[iam.mike]

Cut from luxe silk and ultra-fine S150's wool by the acclaimed E. Thomas mill in Italy, the Suit Supply's World's Lightest Suit comes in at a feathery 1.15 lbs. (525g)-compared to the average 2.27 lbs. (1030g) for traditional suits.

More details here:
https://mr-mag.com/suitsupply-unveils-the-worlds-lightest-suit/

I'm not sure if this is good or bad, but the phrase "unlined and completely unconstructed" doesn't sound like it's a good thing.

For our suit experts here, thoughts?

 

[krock]

Seems weird, at the very least

 

[Fading Fast]

I'll take a partially lined seersucker or linen or, even, fine wool...or a poplin, from the day. Pre air-conditioning, suit manufacturers had figured out the way to do summer suits. Could they be improved with today's advancements - sure, but as improvement as evolution, not as sales gimmick. Hey, maybe I'm wrong - I haven't seen the suit in question, in person - but that's my quick take.

 

[iam.mike]

I certainly am no suit expert, but I have not seen this type of "pleated" shoulder before (that I can recall).

Front View:

I'm used to seeing this type of shoulder design:

 

[SG_67]

They’re going for a Neapolitan style with the shoulder. Consistent with the unlined and unconstructed construction.

If done by a Neapolitan tailor, then fine. I’m not sure Suit Supply is where I want to go for this.

 

[Oldsarge]

I'm with SG. The material might be interesting for someone who had to be out in the sun while well dressed but the cut of the thing bothers me. I don't like the fact that the quarters expose the end of your tie. Someone my shape certainly doesn't have any business with the wasp waist! So call me a skeptic. Besides, when it gets that hot we retired gentlemen tend to retire to aloha shirts.

 

[winghus]

I certainly am no suit expert, but I have not seen this type of "pleated" shoulder before (that I can recall).

It's called spalla camicia

 

[Oldsarge]

Right. And it's specifically designed for ultra light fabric. If you've ever been in Napoli in July-August, you'll understand why.

 

[iam.mike]

They're going for a Neapolitan style with the shoulder. Consistent with the unlined and unconstructed construction.

Good stuff @SG_67 -- appreciate the info.

It's called spalla camicia

Nice! Thank you!

And it's specifically designed for ultra light fabric.

Starting to make sense now

 

[Mike Petrik]

Living in Atlanta I can appreciate the appeal of light and unconstructed. But previous commenters are right. The cut is appalling

Years ago I owned an unlined and unconstructed seersucker blazer in solid navy. It was one of the most versatile garments I’ve ever owned. It is hard to find solid navy seersucker jackets, and even harder to find them unlined and unconstructed.

 

[SG_67]

It's called spalla camicia

That's it! I couldn't remember, but that's it.

Interesting that Neapolitan shirts share the same trait.

 

[JBierly]

Looks like a bit of a Kiton knock off (shoulder and all.) Since I haven't tried on the SuitSupply version I won't be dismissive of it. But even if it is every bit as nice as a Kiton it does not necessarily mean one will appreciate this style of suit. Indeed, the lack of heft may be an anathema to some. Amazingly, Kiton suits are feathery light yet retain enough structure to flatter the human form - maybe even OldSarge! Perhaps it is not completely logical that a very light suit can be so appealing, but when done well there is something magically special about it. Anyhow, pretty clear to me this is what Suit Supply is targeting - those who like Kiton style on a budget.

 

[winghus]

Living in Atlanta I can appreciate the appeal of light and unconstructed. But previous commenters are right. The cut is appalling

Years ago I owned an unlined and unconstructed seersucker blazer in solid navy. It was one of the most versatile garments I've ever owned. It is hard to find solid navy seersucker jackets, and even harder to find them unlined and unconstructed.

https://www.jcrew.com/mens_feature/Unsuit.jsp

The "Unsuit" is available in three fabrics, one of which is navy seersucker.

 

[Mike Petrik]

https://www.jcrew.com/mens_feature/Unsuit.jsp

The "Unsuit" is available in three fabrics, one of which is navy seersucker.

Thanks, winghus. Looks promising. I hope they have jacket only options other than slim fit.

 

[Hebrew Barrister]

Thanks, winghus. Looks promising. I hope they have jacket only options other than slim fit.

They have a "classic" cut, which is very similar to a BB regent fit.

 

[Mike Petrik]

Thanks, HB. I’m more a Madison guy but have a great tailor and will check it out.

 

[Mike Petrik]

Thanks, winghus. Looks promising. I hope they have jacket only options other than slim fit.

Will have to go to a local store. Appears seersucker might be slim fit only, and even classic fit jackets appear to be way too short. But definitely worth checking out.

 

[mlstein]

Will have to go to a local store. Appears seersucker might be slim fit only, and even classic fit jackets appear to be way too short. But definitely worth checking out.

I think Spier and Mackay is bringing out seersucker pieces shortly, too, and they're much better in quality and classic style than the J Crew offerings.

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[Fading Fast]

...but have a great tailor...

I read that ⇧ and immediately looked at your location. My kingdom for a great tailor.

What I've found in NYC in the last several years are (1) bad inexpensive tailors, (2) bad expensive tailors, (3) some okay-to-good expensive ones and (4) some good very expensive ones - but no great ones at any price.

I used to have good inexpensive ones and great expensive ones, but they've all retired or passed away.

It's not simply a matter of being "cheap," but having to pay a lot of money for good not great tailoring changes your purchasing equation as some inexpensive garments that would work for you with a little tailoring become not worth it as the tailoring makes the all-in price silly for the quality of the garment. Also, it's frustrating to not have a true pro to work with.

 

[Mike Petrik]

I think Spier and Mackay is bringing out seersucker pieces shortly, too, and they're much better in quality and classic style than the J Crew offerings.

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Thanks. I sure hope the jackets are unlined and unconstructed.