Suit Care and Maintenance: A great suit is an investment. Whether it’s your wedding suit, a prom look, or something smart for a day at the races, keeping it in perfect condition matters. At Best Man Hire, we provide top-quality suits for any occasion. But we also want to help you keep them looking fresh from the moment you walk out of our Stockport store.
Let’s walk through everything you need to know about suit care and maintenance, from daily wear tips to longer-term protection.
Start with a Good Fit and Fabric
Suit care begins the moment you choose your suit. A well-fitted suit is less likely to crease or sag. It also helps if the fabric is quality. Wool suits are breathable, naturally crease-resistant, and last well. Polyester blends are durable, too, but need a bit more attention with heat and storage.
We only stock quality suits that are built to last. But once it’s yours for the hire period, it’s all about how you treat it.
How to Wear It Without Wrecking It
Always undo your jacket before sitting down. This simple move protects the buttons and keeps the suit in shape. Try not to overload your pockets. It’s tempting to carry your phone, wallet, and keys in your jacket – but bulky pockets stretch the fabric and ruin the lines.
You’ll also want to avoid wearing your suit more than twice before refreshing it. Sweat, cologne, smoke, and city air all linger in the fibres. Giving it a break between wears helps it stay crisp.
Brushing is Better than Washing
You don’t need to dry clean your suit after every wear. In fact, please don’t. Too much dry cleaning can damage the fibres. Instead, get yourself a soft clothes brush. A quick brush-down after wearing your suit removes dust and surface dirt without harming the fabric. Always brush with the grain, not against it.
If you do get a stain, act fast. Blot – don’t rub – with a clean cloth and cool water. Then leave it to the professionals. If you’re returning a hired suit, just bring it back to us. We’ll handle the cleaning.
Let It Breathe
Never fold your suit up and shove it in a gym bag or backseat. Hang it properly – ideally on a wide wooden hanger that supports the shoulders. Let it air out for 24 hours before you store it away again. This helps release any lingering moisture or odour.
If you’re transporting your suit, always use a garment bag. We provide one with every hire for this very reason.
Storage Makes a Difference
Long-term storage? Don’t just squash your suit into a crowded wardrobe. Give it space. Keep it in a breathable suit bag to protect it from dust and moths. Avoid plastic bags – they trap moisture, which leads to mildew.
If your suit’s going into storage for a while, like after a summer wedding, make sure it’s clean before you pack it away. Invisible stains like sweat can discolour fabric over time.
Steam, Don’t Iron
Ironing can scorch suit fabric or leave unwanted shine. Steaming is safer and just as effective. A handheld steamer is perfect for refreshing a suit before wearing. Hang your suit up, steam gently, and let it dry completely before putting it on.
In a pinch? Hang your suit in the bathroom while you shower. The steam will help loosen wrinkles. Just keep it away from splashes and don’t overdo it. Your Suit Care and Maintenance can be part of your getting-ready time!
Shoes and Belts Matter Too
A sharp suit loses impact if it’s paired with worn-out shoes or a scuffed belt. Take care of your accessories. Polish your shoes, match your leathers, and store belts flat or rolled to avoid cracks.
If you’re hiring the full outfit from Best Man Hire, we’ll show you how to get it all right, head to toe.
Let Us Take the Stress Out of Suit Care
When you hire a suit from Best Man Hire, we’ve already done the hard part. It’s been cleaned, pressed, checked, and styled for your event. All we ask is that you return it in the same condition you took it – hung up, dry, and brushed off.
But even if you’ve been let down last minute, don’t worry. We always have stock available. We can sort you out with a suit that fits, looks incredible, and is event-ready. Just pop into our Stockport store and we’ll take care of the rest.
Suit Care for Grooms, Best Men, and Everyone in Between
We’re proud to help people look their best, whether it’s for a wedding, a job interview, or a big night out. Taking care of your suit is part of looking sharp. It keeps you confident, professional, and comfortable. Plus, it shows respect for the moment you’re dressing up for.
Want to know more about hiring or caring for your suit? Call us on 0161 480 8856, email [email protected], or come and see us at 27 Buxton Road, Heaviley, Stockport, SK2 6LS.
We’re here to help you suit up with style and confidence – every time.
