If you are looking for quality when it comes to your wardrobe but you don’t have a designer budget, there are a few brands out there that you can count on to help lead you in the right direction. When it comes to a better fitting, trendier type of suit, SuitStyle and J.Crew are known for having a more tailored fit, but without the added expense of an actual tailor. They use better fabrics than the fast-fashion brands and stay up with the trends so you can upgrade your style without breaking the bank. 

We take a look at both brands, their history, and which you should consider when you need a new suit.

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SuitSupply

SuitSupply, founded by Fokke de Jong in Amsterdam in 1999, was started when De Jong began running the operation out of his dorm room. He started selling with the direct-to-consumer model made possible by the Internet. Eventually, he got his sales to a point that he could open a brick-and-mortar. That did so well he began opening more brick-and-mortars in other countries around the globe. 

While their storefront operations remain strong, their online business accounts for 30-40% of their sales. As a matter of fact, they tend to open up store locations in areas that see a high volume of online sales. They also refer to their stores as “destinations” because they are off the beaten path and away from major shopping centers or thoroughfares.

SuitSupply stands out from the competition by attracting the man that is looking to buy his first decent suit at a lower price point. Their customer is wanting something trendy and usually cut in a slimmer style. Their suits start out at around $500 and go up depending on the fabric and style. They use imported Italian fabrics and sew their suits in China, following strict ethical guidelines.