Don’t Buy purely on the basis of ‘bargain’ price. It’s false economy. The most expensive clothes are those you never wear – and that’s often the case with things purchased on sale. If a suit has been relegated to the bargain bin, there’s probably a good reason it’s been passed over at full price.

5 Key Suits To Consider

Bespoke tailor Steven Hitchcock suggests the following essential items when beginning to build your sartorial arsenal or create an adaptable capsule wardrobe.

Navy Single-Breasted Two-Piece Suit

“A very versatile garment that can be worn in many social occasions as well for business.” A mid-weight ‘three-season’ cloth would allow this suit to remain in use near year-round.

Mid-Grey Double-Breasted Two-Piece Suit

“A ‘DB’ suit is a must as it is more formal than a single-breasted suit. It tends to give an air of intelligence, industriousness, good breeding and assertiveness,” Hitchcock says.

Grey Flannel Single-Breasted Three-Piece Suit

One of these “really is very handy as each garment can be inter-worn with other items in your wardrobe. Casual day? Wear the trousers with a shirt and pullover. Need to dress up a navy suit? Wear the flannel vest underneath it. For smart club lounge attire, wear the flannel coat with the navy suit trousers with a white shirt and regimental stripe tie. Or, wear the flannel three-piece suit as is and look like a timeless classic gentleman.”

Two-Piece Linen Suit

“It’s ideal for summer as it’s cool to wear. It is a perfect suit to wear to a garden party or when on holiday in warmer climes. Also, you can wear the trousers as a separate with an open-neck linen shirt.”

Blue Single-Breasted Blazer

A plain blue blazer “really completes the wardrobe. This could be just as easily worn with the flannel trousers as the linen trousers.” Or jeans, chinos, colourful trousers and any number of other items in your possession. Even shorts.