Knowing how to take care of a suit, whether it is a $400 suit or a $4,000 suit, is necessary for any man. A suit is an investment, no matter how little you wear it or how much you care about it. Being that most suits are often reserved for special occasions, it makes sense that a suit would also require special care. Obviously, one of the main reasons why knowing how to care for a new suit is important is so that you will always look your best when you wear it. However, another key reason is longevity. 

Suits are something that you will want to last for a long time, mostly because they are timeless in addition to being on the pricier side, meaning you won’t want to have to buy a new suit every couple of years. While it is not the most complicated task to properly care for and maintain a suit, there are some specific tips and tricks that you should know for optimal results. In order to give you a helping hand, here is our guide on how to care for your new suit to ensure many years of premium wear without a tear!

Monitor the Frequency of Wearing Your Suit

It should be no surprise that the more you wear your suit, the more wear and tear it will endure. Being that most modern work conditions don’t call for the need to wear a suit daily, the majority of men do not have to worry about this tip. However, if you do in fact have to wear a suit daily, or even just weekly, it is very important that you rotate them out and avoid wearing the same suit multiple days in a row. Similarly to shoes, if you wear them too often, they will get worn out quicker. 

It is also important to know that after wearing a suit all day, you must allow it to hang for at least 24 hours so that any residual moisture dries. If the suit is made from heavier material, allow 48 hours of drying time. Once the suit has fully dried, it will be able to fall back into its optimal drape.