something a bit more fashion forward/trendy rather than conservative.

Budget is around $1000, was looking at a Versace or Burberry From Nordstorm....of maybe a ZZenga from Harry Rosen...any other brands you guys recommend I check out for around this price point?

[dasani604]

sorry to hijack the thread
i'm looking for a suit myself for a friends wedding
it needs to be a grey suit
now I dont wear suits for work or business occasions so I want something a bit more fashion forward/trendy rather than conservative.

Budget is around $1000, was looking at a Versace or Burberry From Nordstorm....of maybe a ZZenga from Harry Rosen...any other brands you guys recommend I check out for around this price point?

For that price point, Z Zegna hands down.

Z Zegna is suited towards the more modern styles, so shorter length of the jacket, slimmer fit, etc. The plus side, it's cheaper than the E. Zegna traditional line. Also, they will tailor it for you free of charge (if they don't talk about it, bring it up). Make sure to go for the Drop8 Fit (it's slim). It depends on your body type as well, but even if you do squats/big legs/a bit chunky, slim is always better.

Even if I had more to spend, I personally wouldn't invest in something from Versace. Burberry, maybe yes but it's hard to find something you could wear years down the road with your current budget. Also, it would probably be best to physically be in the store when buying suits.

[skiiipi]

For that price point, Z Zegna hands down.

Z Zegna is suited towards the more modern styles, so shorter length of the jacket, slimmer fit, etc. The plus side, it's cheaper than the E. Zegna traditional line. Also, they will tailor it for you free of charge (if they don't talk about it, bring it up). Make sure to go for the Drop8 Fit (it's slim). It depends on your body type as well, but even if you do squats/big legs/a bit chunky, slim is always better.

Even if I had more to spend, I personally wouldn't invest in something from Versace. Burberry, maybe yes but it's hard to find something you could wear years down the road with your current budget. Also, it would probably be best to physically be in the store when buying suits.

was looking at something like this
Z Zegna Solid Wool Suit | Nordstrom (http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/z-zegna-solid-wool-suit/3349351?origin=category)

do you know if the prices in canada at harry rosen will be similar to that of nordstorm down south?

[bcrdukes]

was looking at something like this
Z Zegna Solid Wool Suit | Nordstrom (http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/z-zegna-solid-wool-suit/3349351?origin=category)

do you know if the prices in canada at harry rosen will be similar to that of nordstorm down south?

Just a word of advice / handy tip:

Watch out for suits in the USA. Some brands (Boss in particular) vary slightly in terms of fit and material. The same make/model can be found in Canada and the US but the ones in Canada are typically 100% wool made in Italy while the fit/cut and material in the USA is a blend of materials, and is made elsewhere (if any of this matters to you.)

[J.C]

ended up getting one at moores from the buy 1 get 1, anyone want to pick up a suit there and split the costs accordingly?

[Farfetched]

Just a word of advice / handy tip:

Watch out for suits in the USA. Some brands (Boss in particular) vary slightly in terms of fit and material. The same make/model can be found in Canada and the US but the ones in Canada are typically 100% wool made in Italy while the fit/cut and material in the USA is a blend of materials, and is made elsewhere (if any of this matters to you.)

Along the same line if you're concerned about quality.... Quality-wise, the Z Zegna line is most likely going to be fused in terms of construction. Have you tried Coppley MTM at HR? It won't have an 8 drop, but I think (you'll have to check) they're still half canvassed.

[skiiipi]

Along the same line if you're concerned about quality.... Quality-wise, the Z Zegna line is most likely going to be fused in terms of construction. Have you tried Coppley MTM at HR? It won't have an 8 drop, but I think (you'll have to check) they're still half canvassed.

Yea I haven't looked at coppley yet
I will hit up HR this friday when I come back to town
I think you are right about zzenga being fused though.
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[dasani604]

was looking at something like this
Z Zegna Solid Wool Suit | Nordstrom (http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/z-zegna-solid-wool-suit/3349351?origin=category)

do you know if the prices in canada at harry rosen will be similar to that of nordstorm down south?

I don't know because I haven't compared prices between them. Even then, it will save you further time and hassle if you go to the store (which you are as you said in your last post) since you won't have to return/pay shipping fees if the suit from Nordstrom isn't up to your expectations.

[skiiipi]

Well I was planning on physically going to a nordstorm as well.
But was going to skip the hassel of going down south if pricing was similar.
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[J.C]

how much space should i have between me and the suit jacket when i pull it out?

i feel like its a little bit loose in the lower half of my upper body, but idk first time wearing a suit

[bcrdukes]

Did you get the suit fitted/tailored?

If not, get it done right, son.

[H.Specter]

how much space should i have between me and the suit jacket when i pull it out?

i feel like its a little bit loose in the lower half of my upper body, but idk first time wearing a suit

post up some fit pictures and we'll be happy to give you some insight/tips

[Armind]

Did you get the suit fitted/tailored?

If not, get it done right, son.

+1 you will feel like a baus.

[J.C]

yeah i got it tailored

pants hemmed
jacket collar brought down
and sleeves lengthened

i'll post some pics as soon as i get some nice shoes and a new dress shirt

[bcrdukes]

yeah i got it tailored

pants hemmed
jacket collar brought down
and sleeves lengthened

i'll post some pics as soon as i get some nice shoes and a new dress shirt

Looks like they didn't bring the waist in on the jacket. Whoever fit you should've taken that into consideration unless you have a belly but by the the sounds of it, you don't. Take some pictures for us to see so we have an idea of what needs done. There should be some slack at the waist but not too much because you'd look like a goof. You don't wear a suit to look like a goof.

[skiiipi]

So ended up getting a Gucci OTR from Nordstorm.
Fully Canvased, trim fit.
Went over budget by a bit.....but suit was significantly nicer than ZZenga at $1200-1300 range and nicer than DG at the $1800-1900 range.

Also grabed a Boss shirt, tie and a gucci belt to complete the look

[Spidey]

Ive said it before.. but I rather wear a suit that is a blend and FITS good, than a 2000 dollar suit that doesn't.

[Harvey Specter]

Burberry has nice, slim suits and very well priced. I've never been a fan of ZZenga suits, I owned one and it never really fit that well and Gucci suits are made by Zegna.

Obviously a mtm suit would be the best fitting suit money can buy and surprisingly Harry Rosen's mtm service isn;t all that expensive.

[unit]

bespoke would be the best money can buy, then mtm

[Ronin]

Go to the States. You'll save a couple hundred bucks. Macy's or whatever usually has a decent selection of CK, Tommy Hilfiger, Alfani, etc sort of cheaper designer brands in your price range.

Try to find one that fits you as well as possible and then bring it back to a good tailor. A good tailor makes a cheap suit look like an expensive suit. It's all about the fit.

And if you're going to prom, for the love of god, do not buy a dark shirt, silver tie and dark suit. Anything that can be described as gangster or whatever...you will look at that picture years later and go "WHAT THE FUCK WAS I THINKING?". Go with simple, slim, timeless. You will look so much cooler than all the douchebags in their baggy dress pants and suits three sizes too big.

[Farfetched]

Burberry has nice, slim suits and very well priced. I've never been a fan of ZZenga suits, I owned one and it never really fit that well and Gucci suits are made by Zegna.

Obviously a mtm suit would be the best fitting suit money can buy and surprisingly Harry Rosen's mtm service isn;t all that expensive.

When their Samuelsohn mtm goes on sale, it's pretty hard to beat that price for something that is full canvassed.

[J.C]

well i got everything together now
pics will be up later or tomorrow

[skiiipi]

bespoke would be the best money can buy, then mtm

agreed
this suit was for my best buddy's wedding

i will definitely get a bespoke suit for my own wedding....whenever that is
maybe a Brioni :)

[Energy]

I'll get a Brioni suit when I make partner. Which will be a loooong time from now.

[skiiipi]

I'll get a Brioni suit when I make partner. Which will be a loooong time from now.

whats a better suit brand in the corporate world?
Brioni or Tom Ford?

I dont wear suits for work ever, hence why I went with a more fashion oriented suit for my recent purchase.

[Harvey Specter]

Brioni & Tom Ford are a bit extreme for everyday wear unless you're a CEO or something but even than it's a bit over the top. I would say Canali, Zegna and GA would be on the top of the list for everyday corporate suits depending if you're mid to upper management. The average guys probably own a few nice suits at best and the rest are off the rack.

And you can't forget about JP Tilford which is prefect for men with larger frames and men who don't fit into the slim fitted suits most designers put out.

[J.C]

http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac258/Jiepo/20121103_010501.jpg

this is what i ended up getting
about $350 after tax and tailoring