Suits and waistcoats for men and women
The suits for men and women include two-piece suits, waistcoats and travel suits, for the office, a wedding or a ceremony.
Signed by Jack & Jones and Michael Kors; the waistcoat is worn with the matching jacket and trousers, or on its own over a shirt.
A suit is chosen based on the fit of the jacket and the length of the trousers: a jacket that fits well at the shoulders can easily be altered elsewhere, whereas the opposite is rarely possible.
Two-piece suit or three-piece suit
The two-piece suit, comprising a jacket and trousers, is worn at the office; with the waistcoat, the three-piece suit is more suitable for weddings or ceremonies.
Men's and women's waistcoat
The waistcoat is worn buttoned under the jacket, with the last button undone, or alone over a shirt for a more casual look. For women, it is worn over a blouse or a white t-shirt; women's suits can be found on the page women's suits and blazers.
Wedding and ceremony suits
For a wedding, a navy blue or charcoal grey suit is suitable for almost all daytime ceremonies; black is reserved for the evening. A white or light blue shirt and a solid tie complete the outfit.
How to know if a suit fits properly
The shoulder seam should fall on the shoulder, the sleeve should extend about a centimetre beyond the shirt, and the closed jacket shouldn't create folds in an X shape. The trousers should break slightly over the shoe: a hem can be done by a tailor.
Travel suits and care
The travel suit, made from a fabric that creases less, should be hung up as soon as you arrive to let the creases fall. A suit should be brushed after each wear and dry cleaned every now and then, not every time.
Cheap suits: sales and Black Friday
The Black Friday at the end of November and the special offers reduce the prices of cheap suits; other clothing completes the outfit. Delivery fast and best price guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions about suits
What colour suit for a wedding?
Navy blue and light grey are suitable for most daytime weddings; black is more appropriate for the evening. The navy blue remains the most versatile.
Should all buttons on the jacket be fastened?
No: on a two-button jacket, only the top button is fastened; the bottom button always remains undone. When sitting, the jacket should be unbuttoned.
Waistcoat with or without jacket?
Both: under the jacket for a three-piece suit, or alone over a shirt for a more relaxed outfit. A waistcoat alone looks more casual.
How to store a suit?
On a wide hanger that maintains the shape of the shoulders, in a breathable fabric cover. A cover protects from dust.
Can you wear the suit jacket alone?
Yes, with raw jeans or chinos, if the fabric is plain and matte. A striped or shiny jacket is better worn with its matching trousers.
