Comparing Next to M&S Suit Sizings

Epyon · 4 Jan 2013 at 17:09

Happy New Year all,

I'm curious to know if anyone has bought suits from both, I doubt a 34Short from M&S is exactly the same as one from Next but if anyone could confirm if they sizes are generally bigger/tighter, etc I'd really appreciate it.

I'm not around so can't exactly walk into a store (not that expect anyone to on my behalf).

mrk · 4 Jan 2013 at 17:13

M&S sizes are generally bigger, well, not bigger but looser fitting. I find Next suits to feel more tailored and hug your body in the right places to not look like it's a shade too loose.

Best option? Go try some on

(when you can of course!).

Cosimo · 4 Jan 2013 at 17:14

M&S sizes are for normal men.

You really do need to go and try yourself.

King Damager · 4 Jan 2013 at 17:17

Go and try yourself. But ultimately a 34 Short should be exactly the same no matter where you get it. (It won't be, but it should..)

The difference will be the cut, as has been mentioned. Some will be slim fit etc...

kd

[FnG]magnolia · 4 Jan 2013 at 20:31

The cuts may be different even amongst each stores' own range. It's essential to try suits on.

MrMoonX · 4 Jan 2013 at 20:34

you cant buy a suit online unless you want the hassle of sending it back, all manufacturers have slightly different sizes, for example in Paul Smith im one size bigger than Hugo Boss suits.

jpmonkey69 · 4 Jan 2013 at 20:38

MrMoonX said:
you cant buy a suit online unless you want the hassle of sending it back, all manufacturers have slightly different sizes, for example in Paul Smith im one size bigger than Hugo Boss suits.

Just buy your own suits then and stop borrowing from Paul and Hugo!

Nitefly · 4 Jan 2013 at 20:40

For an alarming moment I thought he meant 34 short was the size of the jacket :eek:

[FnG]magnolia · 4 Jan 2013 at 20:42

That would be too long for Raymond.

Epyon · 8 Jan 2013 at 20:33

Thanks everyone for the advise, looks like I will need to step into Next when I'm next in the UK.

mrk · 8 Jan 2013 at 20:35

If you have a BOSS factory outlet nearby when you are here then they currently have a big sale on, depending on your budget you could pick up a nicely cut suit for £300 as well. Would be something a bit more special depending on the occasion I guess

Chris1712 · 8 Jan 2013 at 20:46

M&S Do a more tailored range, but they tend to be in more lairy 'estate agent' styles. Regardless they do cheap alterations pretty quick to get perfect fit which is absolutely necessary imo. Next suits tend to have incredibly narrow legs, I guess people don't exercise anymore.

DirtyJester · 8 Jan 2013 at 20:50

simulatorman said:
M&S sizes are for normal men.

You really do need to go and try yourself.

[FnG]magnolia;23492898 said:
The cuts may be different even amongst each stores' own range. It's essential to try suits on.

Agreed... always worn M&S suits, oh and I've never sold a house in my life

weringo · 8 Jan 2013 at 20:54

I have suits from both, Next suits tend to be tighter and the jacket shorter.

One More Solo · 8 Jan 2013 at 21:02

From my experience in the sales, 3 34R jackets in M&S fitted completely differently so there is little chance sizes will be consistent between brands. You have to try them.