More than anything else, a well-fitted custom made suit is a man’s personal statement piece because it is a reflection of his own preference and fashion taste, especially if he had the final say on the suit’s piece by piece construction.
The choice of color scheme and style of the tailor made suits are certainly important. But likewise critical to the overall result of statement piece is the selection of suit fabrics, which have much to do with both the feel and end appearance of the custom suit.
Actually, mens suits are categorized to either wool or non-wool, and choosing the right kind of suit fabric solely depends on the client’s lifestyle needs including the occasion and the season the suit is needed.
And to determine one’s lifestyle requirements, it is therefore essential for a man wanting to suit himself up impeccably to understand the basic attributes and characteristics of different fabric threads commonly favored by suit makers around the world.
Non-wool suits consist mainly of polyester, linen and cotton. Polyester, a relatively inexpensive man made fabric material, is oftentimes combined with a woolen fabric to offset the expensive cost of a pure woolen custom suit. This fabric combination is good for yearlong wear.
Linen, on the other hand, is ideal for summer wear because it is very light, cool. The downside is that this type of threads attracts wrinkles and creases easily. Moreover, cleaning a linen suit can get very expensive especially if you do it often. Cotton suit has basically the same traits as linen’s.
But for the all time must-have suit fabric is the wool. It is also the favorite threads of tailors because it is easy to work with in terms of cutting and styling. Custom suits made of wool are likely to retain its shape for years despite repeated uses and washings.
A pure wool tailor made suit may be expensive, but the high price is worth it in the long run in keeping a gentleman looking well put and elegant for many years to come. And that should be priceless.
Of all the different types of woolen fabric, tweed is one of the most popular especially in the older generation. Tweed, which is a heavy fabric, is ideal during winter time because it keeps the wearer warm. Another perfect wear during the cold days is the flannel suit.
But for the all season wear, the best choice is the worsted wool. It is very durable, and depending upon the weave production it can be made into light or heavyweight suit. A great thing about worsted wool bespoke suits is that it very durable and practically crease-resistant.
Certainly, there are hundreds of different types of suit fabric that will fit your lifestyle needs. Whether you choose a non-wool or woolen custom suit, the important thing is that your suit fabric is appropriate for the occasion and the season.
