Men’s vintage sharkskin suit in slim fit offers a nice drape with subtle sheen appropriate for work and business environments. An example of confident tailoring this vintage sharkskin suit offers the utmost formal look ideal for summer weddings as well, making it a versatile all-purpose suit.
Vintage Sharkskin Suit
$769.00
Men’s Measurement Guide
Follow these simple steps to ensure your custom garment fits you perfectly. All you need is a flexible measuring tape.
I
Jacket Measurements
Suits, Blazers, Shirts, Vests & Coats
Desired Jacket (Garment) Length
Shoulder to Hem
- Stand straight in a natural posture with your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Start measuring from the top of your shoulder, right next to the base of your neck.
- Measure straight down along the front of your body to where you want the jacket to end.
- Keep the tape straight and do not curve it around the body.
Neck Circumference
- Stand straight and look forward in a relaxed position.
- Wrap the measuring tape around the base of your neck where a shirt collar would naturally sit.
- Keep the tape level all the way around.
- For comfort, leave space for one finger between the tape and your neck.
Shoulder Width
Across the Back
- Stand naturally with shoulders relaxed — do not pull them back.
- Measure from the edge of one shoulder to the edge of the other shoulder across your back.
- Follow the natural curve of the shoulders for an accurate measurement.
- Keep the tape flat and do not measure too high near the neck.
Desired Sleeve Length
- Stand straight with your arm relaxed in a natural posture.
- Start measuring from the edge of your shoulder where the sleeve seam would sit.
- Measure down your arm to where you want the sleeve to end.
- Keep the tape following the outside of the arm and avoid bending the elbow.
Chest Circumference
- Stand up straight with your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Wrap the measuring tape around the fullest part of your chest, typically right under your armpits.
- Keep the tape parallel to the floor.
- The tape should be snug but not tight enough to restrict breathing.
Stomach Circumference
- Stand up straight with your arms relaxed at your sides.
- Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your stomach — usually above the waistband and around the belly button area.
- Keep the tape parallel to the floor.
- Hold snug but do not compress the skin.
Hip Circumference
- Stand with your feet together and your body relaxed.
- Wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of your hips and seat.
- Keep the tape level and parallel to the floor all the way around.
- The tape should be snug, allowing room for one finger for comfort.
Wrist Circumference
- Relax your arm and keep your hand in a natural position.
- Wrap the measuring tape around your wrist bone — where a watch would sit.
- Keep the tape snug but not tight.
- Leave room for one finger between the tape and your wrist for comfort.
Trouser Measurements
II
Trouser Measurements
Trousers, Dress Pants & Shorts
Trouser Length
Waistband to Hem
- Stand straight wearing a well-fitting trouser or in a natural posture.
- Start from the top of your waistband where you normally wear your trousers.
- Measure down the outside of your leg to your desired trouser hem length.
- Keep the tape straight and do not measure diagonally.
Trouser Waist
Where Your Trousers Sit
- Identify the exact position where you normally wear your trouser waistband — typically just below your navel.
- Measure around your bare waist at this exact point, keeping the tape level and parallel to the floor.
- Stand in a relaxed, natural posture. Do not suck in or push out your stomach.
- The tape should be snug but not tight — you should be able to place one finger between the tape and your body.
Hip Circumference
- Stand with your feet together and your body relaxed.
- Wrap the measuring tape around the widest part of your hips and seat.
- Keep the tape level and parallel to the floor all the way around.
- The tape should be snug, allowing room for one finger for comfort.
Thigh Circumference
- Stand with your feet slightly apart and your weight evenly balanced.
- Start at the top of your inseam, near the crotch area.
- Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your thigh.
- Keep the tape snug with room for one finger to avoid measuring too tight.
Trouser Leg Opening
Hem Width
- Lay a well-fitting pair of trousers flat on a table or smooth surface.
- Smooth out the fabric so there are no wrinkles at the hem.
- Measure straight across the bottom hem from one edge to the other (flat width).
- Do not measure around the full opening — this measurement is taken flat across.
Rise
Crotch to Crotch
- Stand straight in a relaxed posture.
- Start measuring from the back waistband where you normally wear your trousers.
- Bring the tape between your legs and up to the front waistband.
- Keep the tape close to the body for an accurate rise measurement, without pulling it too tight.
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Description
Sharkskin is a connoisseur’s cloth, a two-toned worsted wool with a rich sartorial heritage rooted in the mid-century. It is prized for its uniquely smooth hand, its subtle, two-toned lustre, and its exceptional visual texture. To wear a sharkskin suit is to make a statement of sophisticated, vintage-inspired style.
The Architecture of the Vintage Sharkskin Suit
Our interpretation is commissioned in a fine Super 120s’ worsted wool. The jacket is built upon a full, hand-basted canvas front, an unseen architecture that allows the garment to mold to the wearer over time. The trousers are designed with a full skirt-lining in the waistband for a clean, comfortable drape. Every detail, from the hand-carved horn buttons to the final silhouette you define, is executed with precision.
A Personal Commission
The creation of your suit is a collaborative process. Through our customizer, you will define the final silhouette—from a classic tailored fit to a more relaxed interpretation—and specify personal details, such as the inclusion of a ticket pocket. Accommodations, such as a fully extended trouser lining, are naturally part of our bespoke service.
The Bespoke Promise: Your Fitting Canvas
A garment of such textural character demands an unimpeachable fit. Your commission therefore begins with a preliminary fitting suit—a toile—crafted to your initial specifications. This critical step allows for the meticulous refinement of the suit’s balance and line, ensuring the final piece is achieved with absolute precision. The fitting canvas is, of course, yours to retain.
Dry-clean.
Vintage Sharkskin Suit Jacket Features
- tailored from super 120s 100% worsted wool cloth in sharkskin weave
- single-breasted
- hand basted full canvas
- two-button low stance closure
- hand-stitched shoulder pads
- medium width notch lapel (2.75 inches to 3.25 inches)
- handpick stitching around collar, lapel, and pockets
- 1 left lapel buttonhole
- all buttonholes are hand made
- horizontal hip piped pockets with flap
- chest welt pocket
- fully lined in acetate
- hand stitched armholes
- four internal pockets
- two side vents
- rounded bottom
- 4 buttons vented sleeve cuff
- kissing sleeve button stance
- hand made black horn buttons
- stitched and reinforced jacket buttons by hand
Vintage Sharkskin Suit Pants Feature
- tailored from super 120s 100% worsted wool cloth in sharkskin weave
- zipper fly front
- hook closure waistband
- flat front pants
- slanted front pockets
- two back pockets
- piped back pocket opening
- back pockets with button and buttonhole closure
- all buttonholes are hand made
- 1.75-inch tall belt loops in the waistband
- acetate lined pants front till knee
- grip enforced waistband for better tuck-ins
- skirt waistband lining
- leg-lengthening style
- hand stitched pants hem
- stitched and reinforced pants buttons by hand
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Suit Fit Guide
Suit Fit Guide
Choosing the right fit is the most important step in creating your custom suit. This choice determines the overall shape and the amount of room in your test garment. Use this guide to select the fit that best matches your body type and style preference.
Slim Fit
Tailored to follow your body closely from shoulders to ankles.
Best for: Leaner builds or anyone seeking a fitted, fashionable profile that offers a crisp, streamlined appearance.
Standard Fit
A versatile fit that’s never too snug or too loose.
Best for: Average builds and those who appreciate classic tailoring with comfort. The go-to fit for timeless style.
Relaxed Fit
Comfort-first tailoring with room to move.
Best for: Those with broader proportions or who prioritize mobility. Ideal for travel, extended wear, or personal ease.
Athletic Fit
Structured for strength: broad on top, narrow below.
Best for: V-shaped torsos with broader shoulders and chest paired with a slimmer waist. Designed to reduce pulling or excess fabric.
Joseph (verified owner) –
Perfect fit
I would highly recommend Baron Boutique. Raj is very helpful and professional. My suit fit perfectly out of the package. I will definitely being ordering another suit from Baron Boutique.