How to take care of your Made to Measure suit
Most people believe that once you purchase a suit, you are ready to go. Owning a suit is a little more difficult than that though.
Particularly, a full canvas suit needs a little more tender loving care and consideration than other kinds of suits you may have worn in the past. This is due to the fact that it is constructed with higher-quality materials, increasing its durability and longevity. However, great durability also comes with significant responsibility, so here are some guidelines for caring for a full canvas suit.
It’s crucial to first comprehend what a full canvas suit is. A full horsehair canvas suit has a layer of canvas between the fabric and lining, as opposed to a fused suit, which has a layer of glue between the fabric and lining, which will disintegrate and cause loose fabric to appear throughout your garment. The suit’s shape and structure are provided by the full horsehair canvas layer and will mould to the wearer overtime. The garment is also more robust as a result of it. Learn more about full canvas here.
Let’s discuss how to take care of a full canvas suit now that you are aware of what it is.
Brush It Off
Make sure to brush off your outfit before hanging it up. Any dirt or debris that may have gathered on the suit over the day will be removed as a result. To get rid of any hair or lint, use a lint roller or a clothes brush.
Hanging & Storage
Hanging your suit up after wearing it is one of the most crucial things you can do for it.
It will be able to maintain its shape and avoid developing wrinkles as a result. Use a hanger that can withstand the weight of the suit and is of a high quality wood, preferably with rounded ends to prevent your new suit’s shoulders being stretched out of shape.
If you need to store your suit away, we recommend doing so in a non woven garment bag with a lavender or cedarwood moth repellent.
Make sure to brush off your outfit before hanging it up. Any dirt or debris that may have gathered on the suit over the day will be removed as a result. To get rid of any hair or lint, use a lint roller or a clothes brush.
Cleaning Your Suit
A full canvas suit shouldn’t be dry cleaned after a few wears. Instead of dry cleaning the item, if it gets stained, spot cleaning is advised.
We advise having your suit dry cleaned two to three times a year. Choose a reputed dry cleaner that understands how to treat a full canvas suit properly.
Repairs & Alterations
Your full canvas suit can require repairs or alterations over time to keep it and yourself looking good. It is crucial to have any holes, loose threads, or other indications of wear and tear fixed as soon as you can.
Additionally, having your suit adjusted may be necessary if you’ve put on or lost weight, or if it no longer fits you well. As we are made to measure there is a limit to how much we can let you garment out by. Casual Fitters offers free alterations on certain parts of the garment for the life of the product.