Everything You Need to Know About Ready-toWear, Made-to-Measure & Bespoke & Wedding Suits Ready-to-Wear - Prêt-à-porter garments are sold ready-made, that is, in the form and style determined by the designer who has worked with standard sizes. Each suit is made to a generic size and pre-established model, divided into different sizes, and typically manufactured by machines. Depending on the brand and the quality of the materials used, prêt-à-porter clothing can be inexpensive or quite expensive. However, most of these clothes are not full canvas, as there is no fabric between the fabric and the lining, but they are glued together, often with heat. This method saves time and money, but it deprives the jacket of canvas support and structure. Ready-to-wear suits are available in a variety of models and styles; however, when purchasing one, it is almost always necessary to alter it, at least in terms of the length of the sleeves and trousers. The Benefits of a Ready-Made Suit ● You can purchase both online and in-store. ● It may be reasonably priced. ● You can use it right away after purchasing it. The disadvantages of buying a ready-made suit ● The sizes are standardised and have a restricted fit. ● Sizes differ depending on the country, brand, and product. ● The garment cannot be altered. ● Fabric is not always of the highest quality. ● You must settle for models that are currently available.
Made-to-Measure - The second type of suit available is handmade. This type of suit is made using a basic pattern model that can be modified to fit specific customers' measurements. The difference between ready-made and custom-made suits is that you can choose the materials used in the production as well as the style of the garment. Besides, choosing a tailored suit means being able to customise most of the suit's features and details, such as fabric, pockets, buttons, single or double breasted, jacket lining and lapels, trouser length and pleats, internal embroidery, and many other details that make the suit truly personalised.