We all know that custom suits are never out of fashion, and each piece is a unique work of art. But have you ever wondered how long these exquisite apparels last?
Bespoke suits are meticulously handcrafted starting with measuring, first design, fabric cutting, and construction to create an exquisite ensemble that will last a long time. The high investment requires them to be more durable than ready-made items.
Our experience at Tailor Bros has shown that a well-made custom suit should last between 8 and 12 years on average. Each suit’s longevity depends on various factors when it comes to wearing and maintaining the suit.
Fabric Quality
Wool, cashmere, linen, silk, and blends are some of the natural materials you can choose from for your custom suit. As the greatest material for a suit overall, wool stands out because it provides the ideal balance of durability, breathability, style, and comfort. Wool suits are renowned for their versatility in various climates and occasions. Choosing premium wool results in a tailored suit which is both elegant and durable.
Another material that excels in both quality and endurance is cashmere. Compared to sheep wool, it is around three times warmer and more plush. The only drawback of fine cashmere is its costly price. People prefer wool-cashmere blend suits over pure cashmere in tropical climates because they are more affordable and the cashmere adds a luxurious touch without being overly warm for sunny days.
Craftsmanship
The meticulous attention to detail and long hours spent on custom tailoring make a huge difference when compared to off-the-rack suits. Additionally, reinforced stitching and high quality fabrics guarantee the garment’s long-lasting lifespan.
Bespoke suits are characterized primarily by handcrafting, which results in their superior quality and extended post-purchase service. For example, lapels and shoulders are areas that frequently experience stress and human contact, and these areas are hand-stitched to preserve their firmness over time.
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Frequency of Wear
Your custom suit’s longevity is greatly determined by how often you wear it. Wearing a custom suit too often exposes your outfit to dust and continuous contact with other people and items, and it is expected that your suit will wear and tear more easily, no matter how well it’s made and how good the fabric is.
Keeping a few suits in rotation will help to prolong their overall life and maintain their best appearance. Wearing just a single pair exposes it to a lot of use, particularly if you have to attend many events.
Care & Maintenance
If your suit is not cleaned and maintained properly, it may not even last halfway through the warranty. After each wear, a custom suit should be spot cleaned by a suit brush rather than dry cleaned to get rid of dust and dirt. It is advisable to dry clean your suits occasionally, about two or three times a year. This is due to the possibility that the chemicals used in dry cleaning could harm the fabric.
Bespoke suits need to be hung on broad hangers once they are thoroughly cleaned and dried. To stop mold from growing, they should then be kept in a breathable suit bag.
Fit and Adjustments
A well-fitting suit is always more durable than one that is too tight or baggy. The fitting and adjusting stages of the construction process are vital to the long-term endurance of custom suits, and the initial fit gives the tailor a sense of the customer’s body type and dimensions.
Before the final construction, the tailor usually leaves room for future changes in the suit measurements. Normally, the modifications are made to accommodate the needs, preferences, or changes in the customer’s fit over time. Your suits can be back to their perfect fit with skillful tailoring.
Conclusion
A professionally made, well-maintained tailored suit made of high quality fabric should last 8 to 12 years. Your custom suit can endure up to 20 or even 30 years if you take good care of it. If you wish to own an exquisite suit which lasts a lifetime, a visit to Tailor Bros would be worth your time and money.
