The suit has enjoyed an enduring reputation over the decades. It can make or break someone’s career. It can ensure that respect is paid at family gatherings and other serious events. It can afford a man instant respectability.

If a suit is ill fitting or poorly made, or even just unwisely bought, it can affect the wearer in a negative way. Anyone who wears a bad suit loses credibility, simple as that. However, taking the time to make the right choices as regards the suit that they put together (we are looking here at the full suit package of shirt, tie and suit itself) can give a man a real edge. A good suit makes for a confident man, so it is worth putting the effort in.

First of all, make sure you know what you are doing when you choose a fabric. Worsted wools are the best thing you can go for when thinking about a fabric for your suit. And when you are checking the fabric that a suit is made out of, it should spring back when squeezed. If it does, you are looking at a suit made from good fabric.

When it comes to the trousers, take extra special care here that you get this part right. It is hard to look commanding and assured when wearing trousers that just look wrong. Take care to sort out the waistline of the trousers. It should be comfortable enough for you to stick two fingers into without feeling uncomfortable. Pleats are good, but the advice your mother gave you about them may not be right. While they are good for the average male, don’t wear them too religiously if you are very thin. It makes you look like a rake. And as regards the bigger male, a large tummy looks less of an issue if you have a decent set of pleats on your trousers.

Still with the trousers, make sure the hem is not bunched up at the bottom of the leg. This looks sloppy, and it seems to tell people that you are wearing the wrong pair. The trousers should reach down to the top of your shoes, with a small, only just noticeable break with a glimpse of sock when you walk.

Sleeves are typically badly handled by many suit wearers. The advice here is very simple. If you can wear a suit jacket that has sleeves which allow your shirt cuffs to be seen at about half an inch to a full inch, you’ve got it right. The effect of your shirt cuffs being visible to this degree is very pleasing to the eye and shows a little bit of sophistication. Just think James Bond and you’ll get it.

Shopping for a suit is all about getting the details right. Don’t screw it up by going cheap. Take the time to choose a good material, and ensure that trousers, sleeves and waist all work well together. A good men’s outfitter should help you to do this with ease.

Author Bio: Dave Matthews is a freelance copywriter. He writes articles for a range of interests, causes and businesses – in this case, mens designer clothing.

Category: Advice
Keywords: mens, clothes, clothing, fashion