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Men's Suits are SO expensive!
Locust Fork
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I swear.....I thought it was about time we bought our son an actual suit. He has his high school year this year, so I wanted nice pictures for the yearbook and there are guaranteed to be several events that it might come in handy, plus it might actually fit him for a while before he outgrows it (hopefully.)
I found a nice jacket on sale at Joseph A Banks for $99 and the shirts were on sale. The guy ringing us up helped me discount the two pairs of pants we got.
I'll never EVER get used to buying shirts without trying them on. Pulling out these folded shirts and laying ties on them look wonderful together, but you still just feel funny not trying it on.
Altogether, we got out of there with two pants, two shirts a tie and jacket for a little more than $500.
Shopping for the girls isn't this bad!
I hope my son grows up to be successful and happy.....but I'll be in trouble if this boy needs a bunch of suits!
I found a nice jacket on sale at Joseph A Banks for $99 and the shirts were on sale. The guy ringing us up helped me discount the two pairs of pants we got.
I'll never EVER get used to buying shirts without trying them on. Pulling out these folded shirts and laying ties on them look wonderful together, but you still just feel funny not trying it on.
Altogether, we got out of there with two pants, two shirts a tie and jacket for a little more than $500.
Shopping for the girls isn't this bad!
I hope my son grows up to be successful and happy.....but I'll be in trouble if this boy needs a bunch of suits!
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Spent $ 1,500.00 for one suit, and got three more that listed for around $ 1,200.00 each for nothing.
Doubt I'll have to buy a suit again. Even got a black one to my funeral.[:)]
Brad Steele
Irony: Woman complaining that men's clothes are too expensive.
[;)][:D]
I think you can expect him to grow out of them in 4 years or less. shirt first, then pants, then jacket. so when (or if) you buy more clothes you may invest less in shirts and pants, and more on another jacket.
he won't use them often but when he needs it, he's going to need it. a young man must have a suit of clothes.
he won't use them often but when he needs it, he's going to need it. a young man must have a suit of clothes.
I couldn't agree more.
If he hasn't learned already, make him learn how to tie a necktie.
If you don't know how, here's the best video I've seen on it....it doesn't hurt that the girl is easy on the eyes.
EDIT been reading everyone else post lot of thrift shop buyer . SO TELL ME the next time you can find a 37 Tall suit or sport coat 34 inch sleeves or pair of slacks 28 waist 34 inseam at a thrift store [V][:(!][:(]
the most common method is the Half Windsor. they all look complicated but hands-on practice makes it second nature.
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Hey KASEY .WHEN I WENT TO WORK FOR IBM "BACK IN THE DARK AGES" dress code was 3 piece suit white shirt only Tie and wing tip shoes . As a country boy even thou 24 years old did not have a suit[:(] darn 1/2 pay check went for clothes the first six month . I was working on equipment like that . They did not relax the dress code until the 1990's HOWEVER I was always treated with respect every where I went in a suit[^] Different time different place but well dressed does get you into places that you might never visit dressed Casual. COUGARS LIKE YOUNGER MEN DRESS NICEforget I said that [}:)]
[:D][:D][:D] I do hope he ends up going places that require that you dress nicer from time to time. I have done my best to take my three out a little so they knew the difference between going to a Broadway show and going to the movies. I miss the days of men dressing nice in nicer places. Its the women too....but when you are surrounded by men in suits you know you should carry yourself a little better and be a little more on alert.
It just hacks me off to no end to go to a nice place to eat and see people wander in dressed like they were going to some red neck hoe down. Pappadeaux's is a nicer Cajun type place near here and they have a great atmosphere, wonderful food and the people who work there are all trained very well on how to serve and make a diner appreciate what they have. The last time we were there I saw a guy in a nasty t-shirt, baseball hat walk by and his teenage daughter was wearing shorts that were so tiny I guarantee she didn't have panties on. I shot the mom a dirty look and from the look I got back she knew exactly what my problem was. She looked pretty embarrassed. Maybe next time she will try to teach her group a little respect and manors.
quote:Originally posted by GuvamintCheese
I won't put on a suit unless I'm forced.
Translation = when yer bride says so,,,,,,,,,,,[:D][}:)][:o)]
yep, busted.
I swear.....I thought it was about time we bought our son an actual suit. He has his high school year this year, so I wanted nice pictures for the yearbook and there are guaranteed to be several events that it might come in handy, plus it might actually fit him for a while before he outgrows it (hopefully.)
I found a nice jacket on sale at Joseph A Banks for $99 and the shirts were on sale. The guy ringing us up helped me discount the two pairs of pants we got.
I'll never EVER get used to buying shirts without trying them on. Pulling out these folded shirts and laying ties on them look wonderful together, but you still just feel funny not trying it on.
Altogether, we got out of there with two pants, two shirts a tie and jacket for a little more than $500.
Shopping for the girls isn't this bad!
I hope my son grows up to be successful and happy.....but I'll be in trouble if this boy needs a bunch of suits!
You got off easy - try adding good shoes to the shirts and suit.
A good suit and quality shoes will last a long time. I have some Edward Green, Churchs and John Lobb made shoes that have beeen with me for about 20 years. Allen Edmonds and Alden are pretty good too. But when you buy good stuff use the Cary Grant rule and don't buy anything too fashionable because after a while it will look dated.
Hey KASEY .WHEN I WENT TO WORK FOR IBM "BACK IN THE DARK AGES" dress code was 3 piece suit white shirt only Tie and wing tip shoes . As a country boy even thou 24 years old did not have a suit[:(] darn 1/2 pay check went for clothes the first six month . I was working on equipment like that . They did not relax the dress code until the 1990's HOWEVER I was always treated with respect every where I went in a suit[^] Different time different place but well dressed does get you into places that you might never visit dressed Casual. COUGARS LIKE YOUNGER MEN DRESS NICEforget I said that [}:)]
When I worked for the Prudential I felt sorry for the IBM CE. When he had to work under the floor tiles he came out looking like a boiler tender. He said he got a clothing allowance but it wasn't enough to cover his shirts.
My pity for him was mitigated a bit by the fact I was getting paid twice what I was worth and he was making twice as much as I was. He saved a fortune on laundry. [;)] [:D]
Seriously, I went to a place called Zanes western outfitters and bought three great suits for less then what you paid and they are top quality. Joseph A Banks does have some of the best brand suits and great prices. Guess i haven't looked there lately. Every young man his age needs a couple of suits for different events. Tell him to take good care of them and they will last many years. Good job MOM and I am proud of you.
Mens' jackets HAVE to fit right.
Two suits didn't cut it in my time and it was worse for women who spent their entire salaries on their wardrobes.
Sport jackets can look well with a variety of slacks.
There used to be a saying "Clothing makes the man."
I found it to be true.
Also, shined shoes are important if they are smooth leather.
My father was an old Victorian Englishman and insisted that was the first impression a man gives.
I've lived in casual clothes since then, with "dress up" being grey slacks and a navy blazer. Every once in a while, I'll see a suit in a store that I simply have to have, but that's rare. Still have a few classic ties out of the dozens I once had.
The problem I have now is that I buy a suit, wear it once or maybe twice (two years apart) and then find that the damn things shrink in the closet. Dunno how that happens...
At age 76 I was accepted as a Congressional intern, as part of my senior year at college. I had to wear coat and tie during the office hours. I was able to buy 3 piece suits, sport coats, dress trousers, white shirts, and multiple colors of ties. People coming into the office thought that I was a lawyer. Having said that, all the clothes that I wore were bought in thrift shops. Typical prices were like, $15 for a suit, 3 to 5 for a sport coat, trousers 5, ties 50 cents, white shirts 2 to 5. Right now I have about 10 to 15 suits in my closet along with other clothes to go along with them.
U were a 76 yo."Senior" in College? How did U like studying with all the 20-something kids?[8D]
quote:Originally posted by Locust Fork
I swear.....I thought it was about time we bought our son an actual suit. He has his high school year this year, so I wanted nice pictures for the yearbook and there are guaranteed to be several events that it might come in handy, plus it might actually fit him for a while before he outgrows it (hopefully.)
I found a nice jacket on sale at Joseph A Banks for $99 and the shirts were on sale. The guy ringing us up helped me discount the two pairs of pants we got.
I'll never EVER get used to buying shirts without trying them on. Pulling out these folded shirts and laying ties on them look wonderful together, but you still just feel funny not trying it on.
Altogether, we got out of there with two pants, two shirts a tie and jacket for a little more than $500.
Shopping for the girls isn't this bad!
I hope my son grows up to be successful and happy.....but I'll be in trouble if this boy needs a bunch of suits!
You got off easy - try adding good shoes to the shirts and suit.
A good suit and quality shoes will last a long time. I have some Edward Green, Churchs and John Lobb made shoes that have beeen with me for about 20 years. Allen Edmonds and Alden are pretty good too. But when you buy good stuff use the Cary Grant rule and don't buy anything too fashionable because after a while it will look dated.
When he went to prom last year we bought him a nice pair of brown shoes that are nice looking, but not "flashy"...so they work with his new purchases. I'm surprised they still fit him. He has been a size 12 shoe for two years straight now. Maybe this is where his feet will stay (please!) It was too funny.....two years ago he went to prom with one of my daughter's friends. He had no interest in going to the prom, but got asked several times every day by girls that didn't have anyone to go with. He said no to all of them, but couldn't tell the friend no. He didn't even go to his own prom last year. I bet I have to MAKE him go this year....which is IS going, its his senior year! (I know.....I shouldn't, but I just want the goofy prom pictures!)
You can see the shoes in this pic...
At age 76 I was accepted as a Congressional intern, as part of my senior year at college. I had to wear coat and tie during the office hours. I was able to buy 3 piece suits, sport coats, dress trousers, white shirts, and multiple colors of ties. People coming into the office thought that I was a lawyer. Having said that, all the clothes that I wore were bought in thrift shops. Typical prices were like, $15 for a suit, 3 to 5 for a sport coat, trousers 5, ties 50 cents, white shirts 2 to 5. Right now I have about 10 to 15 suits in my closet along with other clothes to go along with them.
Last suit I purchased, I got at a thrift shop, $20 total. Cost more for new shoes at Walmart[8D]
I swear.....I thought it was about time we bought our son an actual suit. He has his high school year this year, so I wanted nice pictures for the yearbook and there are guaranteed to be several events that it might come in handy, plus it might actually fit him for a while before he outgrows it (hopefully.)
I found a nice jacket on sale at Joseph A Banks for $99 and the shirts were on sale. The guy ringing us up helped me discount the two pairs of pants we got.
I'll never EVER get used to buying shirts without trying them on. Pulling out these folded shirts and laying ties on them look wonderful together, but you still just feel funny not trying it on.
Altogether, we got out of there with two pants, two shirts a tie and jacket for a little more than $500.
Shopping for the girls isn't this bad!
I hope my son grows up to be successful and happy.....but I'll be in trouble if this boy needs a bunch of suits!
Joseph A. Banks can be expensive. Try K&G if you have one near you.
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