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Battle of the blue suits

Gretchen

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3 suits come into the ring...how many go out? I’m not going to be on the road as much in the new job, and the environment is more casual, so multiple blue suits seems like overkill. All three have been workhorses (and are more than 4 years old) so I’m looking for input:
1-2: LKBennett Cleora. Sloane Blue. Pants zip in the back. More of a ponte weight material.
3-4, 7: LKBennett Sophia. Dark navy. More traditional material.
5-6, 8: Boss. Navy. Traditional material.

I know it’s hard to see detail on dark material, but appreciate any suggestions to keep/donate.

ETA: new pictures added w jacket unbuttoned per Angie’s request.

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Runcarla

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I like the fit of jacket #4, but the trousers from #5/6.That probably isn’t much help, though - unless you would use them as separates. Jacket worn with jeans. Trousers with jean jacket....

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

I agree with Runcarla.

Jacket in #4 and pants in #5.

May we also see the jackets in #4 and #6 unbuttoned?

But if you need to keep ONE complete suit - I vote #5. Unless the unbuttoned Boss jacket looks better.

Anonymous

Agreeing with Angie and Runcarla- 5/6 is my favorite.

Brooklyn

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Yep, I agree 5/6 is the one I’d keep.

rachylou

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What Angie said exactly. If I wanted to keep a matching set, I’d go for 3/4. I don’t like the Boss jacket at all... The button feels very low down to me...

Jaime

(website)

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This is tough. I would say not the first one, but I need a runoff between the second two. I like the shoulder fit in 7 better than 8 I think. I am leaning to the second LK Bennett.

Firecracker (Sharan)

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I really love the pants in 1 on you. Super sleek look; I think I am responding to the lack of pockets. I prefer the jacket in the second suit, again because of the sleek look of the welt pockets. Do the flaps of the jacket in 1-2 tuck inside the pockets as an option also? If so, it's a very tough call for me between the first two suits. Given that you are going to be in a less casual environment, I'm thinking the ponte-like fabric might be a good option, maybe easier to dress down as separates.

slim cat

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I like the second suit #3-4, 7. It's difficult to judge since it usually comes down to what feels great for you ( what easier to wear and style...).

Minaminu

Veteran

I would keep the second L.K.Bennett suit and would avoid mixing jackets and trousers as the material is different.

Bijou

Veteran

I agree with Minaminu, to keep one matching suit with your favourite navy blazer. Which blazer looks best with jeans? I imagine that you are more likely to wear pieces as separates.

Mainelady

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I a agree with 5/6, especially if you can wear them as separates in your new position. I imagine the blazer paired with jeans and one of your scarves will be beautiful, with plenty of polish.

RobinF

Veteran

I like the pockets and button position the best on the middle suit. They are pretty similar though. Is one more comfortable than the others?

unfrumped

Veteran

I also like the middle suit best in “ suit view”, so would keep that for potential needs, and agree you might also try things on as separates to see if that gives different “success” with different pieces.
I am hearing you are likely to wear jeans, but would you ever wear trousers, sneakers and a more casual jacket or cardi? Or would that put you at odds with your environmental norm or comfort preferences? Meaning, I would tend to keep suit “ parts” if they fit perfectly and flatteringly and if by SYC you see some fun, more casual options as separates. I always had such trouble getting good fit in matching pieces, but years ago would still try to buy both even though, say, the jacket was not cut right for me or vice versa. But anything that pulls, gaps, annoys, doesn’t look fab to you, doesn’t play well with other pieces - would not keep. As time goes by you will want new items for fit, update , even if at some point in your career you need another suit.

UmmLila (Lisa)

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I'd get rid of the first one. Second two are still okay.

Janet

(website)

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The best one is the last one; the second would be my second choice. I think you can let go of the first one.

Erin

I prefer #6, and #4 is my second favorite. I like the look of the jacket in #4, but the trousers in #5 and #6 are great. Maybe hang on to the second and third suits and let the first suit go?

Laurel

I like the BOSS. I have one suit, and several pairs of slacks (all the same cut, maybe "Juliet"? and I feel so good in them. Mine are all at least 10 years old---the quality is top notch, and the cut seems to stay current. Classic.

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

Thanks for showing us the blazers unbuttoned. I vote BOSS.

The Cat

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#7 looks sharp and chic, and I vote keep the jacket unbuttoned for a more relaxed look. In addition, each part of this suit could easily be combined with other items and dressed down. Consider wearing shoes in a more casual style.

Jenni NZ

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Well, I disagree with most people and am with Firecracker. All these read too “corporate” for me personally, I realise that was suitable for your previous job. I like the look of the first pants by far and think ponte type fabric will be better for the new job, so I say keep suit 1. I would also “de-corporatise” ( new word?) your shoes.

Liz

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Even if you don't keep all the jackets, if the pants from any of them fit you well, I'd keep them if you can figure out how to wear them casually.

The pants in #1 fit you well to my eye, and ponte seems like it would be very wearable in your new environment. I'd wear them with casual pieces, like with sneakers, a t-shirt (not tucked in), and a denim jacket.

lyn67

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First I would have voted nr 3-4&7, but then, I read "ponte" for the first one...(which can be more casual but/and comfy than anything else, if the other don't have elastan or lycra).

corby1

#4 is the best, I must agree)