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FAQs

Where can I go get measured for a suit? ›

That means you can go into any “brick and mortar” tuxedo shop or Men's Warehouse in your area and ask for complimentary measurements, and they will take them for you, free of charge.

You can have professional measurements taken free of charge at any of our over 700+ locations nationwide. To be connected to the Men's Wearhouse nearest you, please call 1-800-776-SUIT(7848), or click here to access our Store Locator.

Chest: Measuring tape should be underneath arms and over largest part of chest. Overarm: Measure over the arms with the jacket off, across the largest part of chest and upper arms. Waist: Measure just below bellybutton where dress pants are usually worn. Hips: Measure across largest part of seat and thigh.

Six weeks is the latest you should ever be starting your suit fitting process. Ultimately, the more time you give your supplier, the more time you have to make sure the suit fits perfect and the less stressed you (and your partner) will be!

Indeed, if you want to rest assured that your measurements are taken by a professional, you can go to any tailor and ask him to measure you.

To get accurate measurements, you will need a soft measuring tape and a partner to help. Remove your outerwear and/or suit jacket when having your measurements taken. Of course, you can always stop in at any Men's Wearhouse and one of our Expert Stylists will be happy to take your measurements.

For example, some men's clothing stores sell entry-level ready-to-wear (RTW) suits for around $300 - $1000. And you can expect to pay more for an MTM suit that is closer in quality and look to a bespoke garment; the price could be anywhere from $1000 - $5000+ for a high-quality, made-to-measure suit.

Other alterations, like tailoring a suit or dress, or more complex changes, require about 10 to 20 minutes in order to obtain the best fit possible. Bridal and custom suit appointments can take between 30 and 60 minutes.

The basic answer of the difference between a suit and a tuxedo is satin (aka the shiny fabric). A tuxedo will have satin on the lapel of the jacket, as well as a satin lining on the side of the trousers.

We offer professional tailoring at every Men's Wearhouse location to make sure you have the perfect fit.

Does it matter what you wear to get fitted for a tux? ›

When you go to a suit fitting, you want to get the best possible idea of how the suit will fit you. As such, you'll want to make sure you're wearing whatever undershirt you're planning on wearing on the day of the ceremony to the fitting. Your shoes will also play a role in determining how well your pants fit.

Before you consider getting measured, please keep in mind that your tuxedo size is no different than your suit size. If you have a suit or sport jacket in your closet that fits you well, we highly recommend that you choose that same size. We suggest only getting measured (or measuring yourself) as a last resort.

Macy's Will Gladly Assist You By Tailoring a Suit To Fit Your Style.

If you're buying something off the rack, you can do reasonably well with an in-store employee, who will give you measurements for your chest, sleeve length, waist, and inseam. Once you have those, you can try a ready-made suit at or near those sizes and zero in on the best size and fit for you.

Ideally, ordering your suit 4-6 months out is what we recommend. This gives the groom and the wedding party plenty of time to get their suits, try them on, and get any necessary in-person alterations made. We start with the groom.

While wedding tuxedo prices do vary, the average tux cost in the U.S. ranges from $200 to $499.

A typical tuxedo jacket size looks something like 42R or 42 Regular. The 42 refers to your chest measurement. If you have a larger upper body, you may have to pick up a size or two bigger. For example, if your chest measures 40" and your overarm measures 49", the recommended jacket size is 42.

Bust (chest) - Measured at the nipple line. Waist - Measured at the narrowest point. Hips - Measured at the broadest (largest) point. Length (neck to waist) - Measured down the spine.

Is there an app to take tailor measurements? ›

Not only does the MysizeID application easily and flawlessly take your measurements, it also compares those measurements to the different sizes as they pertain to each brand. So after entering your measurements, the app knows what size you are for each specific brand that you're interested in shopping.

A suit can be tailored in a few days, even in a few hours if the store has the bandwidth. However, typically there is some wait and you should expect to wait 2 days all the way up to 2 weeks if the store is busy.

If you are not close to a Suitsupply store, you may alternatively take your garment to your personal tailor. Our Made-to-Measure Personal Tailoring programmes are exclusively available through our stores.

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Do I have to return my tuxedo to the same store where I picked it up? No, you can return your rental to any Men's Wearhouse location.

A tailor will measure with a tape measure, the usual measurements are taken, such as chest, waist, shoulders, sleeve etc. A tailor will also take measurements and examine the way a customer stands and moves whilst wearing a jacket, trousers and waistcoat.

If you are on a budget, there are good-looking suits for $600-$999 that you can tailor to make look higher-priced. There are also great suits that you can find in the $300-$599 range that would get the job done.

Besides, unless you opt for a high-end tailor, you can easily get your suit jacket in a matter of 2-3 days at max. Another thing to consider is whether you're in a hurry or not. Assuming that you are, it'll surely require you to pay some additional cost as a rush fee and get it tailored within your desired timeframe.

It usually consists of a jacket and pants, and it is versatile and can be worn for both formal and informal occasions. The three-piece suit adds a waistcoat or vest to the mix, and it is typically more formal than the two-piece. The tuxedo is a type of three-piece suit that is typically worn for black-tie events.

If choosing between the two styles is making you feel stressed, one aspect to keep in mind is the price. In general, tuxedos tend to be a little more expensive thanks to the extremely high-quality cut and fabric used.

Is it OK to wear a suit instead of a tuxedo? ›

When can you wear a suit instead of a tuxedo? If you're not hosting a black tie, white tie, or formal wedding, you can absolutely wear a suit. There are so many different suit styles available, from classic black suits that have a dressier feel, to more informal khaki or tan suits, to modern blue or burgundy styles.

Wearing a dress shirt and tie to your appointment will help you and the tailor get a better idea of sleeve length and if any adjustments to the collar or lapels are needed. Wearing shoes will help the tailor get a more accurate idea of where the break on your pants will be to ensure proper drape.

No. You need NOT take off clothes at the tailor's for measurements. Perfect body measurement can be achieved via other ways as well like analysis, adjustments, usage of precision equipment etc. Visit a female tailor and you will feel very comfortable.

Suit coat or sport coat, dress slacks or chinos, dress shirt, tie, dress shoes, dress belt. Pocket silk is optional.

No, you can rent individual items (e.g., a shirt, suit, or shoes). We do have a minimum checkout threshold of $149 dollars for an order to qualify for free shipping. Please note that we do not rent separate pieces of a suit or tuxedo (e.g. only a jacket, or only pants).

The seat of tuxedo pants should sit comfortably at your waist or slightly below. The tuxedo pants should be tailored to your body and fit snugly without being too tight. They shouldn't be too loose and should not bunch or sag at the waist, as this can cause the seat to sit incorrectly.

The rule of thumb is that you can go down two sizes at a maximum, but a suit jacket or blazer only one size too large is a safer option. The problem is always that jackets that are too large can also be too large in the shoulders, which is a more challenging thing to alter.

Before you consider getting measured, please keep in mind that your tuxedo size is no different than your suit size. If you have a suit or sport jacket in your closet that fits you well, we highly recommend that you choose that same size. We suggest only getting measured (or measuring yourself) as a last resort.

Indeed, if you want to rest assured that your measurements are taken by a professional, you can go to any tailor and ask him to measure you. It is very important that your tailor follows specifically our instructions to get measured.

What is the difference between a suit and a tuxedo suit? ›

The basic answer of the difference between a suit and a tuxedo is satin (aka the shiny fabric). A tuxedo will have satin on the lapel of the jacket, as well as a satin lining on the side of the trousers.

To get accurate measurements, you will need a soft measuring tape and a partner to help. Remove your outerwear and/or suit jacket when having your measurements taken. Of course, you can always stop in at any Men's Wearhouse and one of our Expert Stylists will be happy to take your measurements.

The OUTseam is that seam on the outside of the leg of shorts or pants that begins at the top of the waistband and extends to the bottom of the hem.

Outseam– Measure from the top of the waistband to the bottom of the pant.

To measure the outseam of a person, make sure that the person has the slacks on his waist where he would normally where them. Take the tape and from the top of his pant line to the top of where the shoe meets the foot from the outside just below the ankle, add 1" and you have the pant outseam.

When it comes to tuxedo shirts, small, medium, large and so on actually coincide with your neck size. Size small shirts are for neck sizes roughly 14 to 14 ½ inches around, size medium 15 to 15 ½ inches around and so on. Determining your neck size is easy. Use a cloth tape measure and measure around your neck.

You don't need to do any ironing before your tailoring appointment, but do bring a shirt, tie and shoes similar to what you'd anticipate wearing with your new suit.