Where to buy an affordable suit...

Not sure if this is the best place to post this… but, I figured that you ladies might have good radar on cheap but chic shopping in the area...

A friend of mine (male) is going to an outdoor wedding next week and is looking for a place to buy an affordable suit—i.e. under $300. We looked at Men’s Warehouse and the prices there for anything that seemed nice was over $400. We didn’t try Burlington as of yet, and I know that maybe we could find something at Macys (Herald Square) but wanted to avoid Manhattan shopping if possible.

But I was wondering if you anyone knew of any affordable places to buy suits in the area….

I've had luck at H&M. Although, the quality of the stitching is probably less than something you would get at Macy's. I figure, for something I wear about 6 times a year, it's adequate enough.

You could try some of the non-chain smaller menswear stores on the main street in your neighborhood. Depending on the neighborhood, I've seen suits for $100.

Always had good luck at SIMS in lower Manhattan. R to Rector.

SYMS or Century 21 in Manhattan (both 2 blocks from each other)

I like H&M's suits for that price range. They're pretty stylish but you have to be kind of tall and skinny...

My husband found a nice suite at Burlington last year for about $150. We also have purchased a plain black suit at Men's Warehouse for $300 (I believe). They do have a small selection of less expensive suits, you just have to ask. But I would check out Burlington first, they also do alterations there and it is a fair price.

sjknoll wrote: My husband found a nice suite at Burlington last year for about $150. We also have purchased a plain black suit at Men's Warehouse for $300 (I believe). They do have a small selection of less expensive suits, you just have to ask. But I would check out Burlington first, they also do alterations there and it is a fair price.

The Wearhouse was good for me, too. They have sort of ridiculous sales -- maybe ask if they know of one coming up. This might not work for your cause, but just by way of example I got two suits for the price of one (including a tux) -- and that came in just over $300!

Alternatively, and it just depends what kind of quality you're looking for, but I once bought a totally serviceable, presentable suit at Target for dirt cheap. Target price + a trip to the dry cleaner/tailor = bargain. A friend of mine only owns Target suits and you'd never know. Good luck!

I like Mens Wearhouse and have bought several suits there. My only caution is that the guys there are very good at showing you things you'll look good in, I always end up spending more than I intended.

Ok, this is probably going to sound super cheap, but I own it. My boyfriend is an editor and has never seen a suit or a dollar in his life. For my baby sister's 500 guest southern wedding (she had 26 bridesmaids/groomsmen), we got my boyfriend a suit at TARGET. It is actually kind of awesome, with a nice lining and sleek lines and, between it and my hella ruffley bridesmaid's dress, we were able to fake out my entire extended family and pretend we have more than a 600 sq foot closet full of street furniture and crazy mutts. Just sayin'--don't rule Target out. http://www.target.com/Blazers-Suit-Jackets-Clothing-Men/b/ref=nav_t_spc_2_16/187-3524690-1417013?ie=UTF8&node=15399261

This sounds odd, but walk up and down 5th avenue in the city and go to the random guys handing out handbills for non-descript suit shops in the area. I have bought two suits this way that were designer brands from last year's lines. Very good prices.

I think there's almost always someone passing out those kinds of flyers around 59th and Lex. No idea how nice the stuff is, but at least it's a specific location.

thanks for the great suggestions!! I am going to check out some of the places tomorrow and let you know how we do-- and if there are any great sales going on!!

UrbanCowgirl-- hahaha, who knew Target had suits!! And she really had 26 bridesmaids and groomsmen... wow!!

I did read recently that if a guy is going to buy just one suit it should be navy. Just saying.

jaha127 wrote: thanks for the great suggestions!! I am going to check out some of the places tomorrow and let you know how we do-- and if there are any great sales going on!!

UrbanCowgirl-- hahaha, who knew Target had suits!! And she really had 26 bridesmaids and groomsmen... wow!!

Seriously, Target has WEDDING DRESSES! But yes, there are oodles of people handing out flyers on 59th and Lex. All the live long day.

you may want to try Jos. A. Banks on Madison Ave. They have a big two for one sale thru the 12th.

Just got back from the joseph abboud factory sale.. its at 317 W 33rd street.

suits are 3 for $750 or $275 each.. these are $800 to $1,000 suits. VERY nice. ties are $10!

thanks everyone again... we found a Ralph Lauren suit that retails for about $400 for $150 at Burlington in the city. They are doing the tailoring on site. Oh, we choose a tan color since it's for a spring/summer wedding.

Theres a place on stillwell called garage, they have some nice suits... hope it helps