As the advent of modern fashion continues to make its way around the world in the form of boxy-cut three-piece suits and silk bespoke pieces, suit wearers are now exposed to a wide array of options. Thanks to the endless number of different possibilities with every aspect of a suit being having varied components, settling on a particular set of options is now a task that entails extensive research.

No matter how many new materials or hot new trends come out every month in the bespoke clothing industry, however, you can never really go wrong with a classic wool suit.

“What’s so special about wool suits?”

 

To the uninitiated, a wool suit may seem no more special than an off-the-rack option that can be found at a local department store. Contrary to popular perceptions, however, wool has played a significant role in the history of suits ever since the first examples were made.

 

Typically derived from a form of textile fiber that is sheared from goats or sheep, wool provides a versatile medium with an unparalleled level of versatility that has earned the favor of master tailors around the world for centuries. Wool can easily be told apart from any other type of suit material because of their trademark softness, higher levels of warmth, and the dependable protection they offer in cold weather.

From prim and proper men on Savile row to the best-dressed actors on the red carpets of Hollywood, wool suits have been adorned by those who seek unmistakable style with unhampered comfort, showing their significance in the world of bespoke tailoring.

Everything you need to consider when looking for a wool suit

 

Before you head over to your local tailor and get a dashing made-to-order example or simply pick a premade set off the rack, there are a few factors that you must consider before investing in a wool suit. If you’re after some major style points or want to switch up your outfits regularly, here are a few factors worth considering before having a wool suit made:

Two or three-piece?

 

Generally speaking, any tailor will offer a choice between a two or three-piece set as a means to get a better understanding of how much and which measurements to consider. The main difference between the two options is that a two-piece suit only comes with trousers and a jacket while their prim-and-proper three-piece counterparts have a matching waistcoat.

 

What type of wool?

 

An important truth to keep in mind when jumping into the world of wool suits is that not all materials are created equal—some having a more premium and comfortable feel than others. Each type of available wool has its own set of unique qualities that set it apart from its other counterparts in terms of their finish, softness, and comfort.

 

Which color?

 

Thanks to certain advancements in suit making technology, suit wearers can now opt for various color options as manufacturers provide more options that are dyed in any shade in the color spectrum. If you’re entirely new to the concept of buying a wool suit or having one made, here are a few colors that you may be offered right off the bat:

• Gray (both light and dark)
• Black
• Blue
• Red
• Mustard

Aside from the standard single-colored options, however, wool suits can also be ordered in patterned options, such as striped and plaid patterns!

 

Single or double-breasted?

 

The last question that you’ll need to answer when purchasing a wool suit or having one made entails choosing between either a single or double-breasted construction for the wool suit itself.

Single-breasted wool suits are constructed in a way that they only have a single column of buttons on the front with a narrow band of overlapping fabric that makes for a “half-in, half-out” finish. Alternatively, double-breasted wool suits have two columns on one side of the jacket’s front part and have a wider band of overlapping fabric for a greater wrap around the trunk.

Final words

 

Getting the perfect wool suit for your needs and preferences is a process that entails taking all the necessary details into consideration, namely: color, construction, piece, and type of material.

If you’re in need of a finely-constructed wool suit that should only be made by the most skilled artisans in the industry, then get in touch with top suit makers in Bangkok over at Lord’s Tailor!