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Every man should own a suit, and getting a custom suit is an exciting opportunity to get the perfect one. It will fit you perfectly, and you can choose the fabrics, colours and patterns; it’s entirely your decision.

But going to get your first custom suit can be daunting. With our quick guide, you’ll be ready and confident to go and get your first suit in no time.

Find a tailor to suit you

You should be comfortable when you go to get your custom suit, so finding a tailor you feel comfortable with is vital. Perhaps go to a tailor you’ve visited before, or one that is recommended by friends or family. If it doesn’t seem right, find somewhere else. You’ll be investing in a lot of money and will be visiting often whilst you go through fittings, so it’s vital you enjoy the experience. The Gwyn is a great custom tailor that will make you feel happy and comfortable throughout your journey.

Know what you want

Before you go to your tailor, have an idea about what you want. Get on Google and search men in suits; find what you like and what you dislike. All of this will help your tailor to create a suit that you love.

Don’t stress about your measurements

A custom suit is exactly that, custom, which means it’s going to fit you perfectly. Your tailor will ask you your height and weight, and now is not the time to pretend that you’ve been going to the gym more often than you have, or you’re a few inches taller. Your tailor will take a range of measurements as well; they’re all necessary and don’t worry about the numbers! It’s important your tailor knows your size exactly, to make sure your suit fits like a glove (please don’t suck in your waist!).

Make sure it’s comfortable

Tell your tailor exactly what the suit will be used for. If it’s for work, and you’ll be sitting down all day, this will help the tailor to know the best ways to make sure that your suit is comfortable for you to be sitting. Whereas if it’s a wedding, then this might not be as much of a concern.

Consider how often you’ll wear it

Make sure you’ve thought about how often you’ll wear your suit. Is it just a one-off for a wedding? Maybe a few times a year for special occasions? Or maybe for work? All of this should play a part in how you decide your suit should look. If it’s a one-off, then going for something that’s fashionable right now will look good. But if it’s something you want to last for years, think about how fashion changes and consider a more timeless option.