Avoid These 12 Suit Mistakes! (Worst Menswear Errors)
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- We round up the 12 worst mistakes related to wearing a suit--and how you can avoid them:
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00:00 Suit Mistakes Introduction
We believe that wearing a suit is a great way to make a good first impression, feel more confident about yourself, and generally put your best foot forward in various situations. With that said, though, a suit can be tricky to wear well.
Most men will likely have the highest amount of experience with ready-to-wear suits, so we’ll start there.
02:12 RTW Mistakes: 1. Leaving In The Stitching
04:19 2. Leaving On The Tags
05:37 3. Valuing Brand Name Over The Style & Fit
06:53 4. Valuing Fabric Or Construction Over Style & Fit
08:53 5. Believing No Alterations Will Be Necessary
This section will cover made-to-order suits such as those that can be made with Suitsupply online create-your-own tool and also made-to-measure suits where your measurements are input into a database, and an existing pattern is altered based on those measurements.
12:08 Custom Mistakes: 6. Too Much Choice!
13:05 7. Not Following Online Measurement Guides
15:07 8. Expecting a Perfect Fit
Let’s move up the sartorial ladder again and discuss mistakes related to bespoke suits.
16:37 Bespoke Mistakes: 9. Not Listening To Your Tailor
18:07 10. Standing Unnaturally When Being Measured
19:27 11. Sticking With Just One Tailor For Everything
20:46 WORST: 12. Feeling Superior Because of Your Suit
Have you committed one or more of the suit mistakes or have seen someone do so? What did you think of your or their look? Let us know in the comments section!
22:13 Outfit Rundown - Jak na to + styl
As a not native english speaker I really appreciate your way of talking. Pace and pronunciation make it pleasant and easy to follow.
I sewed my own sports jacket and it took me 40 hours! The fit around the chest and waist is almost perfect in my opinion, though perhaps a bit tight. The arms are way too short, but this one I made was a prototype out of polyester fabric with rayon lining, so full synthetic. The @Gentleman’s Gazette was a big inspiration for the project and I wanted to thank y’all for starting my journey into menswear. I’m 17 years old, and I now have a capsule wardrobe so I can look fresh for the upcoming school year. Thanks!
Wow, 17 years old and sewing your own jackets! Great, bro! You'll be able to look like a million bucks on the cheap! :)
Sweet bro!!!
I'm making my own clothes in the coming years. Let's compare notes.
Godspeed!!
Well done sir!
Yeah, i saw two idiots at a wedding with the sleeve tags on. Someone keenly pointed out that they were going to likely return the suit after the wedding. I knew a girl who worked at a department store and said people return clothes all the time with deodorant stains and say they never wore it. Class acts!
They are probably one of those who wear "the brand" not wear clothes. They get to use to the nike,bape,supreme,...on their clothes so now they looking at something truly takes skill to perfect, they struggle to let people's attention
@Captain Mushroom Never claimed to be a gentleman. Just noting the behavior of cheapskates and grifters. They are not my peers as my peers don't behave that way. There is a plethora of affordable clothing options today. There is no need for that type dishonorable behavior that hurts manufactures, retailers, and the unwitting next customer that buys their selfishly spoiled garment's.
@Captain Mushroom No worries. I do see your point. I mean who am I to judge. But when it effects others its not fair. But if it doesn't, to each their own and a good point. Your point is a good one and does apply to many situations. ✌🏻
Huh, idiots☕
The stitching thing can also be a good way to find unworn jackets at thrift shops
I always love the clip of Preston "making it rain", but I think the bit with him "stealing" the suit is now my new favorite.
I'm so glad you covered the tags...it drives me crazy to see guys leave them on like branding 🙄😒😤
Former suite salesman: the tags are less marketing but for us to find a certain brand in a size and suits of similar colour. It made our work easier
I’m a suit salesman right now, and I can attest to this 💯
Having measurements like a store manequin is truly a joy. I had this experience the first time I had a made to measure suit made. The guy in the store measure me up. Handed me a suit jacket of one of the manequins and basically told me that it was fine like that. It s so fun to be able to take a suit off the rack and have it fit like it was taylored
Tailored
I had that experience once with a jacket from Hackett. I liked it, tried it on and it felt as if it had been tailored for me. Never have I ever bought a piece of clothing that fit me so perfectly. It was incredible.
Preston Slaughter, you are the most gentlemanliest gentleman there is!
I went to a wedding and saw lots of friends with the stitching still in the vents and it was something i had to help them with. It is a common mistake
nah it means they plan to return it
As always, loved this video! Especially Preston being overjoyed with his new suit
Agreed
And stealing one from a mannequin!
I remember an actress, an older actress in the 1960s and early seventies by the name of Minnie Pearl who left the tags on everything but mostly her hats. It was part of her act. I would like to say one thing extra here about men's suits; there's nothing worse than your sweat reacting with synthetic fibers and stinking the whole thing up so, when one walks into that late afternoon board meeting everyone there KNOWS who's making that stink.
I literally have to attend a wedding tomorrow, so one could say perfect timing!
Can I come with you bruv 😹😹
Have a good time!
Good luck!!
@@Fenrigalo thank you, will do
Yours? Congrats! If not, go at it looking good!
Preston dancing around awkwardly while talking about standing naturally when being measured for a bespoke suit was worth the whole video.
@@fuckoff187 Preston will look better in a dress than she does.
Appreciate the clarity and tempo of speaking.
I'm proud that in Zagreb,Croatia we can gett good hand made tailored suit fo around 350-500€ depending on materijal and shoes for 300€ in general. And our tailors and shoemachers are generaly grately skiled and their products are usualy up to quality compared to british or italian suits and sometimes even better.
Look we found a delusional Croatian here.
You know I wish that they brought suits back for regular working men especially in England because I love to spread the message that suits are for everyone and if you look at the history of it the workers would have the suits and flat caps I just prefer wide legged trousers and wide lapels aswell as vintage ties as they have more interesting patterns if some company made suits that way now and at a good price with proper long waterproof overcoats sheepskin jackets leather jackets then I'd bloody well get down that shop right away
I'm working on it.
The last and most important style mistake is among the best because gate keeping helps no one who wants to learn more. As a relative novice to this style I am still building my wardrobe, primarily through thrifting but one of my concerns was having people judge me on my style choices based on the brands. Thanks!
Will this "fad" of not wearing a tie with a suite and dress shirt ever end? How and why did it start?
Most people hate wearing a necktie,I had to for work for many years and from that point I promised myself to do this never again for any reason
Just started work at a local menswear store and I’m coming back here to refresh on what I need to relay to customers who have never worn classic menswear the dos and donts. Thanks GG for all the knowledge and entertainment over the years
Tack stitching shows up on women’s suits as well, but often in a matching thread so you can completely miss it.
The fold of Preston's pocket square though.
*Chef's Kiss*
Honestly as informative as this was, hearing Preston say “It’s all about those dollar bills” is the highlight of this video.
I don't know, him stealing a jacket off the mannequin and sneaking away was pretty funny too.
6:17 this is actually svens closet this isnt a store, this is the true look of what his closet is.
Which is terrifying, next time I will think about him I will be frightened and impressed at the same time
My mom has a closet like that...
I guess that the mistakes described here are tailored to the US.
Indeed, I have never ever seen (in France) a shop sale ready to wear costumes not suggest adaptations.
Neither have I seen construction stitching. As for the tags, I am not as sure but most of the time, they are inside the costume so leaving them is less of a problem. But I always remove them nonetheless.
#13 (Bonus/Baker's Tip) Refrain from too-frequent dry cleaning
13. Wearing an uncomfortable suit just because it looks good. Remember that you'll have it on all day!
I remember an otherwise-off-the-rack shop where all the sleeves and legs were unhemmed, as that would always be adjusted to fit at the time of sale. (They could do other alterations too.)
Lovely information. Point # 11 about not being wedded to the same tailor was an eye opener. I'm going to divorce my current tailor tomorrow,
Ravi Peiris M.D.
I really like these videos but watching them is bitter sweet for me. I was always an overweight chap, and always wanted to wear a nice, tailor cut suit but on an overweight man it just does not look as debonair as it does on one who is in shape. I lost weight overtime and after a spell I owned a plethora of ties, cuff links and pockets squares; and had 30 sports coats of lively colors and fabrics as well as 7 suits. Some formal and some outrageous but I loved them and the reactions I got while I was a man about town. unfortunately I’ve had a many of tragedy and unfortunate incidents happen and I’ve gained all the weight back. It’s sad because all of these tips I followed to the letter and found that a lot of these methods I learned on my own. I think these videos are fantastic to teach people that have no clue find their way to dress properly. Myself? Very sad I can no longer dress like this. Cheers fellows please don’t judge me to harshly.
Nothing judge, mate. Here's to hoping you regain your silhouette back and enjoy your wardrobe completely as you once did. Cheers.
Preston reminds me of Niels from Fraser. Soft spoken but very knowledgeable.
About sleeve length, I've bought and sold a large number of vintage jackets over the years and the most common measurement I see on Ebay is "shoulder seam to cuff" (which this video shows). Oddly the second-most common measurement I see is inner sleeve from armpit to cuff, which I think is useless, because two jackets with identical sleeve-lengths will have different "armpit to cuff" measurements according to how long or short the armhole oval is.
Hey thanks boss for the tips for owning a suit. never had a suit before but I'm getting to a point in my career where ill be needing to buy a suit. keep up the good work and it helps people like me who are not as well versed in the subjects of being a gentleman.
This video is so very helpful to me. Thank you Preston!
I always tell my customers to stand up straight, then tell them to relax their arms.
That’s usually the best way to get a normal person to stand naturally without slouching
I agree with 12 but one thing that just bothers me... is when it's not worn proper. I don't care if it's a 100dollar suit or a bespoke - I see so many people wearing ill-fitted suits that their hems are practically sweeping the floor, and their back pockets stretched out with wallet, phone and some towel(not a kerchief) to dab sweat. I don't think I'm "above" them, but I don't feel respect. Wear what you want but my only ask is, wear it properly.
Excellent video 👍🏻 keep up the good work
I had no idea about some of these. Thanks for this great video!
Love the checkered shirt and that royal blue is also gorgeous
Fun nerd fact for anyone who's seen the Good Omens TV show - Gabriel's jacket still has the vent stitching in, which given the level of detail that production had, was clearly a deliberate move by the Wardrobe Department to show that the show's douchiest angel didn't have a clue about the one thing he said he liked about humanity.
As a fashion aficionado, I noticed and had a giggle.
This Video was awesome !!! Love y’all brothas !!!
Well said young man.Thank you!
Nice Job...and I appreciate the humor
Great video
I ordered a custom suit from Jos. A Bank a few years ago. I have a large belly but from the belt down I am fairly trim. I was really annoyed when they had to order the pants based on the jacket size. They told me they would tailor the pants to fit when it came in but it seemed to me that making the pants fit from the beginning would have been better. They told me they had to select an existing pattern, that a computer CNC machine would then cut out the pieces and they would be sown together. Well, if they are cutting it out with a computer making two selections, one for the jacket and one for the pants, is not that much more difficult.
I have had them tailor those pants three times since I picked it up and I still don't feel like they fit right. It has annoyed me for years. Next time I get a custom suit I will make sure they select will select the initial pattern separately for each.
(In addition I made a poor choice when it came to the length of the pant hem. While they recommended a shorter length during the initial fitting I knew at the time I would not like it. I should have trusted myself to know what I needed.)
The suede shoes are killer!
Very well done! 😎 Thank you 👍
5'47", looking like Harry Enfield's character "Loadsamoney" 🤣
What about wearing a bowtie a hankershift and a giant yellow flower makign it look like a horder?
Preston stealing the suit made my day!
I want this man’s jawline 😂
I bought my 1st suit less than a week ago,it's currently being tailored.
2:49 Preston has Gigachad levels of jaw.
Btw a good thing
Also dang the rest of our boys looking amazing in that frame!!!!
On a sidenote: Preston's American accent is only slight and can be understood very well (I'm used to British English).
His accent reminds me of radio announcers from times past, meaning the absence of one. Old Hollywood stars used to have it as well.
@@nolamisskel You mean the so-called "Transatlantic accent", spoken by affluent people in New England and by actors. A very distinguished way of speaking English.
why does he hide his american roots?
@@arishokqunari1290 The only way that he “hides” his American origin is that he uses a bit more precise diction than most, but not as overly distinct as the Caribbean accent of Geoffrey Holder or James Earl Jones.
The Transatlantic accent is non-rhotic like RP, so he clearly does not speak anything like that.
They're from Minnesota (as am I). Putting aside the over the top stereotypical accent of the movie Fargo, the truth is that the people from the northern center of the US (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Dakotas, etc) tend to have the most neutral speech in the country and, within the states, we're generally perceived as not having a regional accent. If one understands American English at all, he or she probably going to understand people from the midwest first before any other part of the country.
What a lovely chap
Well done! I have seen so many men who leave these things intact. So awkward yet innocent ignorence.
What about the most common fail look - which is the fashionable square tip shoe with a Satin suit that is 5 sizes to small.
Impressive, very nice!
The biggest mistake is wearing a suit that's TOO TIGHT. Skinny suits don't look good if you're over 12 years old.
Naw
I like to wear suit coats/jackets a little bit loose because of weight fluctuations.
Just like jeans, super skinny or spray on clothing on men is a no-go. However, just plain skinny suits/jeans are fine, if they compliment your body type. Skinny suits look great and are very stylish, if you can pull them off.
Well done Preston!
Refreshing to see good common sense applied to dress for once. Thank you for the video.
I can’t believe men need to be told about removing stitches and labels (# 1 and # 2). But I have seen this.
Please do a "muscles and suits" video. I've gained a lot of muscles over the years and suits don't even fit that well any more, especially on the shoulders/triceps. Would love to get some information on this as there's no CZcams video touching on the subject
Nicer suits have a "athletic cut" option just like dress shirts or jeans. It may cost a little more, but the fit is more comfortable and very flattering. No tight shoulders, chest, sleeves, or thighs. The athletic cut allows for freedom of movement that is tailored to someone who lifts weights, without being too tight or restrictive.
Id love for this guy to just roast me at a formal party lol
0:33, what a beautiful suit, I love it. What brand is it?
Dunno I cut the tag off
Vintage suit by A Caraceni
Great video Preston! You are killing it in that blue suit! 👍🏼👍🏼
I'm addicted in watch this channel!!!
Another good Preston video. They just keep getting better all the time. Well done.
Finally, an another awesome video from Preston that i predicted to come.
One mistake most men make that you failed to mention is wearing a belt with a suit especially a three piece suit. With a suit you should have either side adjusters or wear braces, but no clip on suspenders, which make you look like a schoolboy.
Do you have a video that covers the boutonnière? Your help in this matter would be greatly appreciated.
4:06 Preston pretending to steal! Klepto!
I compliment you on the attire worn in this presentation.
personnaly, I start on the HPS were neck attach to shoulder ligne to the wrist, and take 3 measurements along, shoulder length, elbow length, wrist length.
I have always loved Double Breated suit jackets....now OOS. Where is a good place to have one made (USA)
Flower, tie, and shirt combo is spot on, young man. The slick hair style is a bit old for you, though. This old lady likes hair on a gentleman to be a bit looser, especially when the hair is on the straighter side. Try drying to style, and hold it in place with Aqua Net; that stuff will lock your hair in place virtually all day.
Or just use some hair gel
People who leave the tacking on their suits are like the people who leave the yellow guards on the bottoms of their Charger/Challenger bumpers!
Or the people who leave the dangling tags on Major League Baseball hats.
A truer statement has never been said
Also the same people who leave the plastic film on a new TV.
Love your shirt..it's look like faint yellow in that shirt.
A very useful video for studying English 😃👍👍👍
A well-fitted suit is the #1 cardinal rule to looking good.
You are a Superman!
12:23 I like the bold color on Kyle. He definitely should.
If you're not sure what a good fit looks like, just look at Sean Connery in any Bond film from the 1960s.
Lazenby, for all his detractors, wore suits the best. And Brosnan next imo.
Ralph fiennes Timothy Everest navy suit in skyfall was literally perfect. Especially the high waisted trousers.
What is GG's opinion on clip braces/suspenders?
My best-ever suits were a Hickey-Freeman from the eighties and a Ralph Lauren from the seventies, athough I had to have the RL tailored since I bought it while wearing a bulky sweater. Oops!
I’ve always hated the movie American psycho so I’ve never finished it, only seen it when it was on tv or at a friends house. But I didn’t realize I do the same thing as him “your compliment was sufficient Louis!” I don’t like people touching me. Haha
How could anyone not realise that you remove the tacking or the labels ? There are some idiots out there.
I have a question; relating to rule 2, should I also remove such tags on ties? They are in places that aren’t usually visible when wearing the ties, but these tags seem a little out of place so I would think that they are meant to be removed after seeing this video
Generally, no. Some ties have a loop on the back that you're supposed to pass the small end through, but for those that don't you use the label.
Preston a true gent 😎
Am I the only guy who doesn’t like his suit that much? Also, don’t like the bow tie, shoes, boutonnière or pocket square.
Good video but disagree with comments about removing stitching from outside pockets
They should remain stitched to help maintain the shape and eliminate potential sagging
Otherwise awesome
How about the mistake of wearing 4 different patterns. Shirt, bow tie, handkerchief and of course a that flower. ;}
6:05 Where can I get that striped suit that Sven is wearing? That looks sick. :)
Imagine??! I worked in a world where everybody (heck, even many of the women) wore the same thing: Wall Street in the late 70's and early 80's! A solid pastel shirt with your blue or grey pinstripe suit was just starting to be seen but not always appreciated.
what about the removal of tags from one of the Gucci suits? Some of them seem to have a rather large appliquéd on 'patch' in same location as the sewn tag almost seems like part of the suit to be kept??
In those cases, yes. It's a stylistic design from the designer.
2:46 The Three Wise Men of Style
I had an interviewee who left a brand label on the outside sleeve. The PA was convinced he did it deliberately - I thought it must have been an awful mistake. Either way he did not make the cut.
I’m starting to think these guys are time travelers from the 1920s that found out about CZcams
Can anyone tell me what kind of suit appeared on screen at the 1:40 mark?
1. No athletic shoes with suits.
2. No high water pants.
3. No polo shirt under the coat.
4. No thinking you look cool with your hands in your pockets. It looks like you're insecure and trying too hard.
5. No pretending your black suit is a tuxedo.
Removing tags lead to more sophisticated look. I guess that's no longer obvious. Anyway I dare to give you a lifehack: suits purchased in second-hand stores don't have tags attached.