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M&S suit - shirt/tie question

  • 26-08-2009 1:12pm
    #1
    meanpeoplesuck
    Registered Users Posts: 165 ✭✭


    Just bought one of M&S' "Outstanding Value" suits. On a very tight budget and need it for a wedding - it was very cheap and fits me quite well.

    Just wondering if I should bother shelling out a few euro extra to get a nice pure silk tie and a nice shirt, or if given the price of the suit I should just stick to the value shirts and polyester ties.

    I don't know if the nice tie/shirt would help finish the suit off so it doesn't look too cheap, or if it's just a waste of money and will look silly trying to match expensive up with cheap.

    I went with a cheap suit because it's going to get very infrequent use, but am willing to spend a couple of euro extra if something like a high quality tie would be beneficial, and make a better appearance on its rare usage.

    Cheers!


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  • #2
    jdivision
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,260 ✭✭✭jdivision


    Go to TK Maxx for the tie (E15 will get you a good one there, E20 for a designer one), depending on your budget you can get some half decent shirts there too. Just make sure the neck size is right. If pricewise that sounds too much, I can make other suggestions.


  • #3
    Deflector
    Registered Users Posts: 156 ✭✭Deflector


    Definitely get a decent shirt and tie. Indeed they will lift the suit rather than jarr with it. In fact, I'd consider them essential - they'll look good in their own right, as well as distract from the suit.

    You cannot go wrong with a well fitted €40 shirt from Zara, especially with a heavy, slightly glossy fabric - it will lift your suit immeasurably. And go for a narrow tie (not skinny, not broad). Debenhams surprisingly have a great selection. Combined, these will make you look modern and well-tailored, and avoid the dreaded 'my first suit' look.


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