I am looking to get some advice on Suit Supply vs Brooks Brothers 1818 for a made to measure tuxedo. A lot of the previous posts I’ve read on this are prior to the Brooks Brothers bankruptcy and subsequent decline in quality and relate to suits so I am looking for some current opinions on tuxedos. Does the decline in quality apply to the 1818 line? How does suit supply compare? Anywhere else I should look in the $800-$1500 range?

Looking to buy a tuxedo for my upcoming wedding. I have loved my brooks brothers suits in the past, but I wanted to see if anyone has had success with buying a tuxedo from Brooks Brothers or if I should look elsewhere. Thanks.

Guys, sorry if it sounds stupid or "where have you been for the last 2 years" but I see that a BB's Tuxedo Shop is gone and all tuxes and associated products are gone and I couldn't google anything about it, it all looks like it's died and nobody cares. Could anyone please confirm if it's all gone forever?

Good day, everyone—first-time poster here! I’m seeking advice on which Brooks Brothers tuxedo jacket to buy. I’ve found three options in good condition, all in my size, and I’m having trouble deciding. (I will post picture of the tag followed by a picture of that jacket)

I’m getting married in South Carolina this August, and since weddings are expensive, I’ve decided to invest in a high-quality, used Brooks Brothers tuxedo (made in the USA/Canada) and have it tailored, rather than renting. I’ve always wanted to do Black Tie, so this feels like the perfect opportunity.

I came across a forum that explains how to identify the era of a tuxedo based on its tags, but unfortunately, many of the tag images are no longer available. As a long-time Brooks Brothers fan (since high school, and I’m 24 now), I’d really appreciate any input or guidance you can offer!

Thank you in advance for your help!

I am making this thread as a discussion and resource to other people interested in updated Brooks brothers. I regularly read older threads but felt an updated one was needed.

In recent years, there have been fashion changes, bankruptcy’s, and change in general feel of BB suits. That being said, I recently bought 2 1818s and love them. I have a couple explorers and they are pretty nice but not holding up too well. I have to wear a suit to work everyday and currently have 7 I regularly wear.

I just can’t seem to find an alternative that is consistently comparable. I love the customer support and in shop tailors, but I get frustrated with quality brand prices and unless you’re buying their top of the line clothes, it’s not that well made. The fits are always changing, always ask what country they’re made in. They also just changed the names from Milano, regent, Madison to new names and the fits are totally different. 4 years ago I bought 4 recent shirts (36x16) regent shirts and they were the best I’ve ever owned. Since then, I cannot find the same shirts. I’ve even brought the old ones into the store and the sales people tell me they’ve never carried that shirt even thought I bought it in the same store. Another example, when I got the my new suits, I got new shirts too and hate how baggy they are.

Also, nothing in BB is worth more than 60% of retail value. They regularly run 40% off sales and you can stack a new credit card discount (20-25%) on top of that. Ends up being about 55% off. As I write this, the whole site is 50% off.

After writing all that, it sounds like I hate BB- I don’t. I pretty much exclusively wear it but just want to see how I can continue to improve. If anyone can offer their experiences or some advice, I’d be glad to hear it.

Their suits fit nicely. As do suitsupply's and JCrew, which are similarly priced.
They also have a tux but come with notched lapels...it's not going to be a formal wedding so I'm OK with it. Any reviews on these or if they're put together better (canvassing) than the regular red fleece line? Is it better than SS or JC? For a better suit should I just go for the main BB line?
Thanks.

Hi all. I was directed here from r/brooksbrothers and am hoping to get some input from the experts.

I’ve been looking for a new suit and a tuxedo and am trying to understand the current Brooks Brothers suit collections. Many post I’ve found seem to be a few years old and mention suit collections which aren’t sold anymore (Golden Fleece). It seems Brooks Brothers currently sells three suit collections 1818, Brookscool, and Brooksgate. It looks like 1818 is higher quality collection. Does anybody have recent experiences with the 1818 suits and/or tuxedo?

I have shirts and some casual pants from Brooks Brothers and like the fit which is why I’m looking for suits there too.

Lots of Reddit talk about suits, quality/price, etc., and in each of these threads - people bash my beloved Brooks Brothers.

I am a newish attorney (2yrs), and an Attorney needs suits. BUT suits are expensive baby! As an attorney, the good ole “spend the money for one good suit, it’ll last your life” doesn’t apply here. I need 5-10 suits, I need them now, and I’ll have plenty of opportunities later in my career to buy the fancy suits I want.

I’ve been to the bespoke suit stores, the department stores, etc., and nobody, HANDS DOWN, beats Brooks Brothers for young attorneys. I’ve heard “well they don’t last for 5/10 years like my Italian wool” - well I don’t need them to.

If you can find an outlet, they run 2 suits for $700, and often run % discounts on top of this price. If not, they run deals on their website where you can get a whole suit for $400. They fit good and they look classic. (For the love of God, tailor tailor tailor)

My only point here, and if a fellow young attorney is researching suits for work, check BB first. Don’t listen to the snobs, these suits will treat you well and treat your wallet well. We’re young, we’re not at the peak of our earning potential, and we likely owe the Federal Government a lot of money (student loans - NOT tax evasion). The label is on the inside of the jacket anyway - nobody will question you if it looks and fits good.

(Also, if anyone else has recommendations I’d love to hear them)

Thought it might be fun if anybody has any “inside baseball” questions about BB or the tuxedo world. Worked in the formalwear world while in college/ before law school and LOVED it. Loved working there and learned a lot about how the industry has changed over the years.

2 for 1699 Deal + 100 off per 300 you spend. Automatically takes off in cart

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I’m looking to buy a couple new suits, and right now my top contender is the Brooks Brothers 1818. I’m a history guy and love the brand’s story, it’s the right price point for me (buy two for $1700), and I don’t doubt the quality.

What are your opinions on the BB cuts though? I’ve heard some say they’re the “classic American-cut suit”, and boxy definitely isn’t my style. I’m a regular/athletic build and I like a slimmer cut, but there are some slim cut suits out there that are way too slim for me. I know Brooks has three different cuts to choose from.

Does anyone have any experience/opinions on how these suits look in the real world? Would the regular or slim fit look sharp with a nice tailoring job? Are there other brands I should look at for a more modern style?

Thanks!

Hello, I have a weddig to go to and I need to find a suit. The dress code is black suit, tie optional. It has been a while since I’ve worn a suit. In my early 20s I would go to the mall to either express or H&M to get a jacket, pants and even dress shirt. How do I find out what size I am? Should I measure myself or go to a store that does measurements? Any suggestions for a good priced suit. Not looking to spend a lot. Any help would be appreciated.

I'm in the market for a classically styled tuxedo for my wedding, but I can't seem to find an OTW or MTM option the checks all the boxes. Where are you guys getting your tuxedos?

I think most could agree on the following as staples of a more classic/traditional tuxedo:

• 100% wool

• Single breasted (non-darted)

• Single button closure

• Peak (or shawl) lapel

• Grosgrain or satin facings

• Jetted pockets

• No vent

Many of the go-to shops for Ivy and classic styling all seem to lack in this area. For instance, consider the following:

1. J. Press Tuxedo Suit - Peak Lapel: center vent, flap pockets

2. O'Connell's Classic Notch Lapel Tuxedo: notch lapel, flap pockets, center vent

3. Brooks Brothers Classic Fit Wool 1818 Tuxedo: not lapel, flap pockets, center vent

4. The Andover Shop Peak Lapel Tuxedo: side vents, flap pockets

5. The Armoury Wool Model 4 Tuxedo: darted

6. Suitsupply Black Three-Piece Tailored Fit Lazio Tuxedo: side vents (not explicitly stated, hard to tell from photos online), darted

7. Spier and Mackay Black Tuxedo: side vents, darted

I'll admit to going down a rabbit whole with this, as any on looker will probably never know the difference or remotely care what kind of xyz your tuxedo has. Made in the USA is also always preferred whenever possible.

At this point, I'm considering going with a MTM option from Junior's in Philly. It looks like I can check most of the boxes here, and I'm local to the shop, which is a bonus. Would you do similar, or should I just relax my standards?

There are lots of BB 1818 suits on sale online right now, roughly 700 USD. Decent Rtw suits if youre into it.