This will just be a short and simple article on one specific suit style and cut, which is the most ideal choice if you have no idea on what types of suit to choose from, if it looks good to yourself and to others, does it fit your motif or if you're in charge of styling for your dad, grandad, or your friends. There are a lot of available online resources on the different styles of suit, but what I'm featuring here is to highlight the one most popular, classic and timeless choice that goes with almost any event, workplace and suited with majority of body shapes and sizes.
These photos were taken from a brochure guide from Exclusively His Tailoring where our dads had their suits made. They also chose these options in the making of their suits.
1. Single Breasted, Two Button
Behold, the universal coat button style versatile enough for any formal occasions, in the office or even pairing it with casual wear. If you're looking for that one coat that can never go wrong, this is it. It's modern nowadays and we tend to bend tradition, but it's still considered a norm today that buttoning just the top button (as in the photo) is the right way to look for formal.
2. Curved Cut Hem
There's just something about a curved cut coat that makes it look more elegant and put-together compared to the others. Like a touch of finesse! A curved edge like that sets a good balance to our otherwise sharp looking suit.
3. Slim Fit
Showing off some curves are not only limited to women, but are also sexy for men. Although this fit is not universally appealing for all body shapes and sizes, it's considered the most flattering as it gives solid shape and structure that gives off that sharp and sexy look. It's important that the fit should be just right. Too tight and it would look obvious that the coat is too small and creases will appear everywhere, not to mention hot and uncomfortable. On the other hand, too lose and you'd look like you have a small stature, baggy and lousy overall.
4. Notch Lapels
Notch lapels, like single breasted buttons, are again one of the most common yet most versatile coat collar around. Although I must say as of today's generation, nobody cares much what collar you've chosen as long as you can carry your overall look. The other collars are peak lapel that have arrowhead shaped edges pointing upwards, and the shawl lapel which from the name itself, looks like a thin shawl around the neck using a satin or silk like fabric and most commonly seen in tuxedos. Although these two aren't as versatile as the notch.
5. Side Vent
Side vents were also recommended by our tailor because it doesn't crease that much when you move around or when you sit. It's also again the most versatile as it's definitely more suitable for rounder body types.
6. No Pleats on Pants
Pants with no pleats, also known as Flat Front pants, just shows more structure and slimmer fit compared to pleated ones. From history, this style emerges later as the younger generation prefers a slimmer and straightforward look. Although the main con of this is it's not as flexible when you move around, especially when our thighs expand when sitting. On the other hand, pleats existed earlier in history, and on the contrary to flat front, they provide more flexibility for movement due to the folded fabric. Choose what you're comfortable with though!
7. Slit Rear Pockets
You know what they say, less is more! The classic plain single slit is more then enough to do the trick. Not much obstruction at the rear of the pants made it look cleaner, and more comfortable when sitting. Buttons are also welcome, but to add more tabs or flaps would look too busy.
I did not get to take any more photos from the brochure guide, but below are the additional defaults to this classic suit:
8. Flap Pockets
Image from blacklapel.com
Flaps pockets are the most flexible and versatile choice as they can also be converted to pipe pockets by hiding the flaps inside. Simply put, what's not to love?
9. Hook and Bar Closure
Image from thecuttingclass.com
Nothing neater and more secure than a hook and bar closure. It won't create bulges to the waist and smoother belt placement compared to having buttons exposed like our regular casual pants. Usually, the closure it's at the center, but some custom pants also put them on the side, for style of course.
Just to show you a sneak peak, these were the suits of our dads during our wedding. Don't they look dapper?
There you have it, all the standard choices to a good looking, classic suit that stood the test of time! However, don't be afraid to go out the box if you want to. Today's fashion can be everything as long as you have it in you. Also, you can maintain these cuts and style, but use a different fabric like printed or plaid to take it up a notch as well. The options are limitless!
Fathers' Suits by Exclusively His Tailoring
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