1. Know Your Measurements

It is essential you know all of your measurements. It takes about five minutes to get them accurate. This will save you time and money on potential hemming costs. It also shows you have some idea of what you want when a salesman approaches. Here is a men’s measurement guide.

2. Better to Be Safe Than Sorry

If this is going to be the only suit that you own make sure you choose safe colors. Black pants and blazer accompanied by a white shirt and black tie is appropriate for any formal event. Or pick a combination or style you have seen one of top celebrities wearing. It is an easy way to figure out what is in style.

3. Bring Someone With You

Don’t just bring anyone. Bring someone with you who you believe to have a good sense of style. This person will probably know the best places to shop for a reasonably priced suit. This person will be the one to stop the salesman from making you their personal model on project runway. Make sure you trust this person and if they say they don’t like something…put it back on the rack.

4. Look Beats Price Every Time

Just because one suit has a higher price than another does not necessarily make it better. A $300-$500 suit will be good enough quality for most occasions. Besides, it not what you are wearing, it is how you are wearing it. If you look good in the suit, you will be confident in it regardless of its price.