First "Made to Measure" Experience
A man goes from being a mere mortal to a gentleman when he gets his first custom-made suit. This simple but essential decision should ideally be made in your 20s, but it's never too late. If you're a little hesitant about having your first visit with a tailor, you're probably unaware of all the advantages that becoming a gentleman entails.
How to get started?
First, find a place with a lot of experience and support. Do a little research, check that they have good references. It'll be like giving your first kiss; you wouldn't just say it to anyone... well, forget that comparison. It's very important to go to an excellent tailor, period.
What do you want it for?
This question isn't silly. The second thing you need to know once you've found the ideal venue is what occasion you'll be wearing the suit for, and what will work best for you. For example: If you need it to look impeccable at work, on those special occasions like meetings, exhibitions, outings, or to impress your boss or his wife, then you need stronger and more durable fabrics, and you should let your tailor know. On the other hand, if you need a suit just for one-of-a-kind occasions like weddings, divorces, or something you consider very special, ask for something with a high thread count and lighter weight; the effect on the fabric is excellent.
In what color?
When the tailor asks you, "What color would you like, sir?" *pouring a glass of cognac... remember it's best to start with something very neutral; it's your first time, and you need to get off to a good start so you'll remember the experience as wonderful and not leave with any regrets.
Therefore, it's best to start with a navy blue or gray. Not extreme, stark black, nor something too light, which might not make you very happy, not to mention that you shouldn't let yourself go like a fatso on a slide, demanding a shiny ruby-red suit or something similar.
These two colors, on the other hand, will look great in a suit that you can wear with everything, for any occasion, and with the right accessories, you can even wear it to any elegant gala.
Slack and cooperative...
You're now in his hands, now let him make you his and let yourself go. Remember that the important thing about having a custom-made suit made is that they're your measurements, and if you move too much, it won't look as good. Follow his instructions so the patterns are perfect. Also, save the man the trouble of nagging you.
While you're on the same page, take the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about how to care for your clothes. The man is your teacher; absorb his wisdom to the fullest.
Let yourself be sculpted
It happens that one or another acquaintance will want to advise you on your first time and will want to recommend lapels, shoulder pads, endless pleats, etc., but don't listen to anyone but your sculptor. After all, that's what a tailor is: he sculpts a suit out of fabric that will suit no one better than you (hence the reason for its price). He'll make your so-called qualities majestic, and those that shouldn't be highlighted, well, he'll hide or correct them. Do you have a lower shoulder or arm? Voilà, no more. Magic? No, tailoring.
A thousand details
Just as a tip, and to save you the embarrassment of looking like a Cro-Magnon man ... Google all the details a custom-made suit can have. That is , from the jacket, whether it looks good with double buttons, double-breasted, narrow or wide lapels, and the pants with single or turned-up hems, suspenders, belt, etc. There's a whole world out there, and so you don't look so out of a caveman, we recommend learning a little about these details to make a better decision about the design.
Don't be on top of him after you're done.
Typically, since you've already agreed, you'll feel entitled to make demands, but don't make this mistake. Part of the experience of getting a custom-made suit is having at least two fittings so they can fine-tune it until it's perfect. So, no matter how much you beg and plead that you're in a hurry and need it, it won't work. And if it does, rest assured, the suit won't be finished to perfection. It's better to allow a month or two for your knighthood to be delivered.
To the point. How big will the hit be?
We could tell you a million things about how wonderful your first time will be, that you'll own a priceless, handmade piece of craftsmanship, of the highest quality, made with the finest and finest fabrics that will last an eternity; that it will pay for itself because every time someone tells you, "You look amazing in that suit!" you'll recoup every penny, and with interest. Well, you still care about the price. Obviously, it depends on where you decide to go, but a reputable tailor won't go for less than $9,000.00, so that's a given. And from there, the sky's the limit.
And now, the day you become a knight, remember to take a selfie to show off to all the men out there that you've been blessed with a tailored suit.