Aside from the pricetag, what’s the difference between a cheap and an expensive suit?

There’s something swanky and lavish about investing in a men’s designer suit. If you’re a fashion forward gentleman, you probably get giddy at the idea of dressing up in finer fashions and making a bold, refined statement. Yet, to a less knowledgeable man with an untrained trend-setting eye, it can be difficult to tell the difference between a good quality suit and a cheap one? Despite the fact that ritzy, luxury suits will have you looking more dapper, and that they usually cost a bit more, how does the average joe figure out the distinguishing features between an upscale suit and one that’s only mediocre?

The fit of the suit

The way your suit curves in comfort around the complexity of your body not only enhances your impressive appearance, but it also enhances your personality. Any well-dressed man will tell you that a suit that fits affluently is worth embellishing.

The fit of your suit says a lot about your style. The pieces should hug all the curves of your body and show it off in a natural stance. The sleeves of your suit jacket shouldn’t exceed past your hands and your dress pants shouldn’t be dragging under your designer shoes. The fit should allow for comfortable movements and flow with the organic diversity of your body. Also, the stitching of your suit should be aligning the bone underneath it. If the fit isn’t quite working out for you, alterations that may be required can be made to pretty much any men’s designer suit.

Natural vs. synthetic materials

Cheaper fabrics, such as polyester, rayon and acetate, are synthetic materials that some suits are made from. They aren’t as appealing as they don’t allow the body to breath, wrinkle rather easily and aren’t as durable or resistant. Although the can often bring the price of a suit to a more budget-friendly cost, the longevity of the suit usually isn’t worth the cheaper price tag.

Suits that are made from cotton, linen, wool and cashmere offer a plethora of advantages including a more structured look and a more luxurious feel when you wear them.

The construction of the design

In the fashionable field of men’s designer suits, when it comes to craftsmanship, you get what you pay for. A full canvas suit, like a pair or good jeans, drapes over the body and personalizes the fit. The stitch work is time consuming, but it’s an investment piece that will last years if you properly care for it. Another option is a half canvas suit, which has some structural benefits to it as well. The price is usually mid-grade with a sewn-in canvas piece to fuse the jacket together nicely. Avoid buying a fully fused suit at all costs, because although they’re cheaper, they are often more rigid and won’t adjust the way that your constantly changing body needs them too. The adhesive also breaks down easily after dry cleaning. Aesthetically they look nice, but they’re pretty much guaranteed to last a shorter amount of time when compared to canvassed suits.

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