Men's : Distinctive Men's Suits Begin With The Right Choice Of Fabrics

Tag : Worsted Fabric

(SkyNewswire.com)---Fashion trends have certainly changed in men'sclothing since our fathers' generation. While the dapper dresser ofthe past always had his place, and men have always "dressed forsuccess" to one degree or another, there is far a more aware andsophisticated approach to clothing today than ever.

As evidenced by the explosion of fashion magazines and TV programsaimed at the subject of men's wear and even makeovers, men todayare much more aware of how they're dressed than they were in thepast, when fashion wasn't much more than an afterthought. Many menare paying more attention to their wardrobes than their cars ortraditional male hobbies in an attempt to achieve the respect thebusiness world bestows on a well-dressed man. The best way toachieve this look, of course, is with a "killer" new suit.

While style and cut is important, the deeper idea to be aware of isthat the proper fabric is the most important component of theperfect suit. To decide which fabric is right for you, you'll needto know how each will look, feel, and wear. The followingdescriptions of fabrics commonly used in men's suits will point youin the right direction.

Non-wools

Linen: Probably not the best choice for a new suit. Linen islightweight and has a look that will set you apart from everyoneelse, but it stains and wrinkles easily. It can create a suit witha nice line, but it won't stay that way all day at the office.

Polyester: The only reason to consider a polyester suit is if it'sblended with wool in order to reduce the cost. Polyester is madefrom chemicals, not natural fibers, and suits made from it were instyle about as long as disco in the 1970s. What you'll save on ablended suit isn't worth the look.

Microfiber: Fine for a Halloween costume but not much else. Stayaway from any suit made from microfiber.

Teflon: The same comments that apply to microfiber also apply toTeflon. Unless you plan to fry an egg on your sleeve, stay awayfrom it.

Wools

Tweed: Now we're into the fabric of choice for men's suits, butdon't get too excited yet - tweed is not the first choice. While itwill keep you warm in very cold weather, the fabric is too heavy toflow on your body. You may very well see tweed suits on seniors; ithas a very old-fashioned look. But it's best to avoid tweedaltogether, as it will tend to make you look heavier.

Flannel: Suits made from flannel are also pretty heavy, as they aremade from corded wool. Although flannel is very durable andavailable in charcoal gray with pinstripes, it's better suited forpajamas than suits.

Tropical: Because this wool crepe is very lightweight, it'sextremely difficult to keep from wrinkling. This is not the fabricof choice for your new suit.

Worsted: You probably figured out by now that we saved the best forlast. Gabardines and mid-weight corded wools are Worsted fabricsthat are durable and can be worn all year long. Make sure your nextsuit is made from Worsted wool.


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