Jul
I've been in the market for a summer suit. Since it was more of a want than a need, I decided to wait toward the second half of the summer to get it, so I could get it on sale. I'm starting to look around to see what's on sale and what are the best options. I've been looking at the J. Crew Aldridge and a few of the Brooks Brothers ones. Any recommendations? The use will be future weddings, general dress for work and other occassions where I want to go further than the typical pants, shirt, tie combination. Thanks
At the price range you’re looking at, I’d go with whatever fits you better (or will fit better with alterations, that is). If it was my money, I’d probably go with the Brooks Brothers options for a few reasons. First, J.Crew’s final sales have no returns, so unless you know their stuff will fit you perfectly (or you’re buying in-store), then I’d be conscious of that. Secondly, all of J.Crew’s final sale suits (and it looks like a lot of their suiting) appears to be fully lined. That’s going to be dreadful in the summer and probably another $35 to have the tailor turn it into something partially lined, which is only partially better for the summer. Finally, I tend to think that J.Crew’s lapels are kinda too slim for my tastes (and, yes, I’m aware that I own several jackets that have slim lapels). Not saying that’s a dealbreaker, but something to keep in mind. If I were buying something where all things are being equal at money spent, I’d just go for moderate sized lapels.
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