The dress suit, if tailored well, is one that oozes a classic, elegant feel. Not meant for all body types, you must be well built in order to carry off a dress suit. The dress suit was initially designed for royalty, and is mostly worn by the well endowed.
The three buttoned suit and the two buttoned suit are other styles of men’s suits. The two buttoned suit is mostly worn by larger men with wide mid riffs, while the three piece suits are a favourite amongst bankers and Italians. The same goes for the three piece double breasted suit which must always be well-fitted. An all American favourite is the tuxedo, which comes complete with rounded lapels and cummerbund and a matching bow tie.
If a suit is tailored well, it will sit well on your shoulders and fall just right. The lapels should be well shaped, taking your size into consideration. Keep in mind that a must with suits is the inner breast pocked. Ensure that the padding on the shoulders is kept to a bare minimum, just to retain the shape of the suit and to accentuate the style. This all depends on your physique, with heavier shoulder padding used only for the skinnier folk.
When choosing the fabric for your suit, keep in mind the occasion as well as the climate. While linen is meant for more tropical countries, there is no way you can carry off a linen suit at a formal event. Woollen suits are only meant for cooler climes, while raw silk is most suited for formal parties. While some men do wear cotton suits, they tend to look slightly tacky and are considered to be quite casual and informal.


