Casual Chic: The Double-Breasted Suit for Informal Occasions

June 30, 2024 Jean-Paul Samson

Informal Occasions with a Double-Breasted Suit

Wearing a Double-Breasted suit for casual occasions can be just as stylish as it is for formal occasions. Informal occasions with a Double-Breasted suit can range from a family gathering to a casual dinner with friends. By experimenting with different combinations and accessories you can always put together a suitable and stylish outfit.

For example, choose to combine a Double-Breasted suit with loafers for a chic, yet comfortable look. Or go for a Double-Breasted suit with a t-shirt to get a more relaxed look. The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and confident in what you wear.

Shirt collars and cuffs, ensure a proper fit

April 24, 2024 Jean-Paul Samson

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Have you ever noticed when you see a man who has dressed completely to impress, according to the latest fashion, wearing an 'Italian' suit, jacket with a striking fabric, an oversized pocket square, or shirt without a collar, that something is wrong?

Something you can't quite put your finger on and almost certainly has nothing to do with the colour, patterns or combinations in his outfit?

What is the correct sleeve length for a jacket?

February 28, 2024 Jean-Paul Samson

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In our tailor's blog post about oversized shoulders in your jacket, we talked about which points are important for a good fit in your jacket.

As discussed in the previous article, the width of side seams does not have much to do with whether a jacket appears too large, this is purely a matter of taste.

One of the things that makes a suit look too big is a sleeve length that is too long. You often encounter this as a tailor and in this blog we will go into more depth.