Although we provide custom suits ( click here to contact me for your suit today ) and an experience that you can not buy online, we will attempt to be objective on the subject at hand. Everyone knows that brick-and-mortar retail shopping has shrunk dramatically. People order all kinds of things online and get them delivered straight to their door instead of going to a physical store.
We do this for a variety of reasons, including but not limited to:
Shopping online can be more convenient.
It can get them access to a wider variety of options so they can get exactly what they need or prefer.
It avoids dealing with pushy salespeople.
But people have a tendency to be more resistant to shopping for clothes online than for other items. They appreciate being able to feel the fabric and trying on the garment before making a purchase. There is always a risk of an ill fitting garment when ordering clothing online.
Yet, you may be running into several problems that are failing to be solved by trying to shop for clothing in person. So, you find yourself wondering again for a solution online.
Clothing Problems
For many people, shopping for off-the-rack clothing is inherently frustrating. This is true for a very long list of reasons but here are just a few::
Trends come and go, so you may know exactly what style works best for you and simply can't find it this year because it isn't "in" this year.
Most people have a body that fails to be a perfect fit for any particular size.
Even if you are a "perfect size six" for one particular brand, you might not be for any other brand because they use different in-house models.
You may have allergies to wool or dyes that make shopping a literal pain.
Trying on clothes is simply an exhausting chore.
A lot of these problems can be solved by having clothes tailor-made just for you. Instead of trying on many different outfits and hoping they work for you, your measurements are taken, the fabric is selected, and you choose the pattern or style to look and fit exactly you want.
But if you didn't grow up wealthy -- or with a parent who lovingly sewed your clothes for you -- this may be an alien experience. You may have never gotten clothes made just for you.
If so, you likely don't know what's involved. You may feel intimidated, or may not really understand the process and why it is so much better than buying off the rack.
If that's the case, read on. A little education on the topic should de-mystify the process and make you much more comfortable.
The Process
When you get a custom made suit, your measurements will need to be taken.by a local tailor who will be walking you through the process of designing your suit. You wouldn't need to do anything but stand there and enjoy the process.
But if you order online, you will need to supply them with your own measurements. This may sound intimidating, but they typically supply all the information you need to know to do this right.
Some online suppliers are also willing to send you fabric swatches so you can feel the fabric before you decide. This also means you don't have to rely on guessing how true the color is in the online photo. You can see it for yourself in person.
Some custom suit websites have an online interface for going through all the steps which can make the process extremely convenient. However, there is still no other process better than an in person fitting with a professional.
When To Buy A Custom Suit Online
Custom suits bought online tend to be cheaper than getting a bespoke suit made in person. One reason for this is that you will supply your own measurements instead of being measured by a tailor, whose time is valuable and expensive.
So, some people buy custom suits online to get it at a price that makes more sense for their budget and don’t worry too much about perfecting the fit. This option will still provide a great fit so for such people, it is a best-of-both-worlds scenario.
Others shop online because there are no good tailors anywhere near where they live. It's too much time, money and hassle to travel to the nearest brick-and-mortar location with a tailor.
Another reason you may buy a custom suit online could be for a wedding, as a request of the groom. This is a much easier process than in person, especially when the groomsmen are scattered through different states.
How To Decide
Whether or not to buy a custom suit online is a very personal question. There is no absolute right or wrong answer. There is only the right answer for you as an individual in your current circumstances.
It's fine if the answer is "no" today. But keep in mind that your answer could change as your circumstances change.
You might change your mind if you re-locate and simply can't find a good suit retailer . You might change your mind as your income goes up or your confidence in your sense of style changes
Buying a custom suit online will be much easier for someone who has a good idea of what fabrics and styles work for them and are willing to sacrifice the fit. If you are still trying to develop a style of your own, it will be much more challenging.
Of course, you can also actively work on figuring out what styles look good on your body type and what works best for your current profession or lifestyle. You don't have to just wait for that to happen organically. You can actively seek out resources for educating yourself in that regard.
If you do decide to buy a custom suit online, make your peace with the fact that the first time for anything can be a little uncomfortable simply because it's new. Then settle in and try to enjoy this new experience.
Conclusion
Buying a custom suit online can definitely be rewarding. However, at the end of the day if you want to be absolutely sure you will get the best fit, quality of materials, and unmatched service, getting a custom suit made in person is the way to go. Contact Jeffery Scott today for the best custom suit experience!
