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Posted on 12/8/15 at 12:00 pm to Sisyphus
What about somewhere like Perlis, I believe I read that they will do the alterations in house?
Posted on 12/8/15 at 12:17 pm to snoggerT
If you don't currently have a suit, then you obviously are not going to get a heck of a lot of use out of the one that you buy, so you don't need to spend a thousand dollars on one. My recommendation would be to go to the nearest Men's Warehouse, as they have typically been able to take care of me for unexpected funerals, etc. I would say that is your only hope on such short notice, so stop messing around and go there right now.
I have bought some pretty decent suits at reasonable prices from there.
I have bought some pretty decent suits at reasonable prices from there.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 12:52 pm to snoggerT
No tailor's going to be able to turn around a suit in 4 days unless the changes are minor (e.g. sleeve length), so I hope you're a good fit off the rack.
In BR, as far as I know, you're basically stuck with department stores and Jos. A. Bank or Men's Wearhouse.
Otherwise, I'd say Suit Supply for a modern suit within your price range. Me personally, I fricking hate the fit of modern suit pants, so I went to Knot Standard and got a suit custom made for $800 with a vest. Fits wonderfully. But that won't help you in four days
ETA: Brooks Brothers will have some decent suits in your price range that will last and be in style forever. Just get it tailored after the wedding except your hem.
In BR, as far as I know, you're basically stuck with department stores and Jos. A. Bank or Men's Wearhouse.
Otherwise, I'd say Suit Supply for a modern suit within your price range. Me personally, I fricking hate the fit of modern suit pants, so I went to Knot Standard and got a suit custom made for $800 with a vest. Fits wonderfully. But that won't help you in four days
ETA: Brooks Brothers will have some decent suits in your price range that will last and be in style forever. Just get it tailored after the wedding except your hem.
This post was edited on 12/8/15 at 12:57 pm
Posted on 12/8/15 at 2:19 pm to snoggerT
Try Macy's. They carry Calvin Klein suit separates, meaning you buy the pants and coat separately in your size, usually need minimum tailoring. And they're on sale now. Nice suits, I've got two of them, good quality.
Macy's Calvin Klein
Macy's Calvin Klein
This post was edited on 12/8/15 at 2:21 pm
Posted on 12/8/15 at 2:20 pm to snoggerT
Jos Bank, slim fit...
Posted on 12/8/15 at 3:13 pm to yankeeundercover
I'm kind of leaning toward just not trying to rush a suit purchase for this wedding and take the time to get something pretty decent. What kind of options are there in the $500-1000 range without time constraints?
Posted on 12/8/15 at 3:35 pm to snoggerT
More money doesn't necessarily get you a better suit. Sometimes you're just paying for the name. If you don't wear a suit alot, save yourself alot of dough and do like I said. Get a decent designer suit and have it tailored to fit you perfectly.
Bitches don't know the difference between a $300 suit and a $1000 suit as long as it fits you well.
Spend the money you save on some nice shoes, shirt and tie.
Bitches don't know the difference between a $300 suit and a $1000 suit as long as it fits you well.
Spend the money you save on some nice shoes, shirt and tie.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 3:36 pm to snoggerT
So:
Go to every Goodwill/thrift store in BR until you find something close. Shouldn't be that hard, given your build. I'm 5'10", 135lbs so it sucks for me, but I always see dozens in your size. Inspect for obvious tears/flaws, and get something either "vintage" or reasonably new. Nothing 1982-1995ish.
Then throw a bit of extra money at a tailor to make it happen on the short turnaround.
Get a decent tie and pocket square, which will become the focus of people's attention and draw it away from the suit.
and
Plan better next time. I recommend Combatant Gentlemen. Great quality, reasonable price.
Go to every Goodwill/thrift store in BR until you find something close. Shouldn't be that hard, given your build. I'm 5'10", 135lbs so it sucks for me, but I always see dozens in your size. Inspect for obvious tears/flaws, and get something either "vintage" or reasonably new. Nothing 1982-1995ish.
Then throw a bit of extra money at a tailor to make it happen on the short turnaround.
Get a decent tie and pocket square, which will become the focus of people's attention and draw it away from the suit.
and
Plan better next time. I recommend Combatant Gentlemen. Great quality, reasonable price.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 7:42 pm to snoggerT
Go with a Jos Bank signature series suit, it's affordable and very sharp looking... I'm in a 44 slim off the rack, only the length needs hemming and I love them (have 5)
Posted on 12/8/15 at 7:44 pm to snoggerT
Ive got a guy i could hook you up with. He isn't cheap but he does great work.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 7:52 pm to 911Moto
quote:The Canal Place store sends out their alterations and it takes about 7-10 days.
at Brooks Brothers.
I'd suggest to the OP at this late date to go get a nice blazer and throw that over some nice slacks.
His 6'2" 180 lbs. is going to be hard to find in an off-the-rack suit. Think 40L or 41L with the jacket taken in a bit and with the pant waist taken in two inches, probably a 32/34 on pants.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 8:16 pm to soccerfüt
I'm 5'11" 195 and I wear a 41 jacket. Where do you get your estimation from for someone that is 180??
Posted on 12/8/15 at 8:23 pm to snoggerT
quote:
$300 to $1000
quote:
quality
:rotflmao: 
Posted on 12/8/15 at 8:28 pm to snoggerT
quote:
I'm kind of leaning toward just not trying to rush a suit purchase for this wedding and take the time to get something pretty decent. What kind of options are there in the $500-1000 range without time constraints?
If you have some slacks just go buy a nice sport coat. Sam at Harpers or go see Frank McLavy or James at McLavy. Both have nice sport coats on the rack and will tailor it for you overnight. Then later go buy a suit. I own a few suits and I quit wearing them. I like sport coats and blazers and different slacks.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 8:30 pm to snoggerT
You can get 4 for the price of one and that price be less than 300 total at Jos A Bank
Posted on 12/8/15 at 8:32 pm to Breesus
The real answer to this thread is Steinmart.
They sell everything separate and off the rack. You can try on different jackets and pants until they fit. And they look great. And they're very reasonably priced.
They sell everything separate and off the rack. You can try on different jackets and pants until they fit. And they look great. And they're very reasonably priced.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 9:05 pm to snoggerT
quote:
- I'm 6'2 and a little under 180, but I always seem to struggle finding clothes that fit decently.
Go to Brooks Brothers. They wear like iron and should have enough slacks and jackets in the store to complete a decent looking suit.
Posted on 12/8/15 at 9:06 pm to snoggerT
Drive up to Alec and go to JL&Co
They'll treat you right and get you setup for Saturday.
They'll treat you right and get you setup for Saturday.
This post was edited on 12/8/15 at 9:14 pm
Posted on 12/8/15 at 9:10 pm to Paul Allen
quote:It's an educated guess from someone who knows what it's like to be 6'1" (one inch shorter than the OP) and 180 lbs (exactly the OP's weight) for about the past 38 years and has correctly worn a 41R for that time.
I'm 5'11" 195 and I wear a 41 jacket. Where do you get your estimation from for someone that is 180??
This post was edited on 12/8/15 at 9:12 pm
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