Getting suits in Bangkok - looking for suggestions!
I'm travelling to Bangkok soon for 5 days and plan to get 2 suits made. I've done some research, but I hope to hear opinions and suggestions from fashion/suiting experts here. I want to have a clearer picture of what I want before meeting the tailor.
Background
- Mid-30s, working in IT in financial sector (not customer-facing. no suit requirements but we do get told to "dress up" for occasional top-level visits, some colleagues do suit up for that, and I want to, too.)
- Have a couple of conferences, networking events, and weddings (semi-formal) lined up for me this year
- Somewhat minimalistic wardrobe with conventional, non-fashion-forward pieces and I do want to add in at least one suit.
- Warm and humid climate (Southeast Asia - Singapore)
Suit Goals & Requirements
- 2 "one-and-done" suits for leisure and business events (2 for rotations/choices!)
- In-between casual and formal (am prioritizing versatility over extreme formality because I don't see myself needing a more fancy/sophisticated suit for now.)
- Decent quality (durable)
- Thick and structured preferred for my body shape, yet breathable
- Budget of 1000 USD for 2 suits*
*2nd suit is lesser priority, and I'll probably allocate a smaller share of the budget to it.
Current Thoughts
- Suit 1: Dark navy (see pic), 100% wool hopsack. Pretty standard design, medium notch lapel, breast pockets, flap pockets,
- Chosen for versatility, texture, and durability. Fits the overall image I have in mind. Likely fits my budget too.
- Concerns: hopsack suitability for suits (trousers specifically), potential for "catch-and-run" damage?
- Suit 2: Undecided, possibly similar design language in a different color. Maybe a little less formal?
Questions
- Any general thoughts on my approach and choices?
- Are my concerns about hopsack valid? Can requesting for higher quality, denser weaves mitigate these issues (this is what I found, need some confirmation)?
- Any suggestions for Suit 2's color and design?
Background
- Mid-30s, working in IT in financial sector (not customer-facing. no suit requirements but we do get told to "dress up" for occasional top-level visits, some colleagues do suit up for that, and I want to, too.)
- Have a couple of conferences, networking events, and weddings (semi-formal) lined up for me this year
- Somewhat minimalistic wardrobe with conventional, non-fashion-forward pieces and I do want to add in at least one suit.
- Warm and humid climate (Southeast Asia - Singapore)
Suit Goals & Requirements
- 2 "one-and-done" suits for leisure and business events (2 for rotations/choices!)
- In-between casual and formal (am prioritizing versatility over extreme formality because I don't see myself needing a more fancy/sophisticated suit for now.)
- Decent quality (durable)
- Thick and structured preferred for my body shape, yet breathable
- Budget of 1000 USD for 2 suits*
*2nd suit is lesser priority, and I'll probably allocate a smaller share of the budget to it.
Current Thoughts
- Suit 1: Dark navy (see pic), 100% wool hopsack. Pretty standard design, medium notch lapel, breast pockets, flap pockets,
- Chosen for versatility, texture, and durability. Fits the overall image I have in mind. Likely fits my budget too.
- Concerns: hopsack suitability for suits (trousers specifically), potential for "catch-and-run" damage?
- Suit 2: Undecided, possibly similar design language in a different color. Maybe a little less formal?
Questions
- Any general thoughts on my approach and choices?
- Are my concerns about hopsack valid? Can requesting for higher quality, denser weaves mitigate these issues (this is what I found, need some confirmation)?
- Any suggestions for Suit 2's color and design?
