Having a suit-worthy event coming up? We're here to help. Learn more about finding your perfect fitting suit, pressing your suit, storing your suit, cleaning your suit, and more in this comprehensive suit care guide.
Find Your Fit
While the color and material are important, how your suit fits is arguably the most important aspect of how it looks on you. To find the perfect fit, you have a couple of options:
Buy a Custom Suit
To achieve a sharp, perfectly fitted look, consider buying a custom suit for your next event. Brands like INDOCHINO make made-to-measure suits to fit your exact measurements. Purchasing a custom garment is the easiest and most accessible way to ensure a great fit for any suit. Not only do you save time searching racks and trying on suits to find something that fits, but you also get the opportunity to create a unique suit that matches your personal style.
Tailor Your Suit
If you’ve owned the suit for a while, this is a good time to check if it needs any last-minute adjustments or repairs before your event. Many Tide Cleaners also offer alteration and repair services to ensure your suit fits perfectly.
Press Your Suit
After finding your suit and ensuring it’s the perfect fit, you’ll want to iron out every wrinkle in your jacket and crease your pants just right, especially if you’re traveling to your event and must pack it in a suitcase.
We recommend getting your suit professionally pressed because dry cleaners know how to care for suits best. However, if you’re short on time, your suit doesn’t require professional care, and you want to try ironing it yourself, follow these tips on how to press a suit at home:
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Use a Clean Iron: Ensure the iron is clean to avoid any marks on your suit.
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Set the Right Temperature: Use the appropriate setting for the suit fabric.
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Use a Pressing Cloth: Place a pressing cloth between the iron and the suit to prevent direct heat contact.
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Press Gently: Avoid pushing down too hard to prevent fabric shine.
If you crave that professionally pressed look or find your hotel’s iron isn’t working well, get your suit pressed by the experts at Tide Cleaners instead.
Store Your Suit
Once your suit is pressed to perfection, storing it correctly is crucial to maintain its look. Here’s how to store your suit properly:
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Use a Sturdy Wooden Hanger: A good hanger supports the shape of the suit and prevents shoulder dimpling.
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Keep It in a Garment Bag: A garment bag will help keep your suit dust-free and protected from potential damage.
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Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Avoid damp areas to prevent mold and mildew.
Don’t Forget the Details
While it’s easy to focus entirely on the suit itself, there’s more to your outfit than just the pants and jacket. Make sure you care for your dress shirt, including washing and pressing it properly. Tide Cleaners offers a premium shirt laundering and pressing service to take your look to the next level and save you time.
After your dress shirt is properly pressed, have fun with accessories! Select a pocket square and tie or bowtie that coordinate with each other (rather than match) to elevate your look and showcase your personality.
Enjoy Your Event
You’ve put a lot of effort into your look, so wear it confidently! Whether you’re dancing the night away at a wedding, presenting at an important moment, or networking and mingling, enjoy it.
Be Prepared for Stains
Stains always seem to happen at the least convenient times, so it’s best to prepare ahead. Keep a travel stain remover with you to quickly treat any stains on your suit or shirt so you don’t have to miss a beat. For tough stains or stains on delicate and dry-clean-only fabrics, take your garment to the dry cleaners as soon as possible.
Dry Clean Your Suit
To keep your suit in its best shape for years to come, clean it after your event before returning it to your closet, especially if you wore the suit all day long. While you can spot clean small stains and freshen up your suit at home as needed, you’ll need to take your suit to the dry cleaners for a full cleaning when it’s ready.
Conclusion
Caring for your suit involves more than just wearing it. From finding the perfect fit to pressing, storing, and cleaning, each step is crucial in maintaining the suit’s appearance and longevity. With the right care, your suit will not only make you look sharp at your next event but will also last for many more to come. Follow this guide to ensure your suit is always in top condition, leaving you to enjoy your event with confidence and style.
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