Advertisement
If you have a new account but are having problems posting or verifying your account, please email us on hello@boards.ie for help. Thanks :)
Hello all! Please ensure that you are posting a new thread or question in the appropriate forum. The Feedback forum is overwhelmed with questions that are having to be moved elsewhere. If you need help to verify your account contact hello@boards.ie
Hi all! We have been experiencing an issue on site where threads have been missing the latest postings. The platform host Vanilla are working on this issue. A workaround that has been used by some is to navigate back from 1 to 10+ pages to re-sync the thread and this will then show the latest posts. Thanks, Mike.
Hi there,
There is an issue with role permissions that is being worked on at the moment.
If you are having trouble with access or permissions on regional forums please post here to get access: https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058365403/you-do-not-have-permission-for-that#latest

Best place in Dublin to shop for men's suits?

  • 05-03-2020 9:08pm
    #1
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,355 ✭✭✭


    Big interview coming up.

    Need to look the part.

    The degree to which it matters I don't know but, I'm not going with the contemporary "belt" look, hell no.

    Suspenders, old school - like a boss;

    ZSxAigM.jpg?1

    Also no tie, top button open look.

    Honestly I wanted to go for an all black look, for some reason that looks particularly boss to me, but then I may also appear as if I'm going to a funeral.

    You get the general idea.

    I'm also broad shouldered, not slender.

    Any shops that are particularly good for that type of appearance or just a modern looking suit shop in Dublin?
    Also, I'm not exactly ballin' outta control so, although I'm not about to buy at the thrift store, it shouldn't cost an arm and a leg either.

    Recommendations?

    Would I be looking at Arnotts type of thing?
    Or any specific mens suit dedicated outlets?

    I'm a high street shopping blank slate pretty much.
    LaptopGremlin is online now Report Post


Comments

  • Moderators, Business & Finance Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 51,688 Mod ✭✭✭✭Stheno


    Budget?


  • Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,355 ✭✭✭bo0li5eumx12kp


    Stheno wrote: »
    Budget?

    200, give or take.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,106 ✭✭✭eviltimeban


    Firstly, you won't get much for 200 quid. And if you do, it's likely to be a polyester suit and won't look good.

    But can I just say one thing (and sorry for stepping out of line here) that if you are going for an interview, please don't do all the things you are saying you want to do.

    Instead, my advice would be to wear:

    - Navy suit
    - Black or dark brown shoes, well polished
    - White shirt
    - Plain or lightly patterned burgundy or dark coloured tie
    - Belt that matches your shoes

    Why? For an interview you want to look smart but also dress a bit more boring than you might like, so as to not draw any unwanted attention to yourself. First impressions are made and kept within the first 30 seconds of meeting someone. If you look clean, crisp, and smart, immediately you're on the right track with the interviewers.

    There's no point wearing braces anyway, as you'll have a jacket on you and you won't see them. Besides, they are more an affectation and are not commonly seen in offices. Don't bother messing around with tie bars and clunky cuff links etc.

    As to where you could shop, you'd probably get a decent looking wool suit in M&S for a little over your budget. You've the advantage of also being able to buy a shirt and tie there too (and shoes while you're at it). I've had many suits from M&S and they are good quality. Just get it tailored before you wear it (get the jacket altered to fit, adjust the sleeve length, and make sure the trousers aren't too long or short). Make sure it fits across the shoulders as a priority.

    In recent years I've been buying suits from Suitsupply - they are online only (but have stores in London and around the world) but I would HIGHLY recommend trying them out. Free shipping and returns as well so if you don't like it, you can send it back. They have more generous fits as well as more contemporary slimmer fits. They are the best suits you can get for under €400.

    Best of luck with the interview!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,289 ✭✭✭Claw Hammer


    There is a shop in Parnell St, West end near the junction with Capel St which sells suits at low prices. You might get a wool suit or less than €200. It will be a waist of money.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,688 ✭✭✭Day Lewin


    I'm actually dying to know how this turned out and what you wore. :-)


  • Advertisement
Advertisement