How to buy a suit from Men's Wearhouse (2024)

Over the years, I’ve needed suits for many different occasions — and I’ve always dreaded the process of getting the right one, finding the right size, and praying that it all comes in exactly how it should after getting measured. From my first tuxedo rental years ago for prom to being a groomsman in multiple weddings, Men’s Wearhouse has been a constant source of help in the planning, renting, and purchasing of suites, and I’ve shopped at locations in NYC, Nashville, and Lubbock, Texas.

But did you know you don’t have to go to a brick-and-mortar location to find the perfect suit? There are plenty of great options at the Men’s Wearhouse online store, from event-ready tuxedos to classic suits perfect for work, formal events, and everything in between.

If you’re ready to start shopping without leaving your house, here’s how to shop for suits online at Men’s Wearhouse.

How to shop for suits online at Men's Wearhouse

To get started ordering a suit online at Men’s Wearhouse, begin by consulting the company’s fit guide to figure out exactly what kind of suit you want, be it a modern skinny fit or something more traditional.

Next, study up on how suit sizing works and know that it can be a little confusing depending on if the suit is sold as separates, where you pick the individual size of the coat and pants, or as a full suit. If it’s a full suit, you find one size that’s a number (the coat size) and a letter or word (the jacket length), like 36 Short or 40 Long. The pant sizes correspond to the jacket, meaning there’s a fair chance you’ll need alterations.

Luckily, as you shop on the site, those suits have size charts to help make conversions and an automated tool to recommend sizes you can click into on the page.

To get a little more inspiration, Men’s Wearhouse also has a dedicated page to the most popular styles in season with easy-to-shop photos.

Once you know what you want, it’s time to dive right in and shop by brand, fit, price, or package.

To make it easier, here are five great suits to consider adding to your wardrobe.

Awearness Kenneth Cole AWEAR-TECH Slim Fit Suit, Black

Every closet should have a trustworthy and dependable black suit. This one from Kenneth Cole is more than just a nice look, it’s also functional thanks to wool-blend fabric that can warm or cool itself based on your body temperature. It also has stretch mesh fabric to help keep the suit comfortable to move with you throughout the day or an event.

Pronto Uomo Modern Fit Suit, Black

Another solid option for a classic black suit, this one by Pronto Uomo has a two-button jacket with a notch lapel and flat-front, unhemmed pants so you can have them tailored to your exact height (meaning these aren’t for someone who needs to wear them straight out of the package). The fabric is 2 percent spandex to give the pants a little more stretch.

Wilke-Rodriguez Slim Fit Tuxedo Black

If you find yourself going to formal events over and over, it’s time to buy a tuxedo. This slim-fit classic black option from Wilke-Rodriguez is not only a great price, but it also looks great. satin lapel on the jacket and flat-front pants that come hemmed with a 32-inch inseam give it a classy look. And, since it’s made of a blend with spandex, it’s also comfortable and flexible.

Lauren By Ralph Lauren Sage Classic Fit Linen Suit

For color and comfort, this Lauren by Ralph Lauren linen suit comes in a variety of colors, from a modern sage green to a classic tan. The jacket has a two-button closure, notch lapel, center vent, and flap pockets, while the flat-front pants feature a natural stretch, quarter-top pockets, and lining down to the knee.

Michael Strahan Classic Fit Suit

With over 200 five-star reviews, this classic fit suit by Michael Strahan is one of the most popular on the website. You can select the size of the coat and pants individually, giving you greater freedom over the fit. The suit is made with a moveable wool-blend fabric that can move easily through day-to-day life, and it’s breathable to help control your body temperature.

How to measure for a men’s suit

The most daunting part of ordering a suit online is getting all of the sizes right — and we all know that when it comes to suits, there’s more than just small, medium, and large. For a suit, you’ll need more specific measurements, like your neck, chest, waist, the length of your arms, legs, and more.

If you live near one of Men’s Wearhouse’s hundreds of locations, it’s easy to get your measurements for free, in-store, that can be used for online purchases.

But if you’d rather figure out your fit at home, the company has a handy Online Fit Evaluator that uses a computer algorithm to help work out your correct size. And, the website claims that “fit experts will double-check your numbers to help ensure everything measures up.”

Or, if you want to make sure you get everything measured perfectly, Men’s Wearhouse offers easy steps on how to measure to find your exact size.

All you need is a soft tape measure and someone who can actually do the measurements for you.

Does Men's Wearhouse tailor?

Yes, anything you buy in-store or online from Men’s Wearhouse can be tailored by “trained professionals using the finest materials and equipment” at any of the over 700 locations. Even better, customers will only be charged one time for alterations, even if you need to have it altered again at a future date.

The company also offers same-day hemming, so you can have a garment hemmed while you wait in the store. And, one more reason to purchase from Men’s Wearhouse is that the company offers a Lifetime Free Pressing service which means any suit, sport coat, or dress slacks purchased online can be pressed in-store for free for the lifetime of the garment.

Are Men's Wearhouse suits good?

With hundreds of locations around the country and years of experience in the business, it’s safe to say that Men’s Wearhouse knows what it’s doing when it comes to men’s suits and formalwear. The company sells a variety of brands, including designer brands that generally have great reputations, like Kenneth Cole, Ralph Lauren, and Calvin Klein.

But not all suits are made equal, so it’s best to really research what kind of suit you want, what you’ll be doing while wearing it (think: dancing at a wedding or sitting through meetings in an office), and how much you want to spend to make sure you get exactly what you want.

If you’re unhappy with your suit, returns and exchanges are accepted within 90 days of the original purchase date. Or, if you get your suit and just aren’t sure about the fit, consider taking it to a store for tailoring before returning it because a little tailoring can work magic on a suit that just doesn’t feel right on the initial try-on. And hey, it’s an investment, so why not make sure it fits perfectly?

Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.