Buying suits when your bodyweight fluctuates

[nhbb]

Hey bros, could really use some help here with some suit buying advice. I haven't had to wear a suit in some time, but I have to buy a couple shortly for upcoming engagements and work related stuff.

I am a little worried about putting down a ton of money on some nice clothing that in a few months may not even fit that well. My weight typically varies 25-30lbs from when I am bulking to when I am dieted down, and right now I am quite a bit lighter than I will be in a few months.

How do you bros handle this issue? I know the obvious answer would be just to maintain a bulk and a cut wardrobe, but it probably isn't going to be feasible financially.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[Anti-Pop Consortium]

As someone with a closet full of shirts that wont fit on my neck, two suits I had to donate, and numerous jeans that have worn down in the thighs....welcome to the sport (I don't mean this in a condescending way)

 

[Ashop]

As someone with a closet full of shirts that wont fit on my neck, two suits I had to donate, and numerous jeans that have worn down in the thighs....welcome to the sport (I don't mean this in a condescending way)

Same thing has happened to me. Welcome to the club.

 

[nhbb]

thanks for the welcome bros, I have actually been to the "dark side" of this game on and off for the past 12 years or so, but I am just now back on after a lengthy break. I was hoping to hear some tricks to get some flexibility out of my white collar wardrobe, but apparently the only thing to do is make more money to piss away on expensive clothing.

 

[nhbb]

lol @ this thread being moved to the beginner's forum.

 

[Lloyd1019]

mens wearhouse

I have my stuff taylored from mens wearhouse. I wear shirts and tie daily and they do a great job. I just wear a full suit once ayear for year end banquet work related event. I bought the cheapest suit from M.W. for $199, but spent $190 more for it to be taylored. It isexpensive, but the fit looks great.. I hope I need a new one again next year, it would mean my hard work is paying off.

 

[nhbb]

I have my stuff taylored from mens wearhouse. I wear shirts and tie daily and they do a great job. I just wear a full suit once ayear for year end banquet work related event. I bought the cheapest suit from M.W. for $199, but spent $190 more for it to be taylored. It isexpensive, but the fit looks great.. I hope I need a new one again next year, it would mean my hard work is paying off.

damn, had no idea tailoring was that expensive. thanks for the heads up

 

[StatNMeloNY]

Buy what you need to wear now, especially if its for work. No way around it. Im sure you will go back to wearing it again 6 months from now if your weight does fluctuate like you mention.