April 24, 2011
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Update: proper suiting (new clothes!)
Almost a year ago, I wrote a post on the topic of how to make a suit look good. Now I have an example to share. A personal example.
This is a black cashmere/wool 2-button suit by Alfani that I got back from my tailor yesterday.
Got the suit on sale from Macys.com for $178 (marked down from $450-500) and spent $75 on alterations. Altogether not bad at all in the big scheme of pricy suiting.
Alterations included
- taking in the front, back, sides
- shortening the sleeves to show 1/4″ of cuff
- getting the pants let out
- slimming and fitting pant legs more
- hemming pants so that the hem is just far enough so that no sock shows when standing (with almost no break)
I am pretty satisfied with this, I must say.
-b.
Comments (14)
Whoo hoo! Wow, u clean up nice! =]
@nerdyveggiegirl - Haha thanks, M!
Looking good
should have taken a full picture instead of your head cut off.. lol
Your body looks…HOT. Wow.
@xkthily - Thanks! I would’ve if my webcam angle wasn’t so terrible (and if I took the time to do my hair..) XD
A good suit SHOULD emphasize the good thing about a person’s body. 
@stringstomyheart - LOL Thanks!
SHOOT, I am pretty satisfied. ;D Hahahaha, have fun Friday!!
Nice.
It looks great on you, and what an awesome buy!
Looking gooooood! I’m all about the tailoring right now. You saw that I am having a dress made for the wedding?
@SecretNeverTold - Thanks, KP!
I did see that you are getting your dress made for the wedding. I can’t wait to see the dress! 
@HelloKitty0809 - Thanks Lena! You’re hilarious. x)
@wtf_turmoill - Thanks, Tess
@boxedwine - Aww thanks. I am so glad I caught the sale at the perfect time.
@B2yan_C - Why are you so humble? You HAVE a nice body under that layer of cloth, just admit it.
Looking sharp dude!
@stringstomyheart - Hahahaha. You are a master of flattery. I really appreciate the compliment. Even more reason for me to get back to the gym as soon as my hyperextended elbow heals up!
@davidmiya - Thank you! You’re lookin’ pretty ballin’ in your picture too.