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MarathonKnitter
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talk to me about men's suits... update 1st post
my son is about to begin his senior year in high school! oy vey 
i want to buy him a suit for many of the formal events coming up.
where do i begin?
where should i go?
how much should i expect to spend?
UPDATE:
i'm happy to say that this thread helped me out so much.
we went to macy's to check out the sales.
we ended up getting an alfani black, single breasted suit.
the service was AMAZING!
the tailor was the BEST!
he even had DS laughing. even before i suggested it, he noted that he would leave extra fabric in the jacket and in the hem just in case DS continues to grow... how awesome is that!
we got:
* the suit
* the tayloring
* a pair of suspenders
* dinner because it was already 8pm
and
i got home with $1 left over!!!
woo hoo!!
and my mother promised to take him shirt/tie shopping!
now, all we need are dress shoes!
i'm a happy mom
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Re: talk to me about men's suits
Macys
no idea of pricing, but we've had good luck for DH there - they take the time to measure you properly and will tailor the suit to fit him well.
The guys there have always seemed to know what they're doing.
There;s always K&G as well - they are more discount, but for a growing kid, that might be your best bet
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| Posted 7/15/13 1:20 PM |
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Pray4Baby2010
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Re: talk to me about men's suits
suits run the gammit so it actually helps if you set a budget.
Dh has gotten $400 suits at Lord & Taylor that wear beautifully years later
and also ones as low as $150 at places like K&G- http://www.kgstores.com/
things to factor in- is he done growing, I wouldnt want to spend a lot on a suit if he'd grow out of it. But if he's pretty much hit the height he's going to be at, I might spend more so that it lasts for college and then interviews
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| Posted 7/15/13 1:38 PM |
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AngnShaun
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talk to me about men's suits
Century 21
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| Posted 7/15/13 1:43 PM |
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MarathonKnitter
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talk to me about men's suits
growth: he had a small growth spurt early this past spring.
my first thought was macy's because that's where i bought XH an oscar de la renta suit and it was an amazing experience.
budget... i'm hoping to spend about $400. i'm willing to go an extra $100 if it's amazing and he loves it.
mostly, i want this to be a fun experience for him. i want him to be treated well... being measured and tailored properly. he's such a quiet kid and is always worried about me spending money... i want him to feel special as his senior year starts!
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| Posted 7/15/13 1:50 PM |
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SusiBee
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talk to me about men's suits
Got to Lord & Taylor or Macy's if you want your DS to have that great experience. Good quality as well.
Stay clear of Men's Wearhouse - I don't feel their clothing is the quality that it should be for the price and I absolutely hate how they try to sell you everything.
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| Posted 7/15/13 2:03 PM |
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apwmjc
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Re: talk to me about men's suits
Posted by libby2595
growth: he had a small growth spurt early this past spring.
my first thought was macy's because that's where i bought XH an oscar de la renta suit and it was an amazing experience.
budget... i'm hoping to spend about $400. i'm willing to go $100 if it's amazing and he loves it.
mostly, i want this to be a fun experience for him. i want him to be treated well... being measured and tailored properly. he's such a quiet kid and is always worried about me spending money... i want him to feel special as his senior year starts!
Try Men's Wearhouse. One person works with you to pick out a suit. A tailor fits him. They can leave material in the pants so if he grows they can let them down.
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| Posted 7/15/13 2:04 PM |
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TheLucille2
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Jos. A Bank. Great quality--they have sales often.
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| Posted 7/15/13 2:24 PM |
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i was going to recommend K&G too. with the money left over from your budget, you can splurge on other things he may want. like a really NICE pair of mens dress shoes. that will probably last longer than the suit if he is still not done his growth spurt.
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| Posted 7/15/13 2:30 PM |
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MarathonKnitter
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oh em gee!
i think i'm in love!!
i know, i know... the kid needs to try it on and he needs to like it because he'll be the one wearing it... but look at this!!!!kenneth cole at macys
and it's 60% off!!!!
brings it down to $260 before tax! how awesome is that???!!!!
at this price, i can get him a pair of dress shoes! my mom will be in charge of shirt/tie combos
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| Posted 7/15/13 2:35 PM |
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Re: talk to me about men's suits
Posted by Elizhf34
Jos. A Bank. Great quality--they have sales often.
this - when they have sales you can get a good price.
Or macy's (one of the bigger macy's like roosevelt)
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| Posted 7/15/13 3:41 PM |
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BargainMama
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For a teenager I would go to TJ Maxx, Marshall's, Burlington or Century 21. They grow, and there is zero sense in buying a $400 suit.
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| Posted 7/15/13 3:48 PM |
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Posted by libby2595
oh em gee!
i think i'm in love!!
i know, i know... the kid needs to try it on and he needs to like it because he'll be the one wearing it... but look at this!!!!kenneth cole at macys
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and it's 60% off!!!!
brings it down to $260 before tax! how awesome is that???!!!!
at this price, i can get him a pair of dress shoes! my mom will be in charge of shirt/tie combos
I would check to see if you can use a 20% off coupon on top of that!
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| Posted 7/15/13 4:49 PM |
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MarathonKnitter
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talk to me about men's suits
checking in, a la Facebook lol
We're in Macy's and they are treating him so well!
There are some awesome deals!
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| Posted 7/15/13 7:11 PM |
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Re: talk to me about men's suits... update 1st post
I just want to say, based on the posts Ive read of yours, in regards to your son, you sound like the BEST mother and it sounds like you two have a really close and solid relationship!!!! He is lucky to have you!
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Posted by 2BadSoSad
I just want to say, based on the posts Ive read of yours, in regards to your son, you sound like the BEST mother and it sounds like you two have a really close and solid relationship!!!! He is lucky to have you!
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| Posted 7/15/13 10:36 PM |
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Re: talk to me about men's suits... update 1st post
Posted by 2BadSoSad
I just want to say, based on the posts Ive read of yours, in regards to your son, you sound like the BEST mother and it sounds like you two have a really close and solid relationship!!!! He is lucky to have you!
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DiamondGirl
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Re: talk to me about men's suits... update 1st post
Posted by 2BadSoSad
I just want to say, based on the posts Ive read of yours, in regards to your son, you sound like the BEST mother and it sounds like you two have a really close and solid relationship!!!! He is lucky to have you!
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MarathonKnitter
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Re: talk to me about men's suits... update 1st post
Posted by 2BadSoSad
I just want to say, based on the posts Ive read of yours, in regards to your son, you sound like the BEST mother and it sounds like you two have a really close and solid relationship!!!! He is lucky to have you!
thank you!
we do get along pretty well.
not only do i love him because i do... but i also LIKE him. he's a lot of fun to spend time with. he's the best thing in my life.
the best part of all of this is that he had a good time and loves his new suit.
this kid hates shopping, and he really had a good time with the whole thing.
i know i'm going to cry the ugly cry the first time he wears it out!
also... thanks to everyone who helped me think this through. although i do have SO, there's just something about talking to other women/moms about decisions that affect our kids.
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| Posted 7/16/13 6:31 AM |
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hope123
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talk to me about men's suits... update 1st post
Its great you found something you liked without spending a ton of time shopping around. Next time you need a suite, lord and taylor is a good place to buy nice when they are on sale.
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| Posted 7/16/13 11:56 PM |
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