The Navy Suit

At the turn of the century, if a man owned one suit, it was usually the old "trusty blue serge"


Its navy jacket topped white flannels, making the first nationally accepted weekend leisure ensemble. Coming into its own as daytime wear for the man who needed a bridge between the informal and the formal, the navy two-piece was the first lounge suit to be accorded the status of a modern business uniform.

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The Charcoal Suit

When it comes to starter suits, the dark grey two-piece charcoal suit gets the professional's nod. While navy is more formal, charcoal complements more men's complexions. In the case of the young man, navy's starkness frequently accentuates a pubescent face.

The dark grey dress suit empowers the knowing wearer with unrivaled flexibility. It can be accessorized with a white dress shirt and dark tie for uptown, black turtleneck or T-shirt for downtown.

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How to care for, clean and maintain your suit

At De Oost Bespoke Tailoring we are justifiably proud of the garments we make and would love you to feel the same way long after the first time that you put your new suit on. Here are a few helpful tips to ensure your suit enjoys a long and immaculate lifespan. Our pricelist.

First the basics

  1. No Washing
    It is not possible to wash the garments tailored by De Oost. Not with a washing machine and not by hand. Dry cleaning is therefore the best option.

  2. No Bleaching
    Your clothes can not be treated with bleach. The garment is not colorfast or structurally withstand use of such products.

  3. Ironing
    Ironing, steaming and drying, at a temperature of 110 degrees Celsius.

  4. Dry cleaning
    Each detergent can be used safely except Trichloroethylene.

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