Ahh summer. What I and many others would consider the best season of the year. At my age with the hot sun, long days, and pool parties also comes a fair number of weddings. Many would cringe at having to wear a suit in the summer (especially to an outdoor wedding), but just because the heat is on doesn't mean you can't suit up, look dapper, and stay cool. Look no further than the linen suit.
Lately there's an abundance of online suit and tailored clothing merchants claiming to make your life easier. In theory that all sounds great but there's one thing wrong with this approach: What guy who truly cares about fit and style is going to buy a suit without feeling the fabric and trying it on first? A few of them have showrooms in major cities but they are closed off to the public. No thanks!
Enter Bonobos. I've been hearing good things but because of the previously stated reasons I had been skeptical. That was until I found out they had a showroom open to customers. I just happened to have a wedding to attend this June so it was time to go shopping. Upon arrival I was greeted kindly and introduced to a stylist that would be assisting me (Sara). After some quick measurements I was given some sizing options, shown to a fitting room, and after about 10 minutes I knew exactly what I would need. On to the suits! I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted and decided quickly on a khaki linen suit. I was given some great shirt options as well and walked out with a few items on order with hopes that their amazing chambray suit would soon be back in stock as well. A few days later a package arrived with my two new fresh suits and shirt. After some magical work by my tailor I'm ready to tackle summer weddings head on!
Check out Bonobos at www.bonobos.com and a big thanks to Sara at Bonobos LA for helping me out.
A fantastic look for a summer wedding