How to Care for a Bespoke Suit: Making Your Investment Last 20 Years

A well-made bespoke suit — properly cared for — will last 20 to 30 years. The difference between a suit that ages gracefully and one that falls apart in five years is almost always care, not construction.

The Golden Rule: Rest Your Suit

Wool fibres need 24–48 hours to recover after wearing. Never wear the same suit two days in a row. If you wear suits daily, rotate at least three jackets so each gets adequate recovery time.

Storing Your Suit

• Use a wide, shaped wooden hanger that supports the full shoulder width. Never use a wire hanger.
• Hang in a breathable fabric garment bag — not plastic, which traps moisture.
• Give it space in your wardrobe. Compressed fabric develops set creases.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

After Each Wear

• Empty all pockets — keys and phones distort jacket shape over time.
• Brush lightly with a soft clothes brush to remove surface dust.
• Allow to hang and air before storing.
• For light creases, hang in a steamy bathroom for 15 minutes.

Pressing and Cleaning

Always use a pressing cloth between iron and fabric. Use steam, not dry heat. Dry clean as infrequently as possible — every cleaning cycle shortens fabric life. Spot-clean stains immediately with a damp cloth. A well-maintained suit needs dry cleaning no more than once or twice a year.

When to Return to the Tailor

Bodies change. Rather than letting an ill-fitting suit go unworn, bring it back. Anmol Collection handles alterations to previously made garments. We are at 186/5 Koktanod Road, Karon, Phuket. WhatsApp: +66 62 360 8136.