| A well-fitting suit is a symbol of power, success | | | | cashmere and angora. Other less popular materials |
| and confidence but is the suit you're wearing to | | | | include cotton, flannel and linen. |
| the office truly representative of you? | | | | Make sure that you get measured for your suit; a |
| Available designs for suits are now much more | | | | badly fitting suit is not only uncomfortable but |
| versatile allowing for unusual colors and cuts. | | | | gives an impression of untidiness. Make sure that |
| Ozwald Boateng, a notorious London Saville Row | | | | you can move your arms freely and your |
| tailor has brought back the men's power suit in | | | | trousers are an adequate fit. |
| recent years with his exuberant choice of textiles. | | | | Basic conservative styles that you should consider |
| Combining contemporary design and his attention | | | | include the traditional navy blue suit which you can |
| to cut and detail have earned him praise with his | | | | combine with a variety of different but muted |
| high profile client list which includes Mick Jagger and | | | | colored shirts. Button styles for jackets include |
| David Bowie. With prices starting at around | | | | the three button classic look, two button or |
| $10,000 not everyone can afford a Boateng suit. | | | | double breasted which suits slimmer builds. For |
| So, how can you make sure your suit brings out | | | | trousers opt for flat front pants which tend to be |
| the best in you? Although there are some trendy | | | | more slimming with the length hitting just above |
| styles around it's always safer to try and keep | | | | the heel of your shoe. |
| the cuts classic and traditional but don't | | | | In terms of color navy blue looks great with |
| compromise your own personal style. Budget for | | | | white, gray and light blue shirts. Stylish and |
| around $200 to $500 for a good quality suit. Try | | | | professional, pinstripe suits can look sharp and |
| not to avoid styles that are in now but will soon | | | | smart and are timeless pieces that is worth the |
| look dated. Your suit needs to be versatile and | | | | investment. While chalk stripe suits are similar to |
| blend in with your lifestyle as well as frequency | | | | pinstripe they give a smarter appearance. |
| and occasions of wear. | | | | Moving away from the traditional styles such as |
| Choosing the right style and the right fabric is the | | | | the windowpane can be worn during the warmer |
| key and some basic considerations include how | | | | months and are more casual than the classic |
| often you'll wear your suit and for what | | | | pinstripe design. Brown suits are not always the |
| occasions. Statement pieces such as engraved | | | | best choice but for those who are a little daring |
| cufflinks or silk ties set off a quality tailored suit | | | | these suits can be successfully combined with |
| beautifully. Try to steer clear from floral patterns | | | | earth colors. |
| or overpowering colors. Most modern suits are | | | | Remember to always get your suits professionally |
| made of wool as it is considered to be durable, | | | | cleaned, this will ensure that what initially seems |
| resistant, and comfortable and wrinkle free. The | | | | like a pricey investment will last a lifetime. |
| most common types of wool suits are merino, | | | | |