Complete Guide To Buying Suits Online & Taking Measurements

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00:00 Buying Suit Online Introduction

Fortunately, these days, the internet gives you the limitless opportunity to buy a suit. In the past, you were limited to local shops, department stores or, maybe, if you traveled, you could pick up a suit at a haberdashery or a detailer.

PROs
00.49 #1: Choice
01:14 #2: Price
01:43 #3: Ease of Use
02:03 #4: You Can Take Your Time
CONs
03:28 #1: Returns
03:52 #2: You Can’t Feel The Suit
04:36 #3. The Process Is Long

Ways of Buying Suits Online
04:46 1. Go Vintage!
04:59 2. Buy An Off-The-Rack Suit
05:10 3. Custom Online Made-to-Measure Suits
05:17 4. Online Bespoke Suit

07:48 Having The Right Measurements Is Key!
In any case, no matter what of those four options you choose, the key to a well-fitting suit is the proper measurements. You’ve probably heard a hundred times that the fit of a suit matters most.

09:46 How, Then, Do You Get Your Measurements?
For body measurements, you want a second person involved. Ideally, it could be a tailor or someone with experience in measuring, but even your partner or a friend can do it, because, typically, you have step-by-step instructions. Don’t even try to measure yourself.

11:46 Jacket Measurements
The most important measurements are chest, shoulder, and length of the jacket, along with maybe sleeve length.
11:53 Pants Measurements
It is the inseam and the waist size are the most important numbers.

Things to Consider Before Buying A Suit Online
25:59 1. Consider The Occasion
26:42 2. Don’t Just Buy Something Because It’s On Sale
27:34 3. Be Intentional
27:56 4. Know What Kind of Buyer You Are First
28:38 5. Appreciate The Convenience of Online

The Process of Buying Suits Online
29:41 1. Vintage Suits
30:14 2. Off-The-Rack Suits
33:39 3. Custom Suits

39:34 Outfit Rundown

[libertariancapitalist]

Thanks to the previous EBay videos, I’ve purchased a Richard James suit, a Peter Johnston suit, an Armani suit, and a vintage Polo Ralph Lauren suit, a vintage Burberry trench coat, and some great ties. This channel has really helped me build my wardrobe at an affordable price

[RJFoster..]

Misread the subtitle as "Take measurements and buy whiskey".

Gets my vote.

[jca]

I love when you guys leave the bloopers on your videos, it gives them a more natural vibe, and do not seem artificially perfect.

[thedrummingrealtor]

As a drummer, I really appreciate that the GG background music is a drummer keeping brush time. Also the clothing and style advice on this channel is one of the absolute best of the site.

Bravi!

[Vintagebursche]

Thanks for mentioning my channel! And thanks for this great guide. The perfect video to point the next beginners to.

[firefighter]

A 40 minute Gentleman's Gazette video ? We are not worthy.

[hockerty]

Hi Raphael,
What an amazing video. Thanks for mentioning Hockerty and showing the features on our website. I have already shared the video internally because your opinion is highly valued by us.

[tombroch]

I swear to god if u want to dress up as a young men (19) there is nothing that isnt covered in depth with Gentelmens Gazette.
I really apreciate u guys for sharing ur experience and knowledge for free!

[romanopeterj]

I just ordered a suit online from Spier & Macay. I went to a local tailor, had them do my measurements, then emailed S & Macay asking them about what size they would recommend. I also told them I have sloped shoulders and they recommended their Neopolitan cut suit. Once I receive it I will bring it to a local tailor to alter.

[bluffgubben]

I think the service/knowledge of certain employees may vary but suitsupply in Stockholm has been my goto supplier for three years now. I took my measurements in the store, they are at my profile so now I create a design I like online, call the store, send any alterations from my profile to fit the style I want for that particular suit. Summer suits I want a more tapered fit, late autumn/winter suit I want a wider fit so I can wear my chelsea boots along with the suit etc, and I have always had great results by doing this.

[johnnyblaze]

I wear suits exclusively, I get all my suits tailored made to fit me, it is an absolute game

[midnightreading]

today I have been browsing some MTM suit options online for the first time, I've never had anything MTM before, never mind online and this video comes out of nowhere, i feel blessed

[GentStyle]

Thanks for the shoutout! Greatly appreciated!

[brianaw]

Just in time for the stimulus checks. Thank you, I needed this.

[AndresOssa]

Fantastic! A timeless video to rewatch before shopping.

[joshuadavis]

I would love to see a video where you guys do a video covering Articles of Style so we can receive Herr Schneider's take on their process and overall quality.

[glennmartin]

Bought a new Brooks Brothers Blazer for $100.00 included shipping

[vonvildenschwert]

I would love to buy something from Fort Belvedere, but I live in Europe, in Prague. And if I order anything from you, I will have to pay 21 percent tax of the price extra. What a pity.

[Quangdan]

Keep up the good work Mr. Schneider. I like your presentation style very much; full of charm, informative, and with a touch of social warm. I like how you talk to your audiences. Mr. Centeno at RMRM, I couldn't stand watching him. Unlike you, Mr. Centeno talk at his audiences, I feel overwhelm/ under attack by his verbal bullets :) Also he always makes himself seem obviously like a man on a mission to sell you something (all that clothes and style yet the vibe is no different than a used car sale man, sad). Anyway, À votre santé and pleasant weekend ;)

[romanianspy]

I noticed in the town I live in there are many men starting to wear flat caps and vintage style Winter coats are also more common, neat!