Choosing and fixing on the best kind of Fabric for a Suit is crucial but complicated. Some people do not find it necessary to invest some time in choosing the perfect fabric for their suit and they end up picking any fabric that comes their way. We request you; never commit such a mistake.

A suit makes you look sophisticated and gives you the chance to display your personal style. A suit makes you look sharp only when it is stitched with a fabric that is perfect for you. The ill-fitting of a suit is usually caused by an ill-chosen fabric. Moreover, you cannot wear a woollen suit in summer and look as cool as ice because you will probably be sweating like a gypsy with a mortgage.

This is why choosing a good fabric is important. There is number of fabrics to choose from. Let’s find them out.

For winter: Wool

Wool is the most popular and sought-after fabric for suits. It is aesthetic, versatile and breathable which makes it an ideal fabric for varying climates. Wool is a natural material and it can be worn by everyone. Moreover, it is wrinkle free and softer than many other fabrics.  But there is one downside to wool. Wool is heavier than some fabrics and this, very often, puts many men off.

Worsted Wool

Worsted wool is a dense textile that is soft and possesses high sturdiness. There is one obvious difference between worsted and other wool. Instead of being spun, it is worsted. It is firstly untangled through a carding process and all the brittle and short fibres are removed. The remaining long strands are spun to form a sturdy and smooth fabric. The suits made out of worsted wool are really durable and can be worn over years.

For summer: Cotton

Cotton is second most favourite and popular fabric for suits. Cotton is collected from plant fibres. Since cotton is a breathable and lightweight fabric, cotton suits do not hinder the body movement and they breathe. As cotton suits are prone to creasing, they look a little shoddy. Thus, they do not look as luxurious as woollen suits.

Linen Suits

Linen suits are really lightweight and even in high temperatures, they maintain their coolness.  Linen suits wrinkle and stain very easily and this is why, they are a little high maintenance. You will have to dry clean them on regular basis if you want to keep them with you for a long time. Otherwise, linen suits are THE best for really hot regions.

The “Whenever you want to wear me” suits: Velvet

Velvet is the fabric of luxury. It is closely woven and is made from fabrics like cotton, silk and nylon.  Velvet is a breathable fabric but it also depends on its making. The silk and cotton velvet is more aerated than nylon. Velvet suits are extremely smooth and look very rich. Their lustre makes them an ideal garment for parties.

Corduroy

Corduroy suits are sturdy, breathable and they look absolutely classy. They are extremely comfortable, even in the poorest weathers.  Cord is really durable and it can literally last forever.

Cloth Weight

Cloth weight is another matter to discuss when it comes to suits. Here we will tell you about the typical cloth weights;

• 7oz – 9oz: Ideal in really high temperatures.
• 5oz – 11oz: Light to middleweight. Perfect for moving late summer to pre-winter days.
• 11oz – 12oz:Middleweight. Perfect fabric weight for most of the days. Choose this for your first suit purchase.
• 12oz – 13oz: Heavier middleweight. A satisfactory choice for daily wear, but not in summer.
• 14oz – 19oz: Great on a really cold autumn or winter’s day.

Purchasing suits can be a really expensive thing, so do not rush. Make some time for choosing and deciding the fabric for your suit because the fabric can either make it or break it. We wish you all the best. Have a happy suit.

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