"Good clothes open all doors." - Thomas Fuller
According to a recent Bottom Line magazine, it appears as though men are dressing for success once again. The men's apparel market grew by 3.3% in 2010 - compared with a growth of 1.9% for the apparel market as a whole and an increase of 2.9% for women's apparel. Sales of tailored clothing, such as suits and jackets, grew by 30% in the three months through February 2011.
With the holidays upon us, dress clothing would make a practical as well as an aesthetic Christmas gift for those loved ones on your list. At FL Crooks & Co, we feature a wide assortment of suits in a wide range of prices, beginning at $299. Some of our top lines include Tallia (established in 1893), Hart Schaffner Marx (since 1887), Joseph Abboud, Daniel Hechter and Calvin Klein.
Jim Crooks stated that "the most popular style of suit at the moment is the 2-button double side vent." He added that many people continue to wear the 3 button suit as well. As far as color is concerned, darks continue to be the predomint choice among customers. Navy is coming on strong. Charcoal is often chosen for its versatility. Pin stripes are ever popular.
In addition to the front button closing and the color, other factors to consider when purchasing a suit are whether one prefers flat front or pleated pants and a straight hem or cuffs for the pants.
To go along with your suit purchase, FL Crooks & Co carries Forsyth of Canada dress shirts, made of 100% cotton 80's 2-ply pinpoint oxford cloth. These shirts are wrinkle free and require no ironing.
Accessories to complement the suit and shirt include Brighton belts which range in price from $30 to $90 and an unbeatable assortment of ties. Some tie lines at FL Crooks & Co include Ike Behar, Hart Schaffner Marx and Private Stock. Prices range from $18 to $98.
Our son had a recent job interview, and his dad offered the following advice:"Wear a suit -- shine your shoes -- smile -- give a firm hand shake and look them right in the eye... Pay attention to your shirt and tie -- it makes you look older if you wear a tie and a good fitting suit!"
An awesome suit, a fabulous dress shirt, a remarkable belt, a terrific tie - you can find them all at FL Crooks & Co - where you never looked so good!
Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmastide!
"Look forward and be hopeful.
Look backward and be thankful.
Look downward and be helpful.
Look upward and be humble." - Esther Ann Asch
