Suit Suggestions?

"AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC" (addictedtom3s) 08/07/2017 at 22:32 • Filed to: No I don't mean a racing suit you smartasses

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Alright all you sexy MF’ers (Yes, I have been watching Salomondrin, how did you know?), I found out I need a suit soon. Where do all the dude oppos buy their suits from?

I’m looking at Express suits but I’m trying to find something a little better quality since I will need this suit to last and actually look like I’m a put together and professional adult. I’ve also looked at Ted Baker and Bonobos but I’m curious if there are other options out there? Hugo Boss and Nordstrom would be okay but I do have a budget of about 700 for a jacket and pants. Plus I’m not sure how long the tailoring takes (I need it by next Thursday).

Dream M3 for your time.

Dusty Ventures > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:35

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Sparco. Alpinestars is good too.

promoted by the color red > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:36

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http://us.suitsupply.com/en_US/home

http://www.indochino.com/

Suitsupply & Indochino offer better value than Hugo Boss or most of the big names in department stores.

I have this one: http://us.suitsupply.com/en_US/suits/napoli-navy-plain/P2778MI.html and it looks fantastic.

scoob > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:37

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I hear good things about SuitSupply .

scoob > Dusty Ventures 08/07/2017 at 22:38

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Also, Birthday.

ADabOfOppo; Gone Plaid (Instructables Can Be Confusable) > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:39

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Indochina; only because I see them advertise around here all the time.

Men’s Warehouse?

Alfalfa > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:41

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Men’s Warehouse. They have great people to help you out as well as a range of price points. Most of them have in-house tailoring with decent turnaround, and also will refer you to someone else if they can’t do it fast enough.

TheHondaBro > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:42

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itranthelasttimeiparkedit > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:44

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If you’re not wanting a super trendy cut (i.e. you want classic/traditional), jos a bank is pretty good. made to measure, you should be able to get out the door for $700 with a traveller I think. (I wear suits a few times a week for work so typically I go in for the 5 for 3 deals every few years). MTM is going to look worlds better than off the rack 95% of the time. Fit is 10x more important than style, material, etc.

dropthatclutch > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:48

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Get the best and cry once.

Spend the extra money now on something of high quality and properly tailored. I went through half a dozen crumby ill fitted suits. One of which was from express that came undone at the seems after two wears.

Get a really good one, and take proper care of it. It will last you for a good long time.

itranthelasttimeiparkedit > itranthelasttimeiparkedit 08/07/2017 at 22:48

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Also if you’re getting advice from the guy at the store (or girl - men’s warehouse is the only place I have noticed a lot of women working the men’s suit section though), keep in mind their age and how they are dressed when listening to their recommendations. I say that because half the guys at Josabank look like they are 70 years old, so yeah...

Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom > itranthelasttimeiparkedit 08/07/2017 at 22:49

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Was going to suggest JAB but saw your post first. I’ve bought all my suits there and have never gone wrong. I’ve never paid more than $400 there including tailoring and their suits wear very well.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Dusty Ventures 08/07/2017 at 22:49

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shpuker > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:51

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1) Remarkably close to my ideal M3

Suit wise, I’m a fan of Men’s Warehouse’s clearance page. If you’ve got a creative style you can put something really nice together for dirt cheap.

My citroen won't start > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:51

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Hugo Boss

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > itranthelasttimeiparkedit 08/07/2017 at 22:52

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Hmm there’s one close to me. How would you define “classic/traditional?” I’m always wary of classic and traditional since I find they’re always too baggy on me.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > TheHondaBro 08/07/2017 at 22:53

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AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > My citroen won't start 08/07/2017 at 22:54

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Do you know how long they take to tailor? I need it by Next Friday so unfortunately not much time.

BugEyedBimmer - back in the Saddle Dakota Leather > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 22:55

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Was gonna suggest J Hilburn but it won’t be done by next Thursday. So second choice is Men’s Warehouse. Do great work and the clothes are great quality.

gmporschenut also a fan of hondas > dropthatclutch 08/07/2017 at 22:55

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Also motivation to hit the gym.

Matsayz > scoob 08/07/2017 at 22:56

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My best buddy just got married and got his stuff from them, looked quite sharp!

dropthatclutch > gmporschenut also a fan of hondas 08/07/2017 at 22:57

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False. I lost 50# and it cost me about $5k in a new wardrobe.

Dusty Ventures > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:00

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That one’s a Puma suit, I don’t have much experience with those, but I’m pretty sure they’re pricey

415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:02

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You need to get to Savile Row old chap.

unclevanos (Ovaltine Jenkins) > scoob 08/07/2017 at 23:02

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*looks at price*
Yeah I can get new tires for that price. Better off showing up in a t-shirt tuxedo. That screams read to work  and classy!

RiceRocketeer Extraordinaire > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:12

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Not really a suggestion:

I once got a Macy’s gift card right shortly before I had to attend a wedding, so went there to get a suit.

3 years and 30 lbs later, they still sold matching pants in a larger size.

I also had a suit from Mens Wearhouse, but I guess their supplies rotate their fabrics every season to prevent this sort of thing. Hrmph.

My citroen won't start > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:13

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Hugo Boss, weirdly enough, has one of the best fitting suits I’ve seen, the last one I bough from them needed almost no tailoring (just the pants) and they got it done the next day.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > 415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) 08/07/2017 at 23:14

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*Cries* if I could afford that I would be there tomorrow.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > shpuker 08/07/2017 at 23:15

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Interesting. The e46 was my dream M3 for the longest time. The recent influx of dumpy e46 M3s have made me start looking at e92 M3s. If I could find a clean Alpine white on Cinnamon e46 M3 with a manual then I’d get it. Of course then the accompanying CSL bootlid and diffuser would follow shortly.

itranthelasttimeiparkedit > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:17

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Wall of text because I have had a few drinks...

Don’t confuse baggy with a well fitted traditional suit. Suit should never be baggy (I guess in the 80s it was ok haha). Classic/traditional as in the opposite of modern is an easier way for me to define it. Modern being a lot skinnier, more risky with fashion choices, things like that. Traditional being something that if you walked into a law firm or management consulting firm, no one would bat an eye. Stealing an example from mad men if you have seen it, and our office too. A lot of the guys in the show will do the gray suits with white shirt, very traditional. Pete (I think that is his name - talking first season) has the petroleum blue suits. The sales guy at my office rocks those with paisley ties and stuff like that - works great because he is 31, but if you saw a 50 year old guy wearing it you would do a double take. I’m about that same age but come across to most customers like I am a 50 year old guy (long story, hah) so I usually do dark/medium grays with more conservative shirts (no loud colors). Works well since I work with a lot of lawyers and accountants.

Fuck should have just googled it right away. Best link I found was a coincidence: https://www.josbank.com/suit-fit-guide Look at the guy on the far left vs the guy on the far right (note not just the cut, but the color of the suits, and even the tie, or lack of). And actually now that I am looking, I go for the tailored look. Again, nothing right/wrong about any of them, just be aware jos a bank is going to be more to the traditional side

itranthelasttimeiparkedit > dropthatclutch 08/07/2017 at 23:20

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Haha I am going through that now. Lost 3-4" in the waist and also put on some serious muscle in the shoulders/arms (went from limp noodle to almost having tone, not bragging). I am in the process of buying all new shit

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > promoted by the color red 08/07/2017 at 23:23

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Interesting. They look good. How do you get the pants tailored?

shpuker > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:23

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ooo I like your tasts. Honestly if I had to rank my top 3 M3's I’d go #1 the one I put above, #2 is the one you put, and #3 this specific combo on an E36. They’re all so close though

Audistein > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:24

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If you can find a suit that basically fits with the shoulder measurement (e.g 38 or 44) and the S/R/L lengths then you should only need the jacket sleeves, pant legs, and maybe pants waist altered. Even if the jacket sleeves and pants waist fit, usually the pants come unfinished for higher end suits. Usually these basic adjustments can be rushed for a 1-2 day turnaround in my experience, but I guess that’s still cutting it close in your case.

I have several Hugo Boss suits which are pretty good. They’ve all lasted me several years and still look sharp. I usually buy them for like $700 at Nordstrom or like $450-$500 at Nordstrom rack. I’m lucky where if I get the right size (usually 40L or 42L in my case) for a slim fit Boss suit the only tailoring needed is finishing the legs of the pants; jacket sleeves and pants waist fit ‘out of the box’.

If you can get the right size then the only changes needed should be the suit jacket arms and the pants legs.

Ted Baker is also good. I have a suit from there I bought with just altering the jacket sleeves and pants legs. Some of their brighter colored suits aren’t as versatile so you might look a little strange wearing them to an evening event but if you’re just getting black or dark navy you don’t have to worry about it. Mine is from one of their “active” lines or something and its super comfortable and breathable which is nice.

For something cheap, the slim fit suit separates from Calvin Klein or Tommy Hilfiger you can get at any Nordstrom or Macy’s aren’t terrible. They’re usually cheaper (a whole suit for under $400). Separates also have the advantage where you can easily get a different size for the jacket and pants. If you’re not wearing it every day those might last you a while too, but check for the quality of the stitching and cloth before buying.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > dropthatclutch 08/07/2017 at 23:24

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You do make a valid point especially since I’ll start to need wearing it more often for social events. Any particular suit makers you recommend?

DipodomysDeserti > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:37

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Check out Nordstroms Rack. I bought a $1,200 Hugo Boss suit there for $700 a few years ago.

Decay buys too many beaters > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:39

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I’m a pretty normal size, so I do thrift stores. Then again, I’m on the west coast, so I don’t really “do” formal. Formal for me, is close toed shoes

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > shpuker 08/07/2017 at 23:40

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I agree with your list except for #3 I’d put a white e30 M3. Those are absolutely amazing. I rode shotgun in one and I’ll never forget that car. It was surreal how it sounded and felt in the corners. I can only imagine what it felt like to drive.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > My citroen won't start 08/07/2017 at 23:41

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Hmmm interesting. I will need to make my way to Hugo Boss then. It might be worth the investment now and not have to run our and get another suit next time I need one.

Do you mind if I ask your build and what type of fitment you chose?

Nibby > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:43

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AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Audistein 08/07/2017 at 23:45

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I’m seeing a trend with Hugo Boss being recommended. I like the idea of having a suit that’s higher quality that I can have when I need it. I’m a little wary of Tommy Hilfiger since their clothes tend to be more relaxed fit and the legs make me look like I couldn’t find the appropriate size.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Nibby 08/07/2017 at 23:49

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Eric @ opposite-lock.com > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:49

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I’m so glad I live on the west coast where the average crap I wear is considered dressing up...

If I really needed a suit, I have a guy I’d go to (because he’s weird as hell, obsessed with this stuff, reminds me of my dad, and turned around a train wreck) - the dude that runs the place that did the tuxedos for my wedding.

In most places, the easy option is one of the small lower-priced menswear chain stores like Men’s Wearhouse or Jos A. Banks (depending on the region), which carry a wide selection. I buy dress shirts, some pants, and ties from MW; they’re presentable quality and current, which is all I care about. They were a total clusterfuck when it came to tuxedo rentals, but if all you’re doing is buying, it should be no problem.

My citroen won't start > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:51

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I’m 5'11 and 170 something pounds, dadbod-ish.

I went with regular fit as it was a business suit but the slim-fit is not so slim so it also works well.

They also seem to have a sale on blue suits (online at least).

This is the one I got.

http://www.hugoboss.com/us/super-100-virgin-wool-suit-regular-fit-johnston%2Flenon/hbna50332618_401.html?cgid=21001#start=1

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Eric @ opposite-lock.com 08/07/2017 at 23:51

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I do live on the west coast. The suit is more for formal social events. I saw there’s a Jos A Banks in Los Gatos. I might try that out since they look reasonably priced.

Eric @ opposite-lock.com > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:56

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Ahh, okay. That takes some weight off the necessity of ultra high quality/durability. The only people I know that wear suits daily (or at least regularly) work in law, as chauffeurs, or on the east coast... On the west coast, wearing a shirt with a collar is enough to impress people (especially in my profession).

Biggus Dickus (RevsBro) > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/07/2017 at 23:58

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Personally, I wear Samuelsohn. Can’t recall if that fits in your budget but they are phenomenal suits.

Dusty Ventures > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:03

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Have you tried Oppo Suits yet? I mean you pretty much have to on name alone

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Eric @ opposite-lock.com 08/08/2017 at 00:09

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Yeah, this is for grad school, I’m starting my MBA and there’s some social events we need to attend with business professional attire. I’m also reaching the age where friends start getting married so having a suit now will save the hassle of having to rush out and rent one.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Dusty Ventures 08/08/2017 at 00:10

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Now you’re talking. With luck, I’ll end up with a suit like this:

Chariotoflove > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:13

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Men’s Wearhouse. Good suits at good prices.

shpuker > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:22

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Oooo this is a good point. I guess I’ll just have to take a drive in all 4 and re-evaluate hahah

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > shpuker 08/08/2017 at 00:25

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I think I’ll need to drive all of them too in order to verify my list and keep it up to date. Perhaps an e39 M5 should be added as a control variable ;)

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > My citroen won't start 08/08/2017 at 00:26

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That’s not a bad price at all. Especially the ones on sale. I’m convinced. I’ll head over to Hugo Boss this weekend.

shpuker > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:29

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I mean, while we’re at it why not an E34 as well.

E92M3 > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:29

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I like Hugo Boss suits. I’ve had mine for 7 years now, and it still looks modern. I’ve worn it over 20 times. Their new ones are slightly more up to date. I prefer their dress shirts too.

Buy a quality suit, that you can get 10 years out of (unless you have/expect weight fluctuations). Then buy one that’s $300 or less.

DucST3-Red-1Liter-Standing-By > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:29

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Men’s wearhouse. I’ve got 600 suits on sale for 250. Expect tailoring to add another 1pp or so depending on the options. Just don’t cheap out, it’s easy to spot a cheap suit

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > itranthelasttimeiparkedit 08/08/2017 at 00:30

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Very informative. Thank you! I think I would prefer the slim fit since I’m not a fan of the way the traditional fit lands on the shoe. Being mid-twenties I think I’d be able to pull it off with a skinny tie.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > shpuker 08/08/2017 at 00:38

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When you put it that way, we must have the e24 M6 so we can get a balanced sample.

Ah screw it. We must have all the M cars. ALL OF THEM.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > E92M3 08/08/2017 at 00:43

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One thing I’ve learned over the course of the past two years is to do things right the first time so I agree with you on the quality suit part. Hugo Boss seems to be the consensus and they’re not stratospheric in price. Sounds like I’ll finally get a chance to walk into a proper grown-up store and have them dress me.

Real question that I’ve been afraid to ask. Does one wear an undershirt with a dress shirt? Or just go bare under the shirt?

Dusty Ventures > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 00:47

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Good suit, but fuck CeeLo with a cactus.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > Dusty Ventures 08/08/2017 at 00:53

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Wow. I did not know that about him. That’s horrible.

Dusty Ventures > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 01:11

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Yeah, that’s why he basically disappeared a few years back

promoted by the color red > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 01:20

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They do it in-store, but the store in my town wasn’t open yet. I ended up going to a local tailor instead.

E92M3 > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 01:24

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I always wear a white cotton crew neck under mine. Hugo’s white dress shirts are kind of thin, can see nips thru some of them if you take the jacket off. The main reason though is my sweat will stain the armpits if I don’t.

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > promoted by the color red 08/08/2017 at 01:53

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Cool. There’s a store that’s supposed to open near where I am....unfortunately this may have to wait until I need another suit...

AM3R, lost another burner > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 02:31

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Macy’s usually has really good deals. I got the perfect fitting, slim fit Ralph Lauren suit for an upcoming wedding and the price was really good. Tailored the pants for me very quickly. Got it for under $500 total I believe.

TheRealBicycleBuck > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 06:11

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Undershirts are a good idea. They keep things from showing through thin dress shirts and protect the dress shirt from your manliness. I work in an office and wear this combo every day. Most of the guys in my office do the same.

Cash Rewards > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 08:29

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J crew does good by me. Must have a slim build, though

Nibby > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 08:31

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Not a Sunburst Miata > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 08/08/2017 at 11:20

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I really like my Express Suit. Its pricey for what it is, but if you’re a slimmer guy like me, the cut is basically perfect. I just had to get the pants hemmed/slimmed.