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Choosing the perfect summer suit

When mentioning the perfect outfit for the summer, a suit is usually not one of them. This has made many wonder if it’s possible to attain a professional, polished, sophisticated look during the summer.

As the temperature rises, the quest for comfort makes clothing choices challenging. With proper navigation, a suit can be worn comfortably during the summer. Choosing the right fabric, outfit crafting and accessory will help you achieve a perfect summer suit.

Welcome to McCann Bespoke, where we bring you the finest bespoke suits in London. Crafting excellence since 2002, our experienced tailors combine tradition with contemporary British tailoring to create suits that are uniquely yours.

McCann Bespoke is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail. It has some of London’s top suit tailors, and we have mastered the art of crafting excellent suits.

Beat the heat with style as you go through our guide to choosing the perfect summer suit.

Understanding summer suit style

While suits may not be the first clothing choice during the summer, different occasions such as work and weddings may require you to wear one.

You need to look out for some elements in a suit before it can be called a worthy suit for the summer. It is best if the suit is made based on breathability, lightweight and comfort.

Breathability: One of the key elements to consider when making summer suits is breathability, allowing air and ventilation on the wearer’s body. The summer is hot, and any clothes worn in the summer should allow enough air and ventilation to avoid suffocation. This can be achieved with fabrics such as linen and cotton.
Lightweight: heavy clothing is a resounding NO during the summer. A summer suit should be made with lightweight materials, and the construction should be simple. This will enable the user to be cool and comfortable.
Comfort: A summer suit should give maximum comfort to the wearer. It should not be too tight nor too loose. It should allow the user to move every part of his body easily and feel cool and comfortable in it.

The various fabrics for making a summer suit

Summer suits are made from various fabrics that provide breathability and comfort. Here are the best choices of materials that can be used for a summer suit.

Linen

It has a natural and slightly wrinkled texture that gives a relaxed and casual look. It is highly breathable and cool due to its loose weave.

Pros- It is lightweight and breathable

Cons- It is prone to wrinkles and creasing.

Cotton

It is smooth and crisp and feels more formal than linen. It is breathable but not as much as linen.

Pros- It is comfortable and versatile.

Cons- It easily gets wrinkled but not as bad as linen.

Seersucker

It is striped patterned and has a textured surface. It is very breathable due to its puckered texture.

Pros- It is lightweight and doesn’t necessarily need ironing.

Cons-It is very casual and not suitable for any formal outings.

Lightweight wool

This is also known as tropical wool. It is smooth, elegant and suitable for formal occasions. It has good breathability and temperature-regulating properties.

Pros– It is wrinkle-resistant and versatile.

Cons– It is more expensive than other summer suit fabrics.

Fresco wool

It is crisp and smooth, extremely breathable due to its open weave, and ideal for formal and business settings.

Pros– It is wrinkle-resistant and durable.

Cons– It is expensive and scarce.

Each fabric has unique characteristics and suitability for different occasions, making it possible to find a summer suit fabric that balances style and comfort.

Our excellent workmanship involves our expertise in fabric selection. No matter what the drawback may be in getting the right fabric for a summer suit, with our years of experience and knowledge in fabric sorting, we can overcome them all and get the perfect fabric for your summer suit.

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Optimal colours and patterns for summer suit.

The best colours for summer suits are light and more reflective because they help reflect heat and give a fresh appearance. Here are some of the best colours for a summer suit that you can choose from;

Light Grey: It is versatile and modern and works well for business and casual settings.
Beige/Tan: This classic summer colour pairs well with various shirt and tie colours.
Light blue: It is fresh, eye-catching, and ideal for daytime events and casual settings.
Khahi: It is casual and relaxed and great for outdoor events.
White: It is very formal and elegant and perfect for weddings and high summer events.
Pastel Shades: These are soft and light shades of colours such as pink, mint, green, and light lavender. They are stylish and modern and have a light and airy feel.
Light shades of navy: Although they are less heat-absorbing, they are suitable for business and formal events.

Patterns are also crucial in achieving a breathable and comfortable summer suit. Patterns such as light plaid or check, pinstripes, windowpane, herringbone, and seersucker are more suitable for a summer suit.

McCann Bespoke offers a wide range of patterns and fabrics in the right colours that are perfect for crafting your summer suit.

Styles and Cuts for Summer Suits

Sumner suits are designed to be breathable, lightweight and styled for comfort. Here is a tip on how to achieve the perfect style and cut for your summer suit;

Fabric: The first thing a good tailor must consider when tailoring a good summer suit is the type of fabric to use. Lightweight and breathable fabrics are the best bet for a summer suit. Fabrics such as linen, cotton, seersucker and lightweight wool allow air to circulate, reducing heat retention.
Colours: You may have gotten the right fabric, but not getting it in the right colour will ruin your chances of achieving a perfect summer suit. Light colours such as light grey, beige, tan, khaki, bright shades, and many other colours are the best for summer suits.
Suit construction: In building a summer suit, leaving the jacket unlined or partially lined will give a more breathable jacket than fully lined ones. Also, using little or no canvas for the suit will help it to be lightweight.
Fit: well-fitted suits always look impeccable, but they aren’t the best for summer. Opting for slightly loose fits that are not too tight improves air circulation and easily allows movement.
Design: Summer suits are best designed as single-breasted rather than double-breasted. Single-breast requires fewer layers of fabric, making the suit light and comfortable. Also, trousers that are a bit loose at the leg area will give more comfort.
Accessories: The accessories for designing the suit ensemble should be kept cool and simple. Lightweight shirts, breathable ties and minimal layers should be used to achieve more comfort with the suit.

Suit for work

We help you achieve your professional and sophisticated look even in the summer. In crafting a work suit during the summer, our tailors pay attention to the elements of achieving a suit suitable for the summer.

They sort breathable and comfortable fabrics such as linen, cotton and fresco wool, which still give a formal and professional look.

They choose the right colours for a summer work suit, such as light grey, khaki and navy, which help in the sun’s reflection but still give a sophisticated aura.

They ensure that the suit is not too tight and weighty. They make it a bit loose to allow air and style it in a less complex way using a single-breasted design while the jacket is unlined and the suit left unstructured with simple and light accessories to help it achieve lightweight and comfort.

Wedding Morning suits

A summer wedding is fun but not without the heartache of worrying over the perfect suit to wear that won’t make you feel the heat. Selecting the right summer wedding suit is as crucial as every other aspect of the wedding.

You don’t want to be all sweaty and uncomfortable on your great day or as a wedding guest, so here are some tips to help you pick the perfect summer wedding suit;

Breathable and light fabric: one of the suffocating and uncomfortable situations is sweating in a suit you can’t change out from in hours. It’s important that you opt for breathable and lightweight fabrics; fabrics such as linen, cotton or high-quality wool are great choices for a summer wedding suit.
Choose the right colour: A summer wedding is not the best time to rock that black or dark-coloured suit. Dark colours are known to absorb heat. Opt for light colours such as white, light grey, beige, pastel blues and soft browns. These colours will help you feel comfortable, fresh and cool.

The McCann Bespoke tailoring and excellence

One thing that makes us stand out as the best tailoring services in London is our excellent craftsmanship. We have been Crafting excellence and Contemporary British tailoring in London since 2002.

We pay attention to details and carefully study our clients’ body structure to build a piece that will suit them excellently.

We use premium and classic fabrics and long-lasting materials to achieve our perfectly crafted suits.

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