Men's Clothing Guide

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MEN’S CLOTHING

Tips For a Great Fit!
Shoulder Pads	Should end with the shoulder, not extend past them
Hand Space	You should be able to fit your flat hand easily under the lapels of the suit when the top (or middle) button is fastened. The suit should pull at the buttons if you put a fist in it.
Buttons	On a two-button suit, the top button should not fall below the navel. For a three button, the middle button should not fall below the navel.
Sleeves	When you lay your arms at your side, the sleeves should fall where the thumb meets the waist and the bottom of the jacket should be even with the knuckles
Shirt Cuff	Between ¼ and ½ inch of shirt cuff should be visible.

Suit Lengths
Size	Length
Short (S)	5’5’ – 5’7”
Regular (R)	5’8” – 5’10”
Long (L)	5’11” – 6’2”

MEASURING ESSENTIALS

Suit sizes include a number and a letter or word, such as 42L or 42 Long. The number is the chest measurement OR the over-the-arm measurement, minus 7”

─     If both those numbers are about the same, use the chest measurement

─     If the over-arm measurement minus 7” is greater, us that measurement.

TIP: have someone else measure you; don’t try measuring yourself

BREAKS

Pants from a Suit Separate set will already have the hem set in place; however, pants that are part of a suit may require tailoring. In this case, you can choose their break. “Break” refers to how the bottom of the pants hit the top of the shoe.

COLLECTIONS
People who often shop for a ‘total look’ to complement their lifestyle. They tend to be interested in style, fit, construction and taste. They lend to be less price conscious and appreciate quality.
Traditional ─     Dress conservatively, by occasion and in established taste ─     Often, they will remain faithful to a brand throughout the years	Contemporary ─     Prefer their look to be appropriate, yet up-to-date ─     They are open to change and will often purchase from various collection vendors, providing they meet his busy lifestyle
COLLECTION VENDORS
Polo American style and quality that focuses on discreet elegance. The fit is generous, not oversized.	Calvin Klein Trendy collection that focuses on fitted garments that cut more closely to the body.
Nautica A classic vendor that emphasizes fit function and quality. Oversized with emphasis on range of motion.	Inc Macy’s private label, this trend collection is comprised of business and casual styles.
Tommy Hilfiger A traditional vendor with a modern twist. The fit is generous and classic.	Kenneth Cole A metropolitan collection with specialized, on-trend pieces
Tommy Bahama Luxury island style that is cut loose and very generous. Your conservative self may want to purchase one size down.	Perry Ellis Modern sensibility that allows stylish men of any age to feel comfortable and trend right.
Timberland A traditional outdoor look.	Mark Echo A fashionable line that blends classic with trend.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do all of the Collection brands fit the same?

No, fit varies by vendor. Often, the more “traditional” brands are a larger, more relaxed cut (Polo, Tommy H, Nautica). The contemporary brands tend to be a slimmer cut (CK, Guess, INC).

How do I care for the product? Will it shrink when I wash it?

Care instructions are provided on each garment. Many of the items can be machine washed. Most fabrics are pre-washed to prevent shrinkage; however, additional shrinkage may occur if heat is used to dry the garments.

I bought a jacket last year, why don’t you carry it this year?

In Collections, every vendor has both “basics” and “fashion items.” “Basics” are replenished on a regular schedule, and “fashion items” are received seasonally and will not be replenished.

My husband is tall and thin, what shirts would be long enough for him?

Traditional lines (Nautica, Polo, Tommy H) are usually a longer, larger fit. If he prefers a modern cut, Calvin Klein could fit his needs.

YOUNG MEN — FAQ

What do the numbers on Levi’s jeans mean?

LEVI’S DENIM REFERENCE CHART
Number	Style / Fit	Description
501	Original Shrink to Fit	Button fly jean—suggest 1-2 inches larger in the waist and length due to shrinkage
505	Regular	Straight through the leg, regular fit
510	Super Skinny	Super slim (smallest available); skinny leg
511	Skinny	Extra slim fit, straight leg, sits below the waist
514	Slim Skinny	Slim fit, straight leg, sits below the waist
517	Boot Cut	Narrow through seat and leg, well defined leg bottom to accommodate wearing boots
527	Relaxed Boot Cut	Relaxed through seat and leg, well defined leg bottom to accommodate wearing boots
559	Relaxed Straight	Relaxed through seat, straight leg, sits at the waist
560	Comfort	Relaxed, sits at the waist with a tapered leg
569	Loose Straight	Relaxed through seat, straight leg, sits below the waist