So I'm getting a few suits made- normally I would go for super 110s or 120s merino wool...but my tailor is trying to convince me that the 150s and 180s (english wool and cashmere blend) are much finer quality.
In your experience how do these finer fabrics pass the test of time? If you have 6 suits in your wardrobe, and change everyday do you expect the 180s to last a few years and hold up as well as 110s?
Feedback appreciated
| +82 | Little things you do to look your best | 35 | 4d | |
| +24 | What To Wear Over Face/Head to Avoid Freezing While Not Looking Stupid | 15 | 2d | |
| +20 | Best First Watch to Buy? | 20 | 1w | |
| +18 | Desperate for Haircut Recommendation in NYC | 9 | 3w | |
| +13 | What do Interns Wear? | 3 | 1w | |
| +12 | Upgrading wardrobe for casual wear -- where to shop? | 3 | 1w | |
| +9 | Wearing Suits / Office Attire in IB | 2 | 3w | |
| +8 | SA Office Wear - Women | 13 | 1d | |
| +7 | Female IB Attire | 6 | 3w | |
| +7 | What should I wear for my PE headshot? | 5 | 1w |
Career Resources
Get instant access to lessons taught by experienced private equity pros and bulge bracket investment bankers including financial statement modeling, DCF, M&A, LBO, Comps and Excel Modeling.
In mz experience finer suits look better, but are more prone to accidents and require more care. It can also be that I am more prone to suit-damaging accidents when wearing good fabrics XD.
ok thanks so wearing 150s and 180s on a weekly basis should hold up ok with good care? worth the extra $ according to you?
i think that might be a bit high to hold up to regular wear.
They are finer fabrics indeed, but they won't resist the daily wear. Stick with 120's
+1
Those fabrics are great when you have a huge rotation of suits but until you have like 10 suits, stick with 120s. I've made the mistake of going with a higher thread count wool and the suit didn't even last a year.
Note that I'm pretty hard on clothes in general.
+1
Those fabrics are great when you have a huge rotation of suits but until you have like 10 suits, stick with 120s. I've made the mistake of going with a higher thread count wool and the suit didn't even last a year.
Note that I'm pretty hard on clothes in general.
Quia sapiente rem amet qui deleniti. Qui consectetur ullam debitis quo. Qui molestias porro dolorum sint dolorem amet. Quis minima enim quia velit minus.
See All Comments - 100% Free
WSO depends on everyone being able to pitch in when they know something. Unlock with your email and get bonus: 6 financial modeling lessons free ($199 value)
or Unlock with your social account...