Things you’re doing wrong when buying a suit, according to Indochino style expert Dean Handspiker.
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“Ensure your tailor adjusts
to both your preference
and your body.”52 MEN’S FITNESS SEPTEMBER 2019
Find what suits you
MFTOP TIPS
Top ’tachesStay looking sharp with
ro
yeTHE CLASSIC
MOUSTACHEThis popular, time-
honoured style brings
sophistication to any
occasion. But it’s not
just about the hair:
your skin needs to
shine, too. A good face
wash will remove dead
skin cells to give your
’tache a perfectly
clean canvas. Then
follow up with a quality,
hydrating moisturiser.THE HANDLEBARIt’s not for the faint-
hearted, but this
eccentric style will
make you stand out,
especially if you have
a wider face. After
using a razor to
remove hair on the
cheeks, neck and
chin, style with a little
wax or balm to twist
the ends. Scissors
can add finer detail
to this style.THE FULL BEARDThe trend now is
to wear beards
shorter and keep
them immaculate.
Tidy up your neckline
with a beard trimmer,
or for an even cleaner
look, use a straight
razor or ask your
barber to “line up” your
beard. Moisturiser or
special beard balm
can help keep the
stray hairs in check.It needs to fit!
While not the starting
point, the fit of your
suit is the single
most important thing.
Ensure your tailor
adjusts to both your
preference and your
body. You want the
waist to be nipped,
but not pulling, the
shoulders to lay flat,
the sleeves to show
7mm of shirt cuff
and the pants to break
at the shoe without
bagging. Take the time
to perfect your fit.
Consider versatilityIf you’re shopping
for your first suit, a
midnight blue will go
with you anywhere.
Solids are solid, but
a micro-check or
tonal pattern will take
you from the office
to a night out and
will work for a big
wedding, too. You
can also consider
a Prince of Wales or
Herringbone pattern.
Both are perennial
classics that easily
dress up or down.Go natural100% merino wool is
a great starting point,
as it’s breathable and
naturally moisture
wicking. Blends with
cashmere and mohair
add softness; linen
or silk add lightness.
While man-made
fibres can add
strength or stretch,
it’s best to avoid
anything with more
than 5% synthetic
content for comfort.Know what’s insideA quality suit will
feature half or full
canvas construction
where the inner layers
are sewn together,
allowing the suit to
mould to your body
over time. Avoid suits
where the interlining
is glued to the
underside of the fabric.
Over time, the upper
chest will start to
pucker and it will
never sit as well.Know thyselfLarger guys look best
in a two-button jacket
with wider lapels,
while skinny lapels
or double-breasted
jackets favour tall,
slim men. If you are
vertically challenged,
choose a lower button
stance to lengthen
your torso visually.
Select what works
for you, not the latest
trend, and you’ll look
better for it.1 2 3 4 5
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