Life coach: the multipurpose suit

Fit is paramount, says Dan Rookwood
Dan Rookwood29 November 2013

I need a multipurpose suit. What should I get?

For maximum versatility, choose a single-breasted two-button suit in navy or charcoal grey. Avoid anything shiny — it looks cheap. Fit is paramount, so factor in an extra £50-£70 for alterations (try Pinnas & Needles, 51 Lexington Street, W1). For value, you can’t beat Reiss (from £249), though Hammond & Co by Patrick Grant at Debenhams (from £249) is worth a look. Up a level, I’m impressed by Tommy Tailored, the revamped suiting from Hilfiger (from £395), and Hackett (above, from £525), which has just opened an impressive new flagship on Regent Street.

Dan loves

Selfridges Shoe Space

To mark 12 months of the world’s largest men’s shoe department, 12 shoe designers have each produced an exclusive style, on sale from tomorrow, starting at a comfy £90 for H by Hudson slippers and rising to a blistering £735 for some Stemar Oxfords. Save me some size 9 Raf Simons sneakers, £325. (selfridges.com)

Dan is style director for Men’s Health

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