Tailored Suit FAQs
Tailored suits are excellent additions to any man's or woman's wardrobe. Every man should have at least one tailored suit in his life and many business women benefit from having a tailored suit. There are many occasions for wearing a tailored suit and owning one elimates the costs of renting. Tailored suits are designed specifically for the man or woman wearing them in order to make him look as good as possible.
Q: Why should I go to a tailor?
A: A tailor's job is to ensure that you look good. A tailor can help you select the best colors, materials and styles for your particular body type.
Q: What colors are available?
A: The most common colors for suits are dark colors such as black, brown, navy blue, gray and charcoal. These colors are worn most often for special occasions in any office. White, bronze, tan and red are other colors you can choose from but these colors are more casual and suited to only certain occasions such as a spring wedding.
Q: Should I get pleated trousers?
A: In most cases pleated trousers are bad idea. Pleats draw attention to the body and in most cases are not flattering. No matter your age, size or body type trousers with flat fronts are always more complementary.
Q: Can I measure myself?
A: Yes, you can measure yourself but you must be very careful when doing so. If your measurements are off just a little bit then your suit will not fit you properly. Most of the time, it is better to be measured by a tailor so you can be sure that the measurements are correct.
Q: What color shoes are best to wear with a tailored suit?
A: What color shoes you wear depends on the color of your suit. If your suit is blue, then burgundy or cordovan shoes go well. These colors also go well with some brown suits. Black shoes that go well with nearly any suit whether it is black, blue, a color such as burgundy or taupe. Black shoes do not go with white suits, pastel suits or off-white suits. If your suit is olive, tan or light green, then you should wear brown shoes.
Q: Are tailor-made suits more expensive?
A: Yes, tailor-made suits are more expensive than ready-made suits. This is because the suits are made to order and designed just for the people who order them.
Q: How do I find a good tailor?
A: You should ask around. You can call every tailor in the phonebook but you're more likely to find a reputable tailor if you ask family and friends who they would recommend. This way you can learn things about different tailors that you would not be able to learn from a simple phone call.
Q: What kind of materials are suits made out of?
A: Suits are made from any materials. The most commonly used material is wool because it can be made to be lightweight and breathable for the summertime or to be warm for the wintertime. Some suits are also made of silk or polyester.