FAQs

In Australia, the traditional and formally correct term is Dinner Suit. However, the American term Tuxedo is widely understood and accepted. Both refer to the same garment: a suit distinguished by satin or grogram facings on the jacket lapels, buttons, and a satin stripe down the trouser leg. If your invitation says "Black Tie," you require a Dinner Suit.

While the terms are often used interchangeably in the industry, there is a technical difference:

• Bespoke traditionally involves creating a brand-new pattern from scratch for your specific body, requiring multiple "baste" fittings (where the suit is half-made) and taking months to complete. Brands like Woolcott St or The Bespoke Corner specialize in this high-touch, labor-intensive process.
• Made-to-Measure (MTM), which is the standard for Dunnio, InStitchu, and Hockerty, involves taking a master pattern and adapting it to your unique measurements. This allows for a near-perfect fit and extensive customization (lapels, linings, fabrics) but at a much more accessible price point and faster turnaround time (typically 4–6 weeks). For 99% of wedding parties, MTM offers the ideal balance of fit, quality, and coordination.

Grass stains are protein/dye based. Treat them by soaking the hem in a mixture of white vinegar and water (1:1) or using an enzyme-based detergent. Gently agitate with a soft brush (like a toothbrush) before washing. Avoid hot water until the stain is gone, as heat can set it.

Do not rub! Rubbing pushes the pigment deeper.

• Blot: Gently dab with a clean white cloth to absorb liquid.
• Salt/Soda: Cover the stain with table salt (to absorb moisture) or dab with club soda (carbonation lifts the stain).
• Dish Soap: A mixture of dish soap and hydrogen peroxide can be effective for stubborn stains, but test on a hidden area first.

Steam is your best friend. Do not iron the outside of the suit directly as it can cause "shining" (flattening the fibers).

• Hang and Steam: Use a handheld steamer to relax the fibers.
• Shower Trick: Hang the suit in the bathroom while taking a hot shower; the ambient steam will help wrinkles fall out.
• Pressing Cloth: If you must iron, turn the suit inside out or use a clean cotton cloth between the iron and the fabric.

Never fold a linen suit flat if you can avoid it. Use a garment bag and carry it on board. If you must pack it in a suitcase, use the "Roll Method": turn the jacket inside out, tuck the shoulders into one another, place the rolled trousers inside the jacket, and roll the entire bundle loosely. This prevents hard creases from setting.

Yes. For a Cocktail code, a tailored linen suit is perfect, especially in darker tones like Navy, Charcoal, or Forest Green for evening events. For daytime or outdoor cocktail events, lighter colors like Tan or Light Blue are entirely appropriate. A tie is optional but recommended to elevate the look; a knitted silk or linen tie works best with the fabric's texture.

No, and modern trends favor subtle distinction. The groom might wear a 3-piece suit (jacket, trousers, vest) while groomsmen wear a 2-piece, or the groom might wear a lighter shade (e.g., Oatmeal) while groomsmen wear a tonal contrast (e.g., Tobacco or Sage). This adds visual depth to your wedding photos.

Brown is the anchor color for linen. Opt for Walnut, Tan, or Dark Brown loafers (tassel or penny) or brogues. Avoid black shoes as they are often too harsh and formal for the textured, relaxed look of linen. For beach weddings, clean white leather sneakers or high-end espadrilles are also acceptable modern choices.

Etiquette is evolving. While traditionally groomsmen paid for their own attire (or rental), it is becoming common for the groom to subsidize the cost, especially if requiring a specific, custom-made suit. A popular approach is for the groom to pay for the suit as his "gift" to the groomsmen, or to split the cost 50/50, viewing it as an investment piece they can wear to future events.

We recommend placing your order early to secure your chosen fabric, but putting the production on "hold." You should submit your final measurements 8 to 10 weeks before the wedding date. This ensures the suit fits your body as it will be on the day, while still leaving time for shipping and hem adjustments.

Ideally, you should start the process 3 to 6 months before the wedding. This allows ample time for fabric selection, production, and any final local alterations. If you are on a tighter timeline, production can often be expedited to 4-6 weeks, but we strongly advise allowing a buffer for peace of mind.