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Winter Accessories for Your Designer Suit

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While there is nothing much better than finding the perfect suit, the suit that fits flawlessly and is comfortable as well, finding the right accessories comes in as a close second. Here at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo, we love when fall and winter come back around each year, because while it is possible to accessorize a suit in the summer, winter accessories are much more useful for each individual. Check out the wintertime accessories you can purchase to go with your favorite suit.

Top Coat

While your suit jacket will keep you warm to some extent during the winter, you want to also keep your suit free of any precipitation that will definitely happen. A top coat can keep your suit free from rain or snow and also help keep you warm when it gets frigid. With a variety of styles to fit any suit type and style preference, you can’t go wrong with this purchase.

Leather Gloves

Once you’re toasty in your top coat, you may realize that your fingers are freezing, but you can’t just grab your ski gloves out of the closet when you’re wearing a suit. You need something that will keep you warm and look good. Search for a pair of suede gloves that are fleece lined. Depending on your suit, you may opt for black or brown. Both colors will keep your fingers equally toasty.

Scarf Accents

The perfect scarf can compliment any suit and top coat during the winter. Pick a design that you enjoy and feels great. When you don’t want to lug a top coat around and your suit coat keeps you warm enough, a scarf can be a great way to cover up any exposed skin from the biting wind.

Come by Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo in Rochester for all your suit and accessory needs this winter. We’re happy to help you out!

Step Up Your Style Game, Part 2

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Previously on the blog, we talked about a few tips to help you step up your style game and your wardrobe in order to help you look and feel you best. Along with making sure to stock up on versatile accessories and making an effort to up your style even when you may not want to, there are a couple more tips for you to work towards an improved style game you can be proud of with the help of Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo in Rochester, New York.

Dress to Impress

We’ve said it before, and we’re sure to say it again: always dress to impress. Not only will you feel better and more confident, you will be changing the perceptions that the people around have about you. Now this doesn’t mean you always have to wear a suit, though a great pair of slacks and a sport coat never hurt anyone. You can even dress down your suit by wearing the slacks and a vest with a funky buttondown that shows off your unique style.

Build Up Your Wardrobe Right

The number one thing you can do to up your style game is to completely revamp your wardrobe. Make sure you always have something to choose that will add to the image you want to project, and also make sure everything fits you correctly. If you do nothing else, make sure you have a wardrobe that is focused on fit. You can have the most expensive clothes on the market, but if they don’t fit right, they will not up your style game. Instead, poorly fitting clothing will do the exact opposite.

Let the menswear specialists at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo be your first stop as you work towards upping your style game.

Step Up Your Style Game, Part 1

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Maybe you’re a guy who really wants to step up your style game, but simply haven’t taken the first steps, or maybe you don’t know how to. That’s okay. Here at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo, we’re here to help you look your best, whether that’s in a formal tuxedo or to help you find the perfect sport coat and suit to add to your wardrobe. While your whole wardrobe doesn’t have to but full of professional suits to up your style game, if you keep the following tips in mind, you will be able to change your look into whatever you want!

Details Make the Difference

No matter what clothes you have in your closet, to improve your look and style, think hard about the different accessories to choose to add to any outfit. From your belt selection to shoe choice, each piece should complement the rest of your outfit and elevate it in some way. Make sure to take the time to invest in accessories that will provide you with variety and style. The right scarf in the fall, or timeless pair of shoes can completely change the look of a pair of jeans and a white t-shirt.

Even if You Don’t Have to

Any woman will tell you that when she feels cruddy, dressing up, even when you don’t have to, can completely change your attitude and mood. So, even if you don’t have to dress up in a blazer and wing tipped shoes, make a point of doing so on a regular basis. You will impress others and even yourself with the result.

Come in and see us at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo in Rochester if you’re looking to up your wardrobe style game.

 

Onsite Tailoring and Custom Fitting Make All the Difference

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When you decide that you need a new suit, or perhaps even your first suit, you may have the urge to turn to department stores. Perhaps you even considered that purchasing your next suit online is no big deal. In fact, you think it might make the process a bit easier. Think again.

When asked what are the most important factors in a suit purchase, most men with ask for these three things and in this order:

  • Will I look good in this suit?
  • Will this suit be comfortable?
  • What is the price point of the suit?

These three questions are why you should not go to a department store or shop online for your next suit.

Fit and Comfort is King

While you can always find a suit in your price point, it can often be difficult to find a suit that you feel confident in and fits you perfectly. That’s the main reason why you want a local menswear specialist, like Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo. The ability to try on many different types of suits is extremely important in order to find which style fits you best. In addition, you want to find a location that has onsite tailoring. This is necessary to make sure your suit is truly tailored to you. From pant length to jacket fit, you want to make sure that every seam falls perfectly, and you can’t do that if you don’t have access to a tailor when you purchase your suit. Maybe you buy a suit to find out that a tailor at a different location can’t adjust the lapels. This means you spent money on a suit that isn’t perfect for you.

Don’t let this happen to you. Shop for you next suit at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo to make sure you find the perfect suit fit each and every time.

Preparing for the Holiday Season – Going Out

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Previously on the blog, we talked about how wearing a suit, or even a dressed down suit, for a holiday party at home can set the mood and tone of the affair. However, while we thoroughly enjoy seeing suits used for all occasions, we especially love to see men dress to impress in their designer suits for a night out.

There is no better time of year than the holiday season in upstate New York. Going out for family events and enjoying all the festivities is not only delightful but also magical. In addition to family events, there are so many holiday work parties that you can barely keep track some years, and while women have the constant challenge of finding a different outfit for each event that flatters their body type, men have it a bit easier. For the holiday party season, you just need to make sure you have the perfect suit on hand.

The Perfect Suit for Every Holiday Event

Whether you’re heading down for a Christmas event at the Rochester Philharmonic on a Saturday evening or you’re obligated to attend your significant other’s holiday work party, you’ll look sharp wearing your designer suit and dress coat to the event. Vittorios, in Rochester New York, has the perfect suit for any gentleman in need of one for the holiday season. With a wide variety to choose from and precision tailoring onsite, you’ll feel confident and comfortable in your suit when you’re going out for holiday events.

Come and stop by Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo in Rochester to find the perfect suit for any occasion, but especially for the coming holiday season.

Preparing for the Holiday Season – Party at Home

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With Halloween just around the corner, Thanksgiving and Christmas aren’t far behind. With the holiday season fast approaching, there are many different details to think about in order to prepare. While you may not be the one planning the holiday parties, you’re sure to be invited to a few, or perhaps your significant other is planning to host a holiday party in your home. If that’s the case where you have to attend a party in your own home, don’t think you’re out of the woods yet when it comes to having your own details to plan for a party.

Dress to Impress

While you may not be going to Times Square with your friends, it’s still important to dress up for any special occasion. Having the right suit that you can wear out or stay in with takes skill, but is important. Whether you simply take your suit slacks and pair it with a nice shirt and vest for the occasion, or want to go all out, you will be happy to know you have the perfect suit in your closet. The attire can be a large factor in setting the tone for your event, so always keep that in mind.  

Anticipate Providing Help

Additionally, even though you may not be the main planner of this holiday party at your home, you should definitely plan on providing help to your significant other. Anticipate their needs and provide them with any assistance that is asked for, from picking up groceries and decorations to washing dishes afterwards.

Here at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo, we know that a suit can set the tone of any party, including a holiday party at home. Prepare for this holiday season by finding the perfect suit when you stop by to see us!

First Impressions Count

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In this day and age, many younger men may think that suits are outdated and unnecessary. Here at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo, we’re here to tell you otherwise. While you may have worn a rented tuxedo to your prom when you were younger, you never thought it was worth investing in a suit. But man to man, you should always have one available at a moment’s notice.

First Impressions are Everything

It doesn’t matter if you’re applying for a landscaping job or meeting your significant other’s parents for the first time, making sure you are dressed to impress is exceptionally important. You want to be memorable, in a good way. You want to be thought of as professional, trustworthy, and reliable, and being dressed in a suit can make all the difference. By wearing a suit to an interview, it will not only improve your confidence, but it will also say from the very beginning that you are an individual who is committed to excellence.

There are other opportunities to make first impressions outside of an interview. You could be going to a work party, a networking event, or presenting to clients for the first time. All of these situations require that you carry yourself well and exude confidence. The specialists at Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo can help you find and tailor the perfect suit for you to always have on hard. That way, you never come up short when you need to make the most important first impression of your life. Stop by our Rochester store today to browse our selection of designer suits and get started finding the perfect suit for you!  

 

It’s Time for Some London Fog in New York

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When shopping for suits in New York, you have many different options to choose from. Finding just the right suit, though, involves more than stopping by the closest department store. You want to find a designer suit at the right price so you can look your best for whatever the occasion may be. Perhaps you need a suit for wedding season, or you need the perfect suit to give you confidence on interviews. What you need is to stop by Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo in Rochester to work with a specialist in designer suits to help you find the perfect match. Perhaps you’ll find that you love our collection of London Fog suits and dress coats that are available.

We are proud to carry the London Fog brand in our store for our clients. This particular brand has a long history of quality and style that makes it perfect for the modern man. When you shop for a London Fog suit to wear to a Broadway show or for your next interview, you will feel confident and comfortable. London Fog prides themselves on manufacturing a superfine wool material that compliments the modern, slim silhouette that is the main feature of many of their suits. With high-end style that can still be perfect for the most down-to-Earth man, London Fog is a quality brand that could be your next perfect suit.

At Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo, we pride ourselves on being able to provide a wide selection of designer suits, and London Fog is just the most recent addition to our collection. Stop by our Rochester store and try on a London Fog suit that you are sure to call the pride of your closet!  

What to Look for in a Formalwear Shop

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Maybe the invitation came in the mail for that swanky black-tie work function for a big customer.  Or, maybe you and your fiancé are starting to plan your wedding.  Either way, tuxedos and formalwear usually play a role in those events and the next question becomes – where do I go?

Sometimes the easy answer is the chain store in the mall — after all, they advertise on television and send plenty of coupons every week for their products – buy one, get seven free and things like that.  How about that place where you got your prom tux?  What about the nice independent shop owned by the guy you know from the gym?  Here are a few things to keep in mind as you make that decision.

Does the store have the kind of selection to match my tastes and is it actually in the store or from a catalog?

Shops like Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo carry a broad selection of tuxedos right in their store where you can try them on and see how they look on you.  Many chain stores rely on a few items on mannequins and a catalog to choose from.  No offense to the models in the catalogs, but sometimes you just need to see it on to decide whether it works for you or not.

Does the store have a broad range of color choices if I’m trying to match a particular color scheme or dress selection?

Make sure the store you select has a range of colors for accessories like vests and ties that will match the colors you need.  At our store, we have swatches from the major dress retailer collections to match up with our accessories – you can see whether the color you have in mind matches or coordinates with that great dress find.

Does the store have their inventory here in town or does it need to be shipped in from a distribution center somewhere?

Big centralized distribution centers make a lot of sense for chain stores but the downside for customers is that you generally can’t try on the merchandise to see how it looks. The other potential problem is if your tuxedo is coming in a few days before your event, there’s less margin for error if there’s a problem with sizing. Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo stocks thousands of pieces right here in Rochester.  If you need something at the last minute or sizing needs to be adjusted chances are good we can do it.

If we have out of town guests, how to they get the measurements?

Many people assume that if they have out of town guests or groomsmen that need to be fitted that they automatically need to choose the chain store with locations in various cities.  The truth is, there may or may not be a chain store location near your guests.  You should ask how this works with any retailer you are considering.  Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo has a Nationwide Fitting Network to help with those measurements – just let us know where your guests are located and we’ll get them hooked up with a member of our network.

Is the total cost of the package I want within my budget?

Always an important consideration, but make sure that you’re comparing the total cost – damage waivers, upcharges for accessories and things like rush or late return fees can greatly increase your costs. Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo has updated our pricing to make it more transparent.  We offer package pricing and don’t charge rush fees or damage deposits which can make the final cost a lot higher than what you were initially considering.

What if there are last minute changes?

Again, shops with local inventory have a lot more flexibility for last minute requests, changes and fine tuning on sizing.  One large chain store has a $40 fee for changes within a week of the event date.  If you have a bridal party of ten (which isn’t that uncommon these days), that’s an extra $400 just in late fees. Ouch!

 

Matthew McDermott is the President of Vittorio Menswear & Tuxedo in Rochester, NY. He lives in the Highland Park Neighborhood with his wife and three boys.