The Purple Pinstripe, Minus One Button
Indochino has upped their game so much since I discovered them a year ago it’s scary. They went from producing really nicely made custom suits with decent fabrics to making amazing custom pieces out of really, really nice fabric.
Let’s take their Purple Pinstripe suit as an example. When I spoke to them about creating a bolder suit rather than the usual two button numbers I usually go for we thought this was a great choice. I don’t know exactly what thread count the fabric is but it is soft and lush, definitely not stiff. It flows gently and is very comfortable on the body. For the button choice, I chose only ONE for the suit. I wanted a one button suit in my wardrobe since all have two. The fit on this is what really shines through, though.
There are some really wonderful touches on this suit as well. Each button hole is outlined in a lighter purple than the suit itself making the functional button holes really something to look at:
You get to choose the lining color as well and I went for the standard dark purple on the inside which matches my purple H&M pocket square perfectly. Of course, I had to add my very own MADE TO MEASURE, NY monogramming as well.
Unfortunately this suit is no longer available but I’m sure you can find something comparable through them. What I really am trying to show through this post is just how creative you can get with a custom piece. I also feel that a subtle colored suit like this purple number adds a nice bit of kick to your day to day suit wearing. It’s bold but not brazen with nice little details that will surely get noticed.
That’s a great looking suit Dennis! I was eyeing that suit for a few months, but the funds weren’t adding up. Sad to see it is no longer available. I hope they put another bold suit up similar to that one.
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Rufino
How’s the blog coming along, Rufino?
Dennis,
Thanks for remembering that I was going to start a blog! I appreciate that.
To be honest, I’ve been a little reluctant in starting one. I have ideas on the blog look, name, and several subjects to post. I think I just need to kick myself in the bum and get it started next month. I stay motivated by frequenting your blog and Paul’s blog.
Also, another reason may be that I don’t have that many pieces in my sartorial arsenal yet. Just from typing this out, I feel motivated to document my transformation. I’m going to shoot for a March launch since I’ll have a good week or so off.
Oh, I did pick up the Land’s End Tailored Fit Glen Check suit jacket, but couldn’t find the matching pants in a flat front tailored fit version. Going to keep my eyes out on finding the matching pants separate.
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Rufino
What I look most is it appears the shoulders are more constructed than I’ve seen from Indochino in the past.
Very Sharp!
Dennis, where in the customization can you specify if you want the option of 1 or 2 button or not? I plan on ordering the Ulitimate Grey and Navy Pinstripe Double Breasted this weekend, and I wanted the Grey to be one-button.
To answer:
Functioning button holes on the sleeve
Functional Boutonniere
Slim notch lapels
One Button on the jacket
Ticket Pocket
Pen Pocket
Coin Pocket
Hope that helps!
Rufino just do what I did… start it now! lol Really man, the more you think about it the more it won’t get done. Add little pieces every now and then, and before you know it you’ll have a full on site. Hell, I’m even doing interviews now (I’d like to interview Dennis the first week of March)
Just go for it man. Easiest thing in the world… see:
http://thesartorialway.blogspot.com/
Let’s do it!
Fair-Rose Louverture
I might “Just Do It!”. I needed someone to kick me in the bum! Lol. It’s always hard to kick yourself hard enough to get things done… at least for the blog. You know what, I may just put one together tonight. Thanks Fair-Rose!
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Rufino
I find a suit like this a bit much for daytime wear–what line of work are you in? Having said this, I have no problem with the one-button style, but if I was going to have one myself I’d do it with peak lapels.
I’m in advertising.
Best,
Dennis
That’s a great looking suit! I’m looking for a vintagey-looking three piece suit for my wedding this August, which in itself is difficult as a tall thin guy. Indochino had one last year, but I was a little too late on ordering it. Hoping that they will be making it again, if so, I’d buy it in a heartbeat!