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Owner | Bespoke Men's Clothier | Luxury Suits, Shirts & Shoes | Fit for a Gentleman

A good suit is a serious investment. Here are four tips to make your suit last: 1.⁠ ⁠Don't use your chair like a hanger! This can cause the jacket to lose its shape. If there's no hanger available, fold your jacket in half and lay it over the top of the chair to prevent permanent damage to the shoulders or lapel.  2.⁠ ⁠If your suit gets wet due to the weather, hang it to dry properly. You can even protect your suit with a new invention called a "portable canopy" or "umbrella" in rainy weather. This should be self-explanatory, but do it! We happen to have a great selection of umbrellas in the shop! 3.⁠ ⁠Use a breathable garment bag. After (the occasional) dry cleaning, remove your suit from the plastic bag and store it in a garment bag to keep it pristine. The plastic dry cleaner bag acts as a vapor barrier trapping air moisture against the fibers.  4.⁠ ⁠Dry clean only when necessary—Some people take their suits to be cleaned weekly! If this is you, I suggest you slow down. Reduce the number of times you dry clean to prevent unnecessary wear and tear. Instead, a spot clean and a quick press might do the trick. If you are going to dress like a gentleman, be responsible. Take care of your suit, and it will take care of you in return. #fashiontip #customsuit #mensclothing #customsuitshop #tailor #gentleman

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