fits reasonably well in the changing room, and heading to the cashier. No frills, no fuss – and the results are usually perfectly adequate. But if you’re looking for something a bit more special, off the rack is unlikely to deliver. Perhaps you’ll find the ideal colour, but with three buttons instead of the two you were really after. Or you might get an ideal fit, but in a material that’s too thick for the summer. It’s not easy to find a suit that meets all of your expectations in a shop full of standardised products. You may not even know what
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you’re looking for. How many slits do you want at the back of your jacket? Do you want loops for the belt? What kind of lapels would you like? There’s often more design details to consider than most people realise, and getting expert advice on fashionable styles that will suit your shape, height and requirements can be invaluable. So if you want a suit that is unique to you in every detail, it’s worth considering a tailor. Concerned about timing?
Don’t be. More and more tailors can turn around a suit in a couple of days without
compromising on quality. One or
two fittings over the space of a few days and you could go home with a wardrobe of made-to-measure clothing – perfect if you’re only passing through.
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or most, buying a suit is a simple process of walking into a shop, selecting a design and colour, making sure it
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