5 Tricks That’ll Make Cheap Suits Look More Expensive …

In a perfect world you’d be prepared to spend about $150 to have your tailor tweak every last detail of your suit so it looks custom-made. This includes having him or her take in the sleeves. You want a narro… See more

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How to shop for an affordable suit?

For starters you want to know how to shop for an affordable suit. Avoid shiny synthetic fibers, for instance, and stick with the mass-market retailers that make an effort to offer quality fabrics and modern cuts (i.e. J.Crew, Suitsupply, Bonobos, and the like). And always check the sale section. ...

How do I choose the best suit?

Avoid shiny synthetic fibers, for instance, and stick with the mass-market retailers that make an effort to offer quality fabrics and modern cuts (i.e. J.Crew, Suitsupply, Bonobos, and the like). And always check the sale section. It’s easy to grab a $1,200 suit for $600 if you’re savvy about when and how you shop. ...

What to do with a cheap suit?

Replace the buttons. Cheap suits tend to come with flimsy shiny plastic buttons that are easily broken or lost during a particularly hectic work day. While you’re at the tailor anyway, ask him or her to replace the buttons with genuine horn. Simple but worth it. 3. Add a cuff at the ankle. ...

How to choose a budget suit?

A budget suit is no place for experimentation. Loud colours and patterns draw the eye and the less you’ve invested, the more you want to avoid scrutiny. Classic hues are least conspicuous, so steer towards charcoal or navy; darker shades make it harder to spot a budget fabric’s flaws. ...

How to make cheap clothes look more expensive?

We recently learned the French-girl way to make cheap clothes look more expensive (thank you, Jeanne Damas), and it's as simple as ordering the next size up to achieve a slouchy, oversize look. We recommend trying it out with basics like blazers, tees, and high-waisted trousers. 4. Choose Silk and Satin Fabrics ...

How do you style a suit?

Try monochromatic styling. Working within a limited palette when selecting your shirt, tie, and shoes is a modern move that tends to make the fabric of your suit look richer and finer. Switch up the colors and patterns ever so slightly with each piece to create depth. ...