Winter Coats | UWM Men's Shop | SLC, Utah

The snow is officially here, it’s the time of year where your suit alone isn’t going to keep you comfortable and warm. A good formal coat makes all the difference on a snowy morning commute. Let’s review some timeless options that will pair easily with your favorite suit.

Types of Winter Coat Fabrics

Wool

Wool is one of the most resilient fabrics out there, wool is always a great option for a winter coat. Wool is excellent at retaining warmth.  Wool keeps you warm while keeping you dry through its natural moisture-wicking properties. A durable wool coat will easily withstand the wear and tear of winter while keeping you looking crisp and polished throughout the whole season.

Cashmere and Cashmere Blends

If you are looking for a bit of luxury check out cashmere. Cashmere is considered one of the most luxurious winter fabrics, it’s lighter, softer and pure cashmere is up to 8 times as warm as wool. The only problem with cashmere is its durability. Cashmere easily pills in areas of frequent friction and generally isn’t nearly as durable as a pure wool coat.

Luckily, you won’t have to choose between durability and warmth. Enter the wool/cashmere blend. The wool/cashmere blend is more durable than pure cashmere, its softer and warmer than pure wool. It's the best of both worlds. 

Cotton

Cotton is a good option for a lighter coat or jacket like a trench coat. Easy to care for, cotton can be found in heavier weights. Some include waterproof treatments like waxed cotton. 

Types of Coats to Wear Over Your Suit

There are three main types of coats that you can wear over your suit, topcoats, peacoats, or trench coats. 

Topcoat

A topcoat is an excellent, classic option for a formal winter coat that goes over your suit. Topcoats are also sometimes referred to as overcoats. While at some point in the distant past, overcoats and topcoats were actually different, today, they’re virtually the same and can be more or less used interchangeably.

While a single-breasted topcoat is the most common type of topcoat, double-breasted variations of the topcoat are available as well and are slightly warmer. Lastly, topcoats are meant to end at or just above the knee.

Peacoat

Peacoats are shorter than trench coats and topcoats and are always double-breasted. They often feature a taller and wider collar that can be flipped up and buttoned up for added warmth. Like British style suits, peacoats can trace its origins to military attire. With a need for a warm, heavy coat to wear through the crisp air of the North Sea, the peacoat was originally invented by the Dutch, with ‘pije’ being the root word, meaning ‘coarse wool fabric’. Though the Dutch are credited with its conception, the British navy subsequently adopted and refined the peacoat. It becomes a distinguishing style for its naval officers, and thus the modern peacoat was born. It’s not surprising that the most popular color for peacoats is navy.

Trench Coat

Trench coats is a knee-length double-breasted jacket with a fabric belt and buckle. Its design can be traced back to Thomas Burberry (yes, that Burberry) who helped popularize it when he switched from wool to cotton to allow the coat to be worn in more versatile conditions. They were adopted en masse by British forces during WW1, giving the jacket an appropriate and grim backstory.  After the war, military surplus trench coats were given away, which led to their popularity amongst civilians.

Come check out our coat selection at UWM Men’s Shop today and stay warm this winter!!

Suited For Good | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

In 2016 a customer asked if Utah Woolen Mills would donate a suit for an auction to benefit a friend who was battling brain cancer. BJ Stringham attended the event and following the event he left feeling the need to do more to help people. Days later BJ called his father Bart to share the experience with him, BJ says. “I was very emotional. I said, ‘We’ve got to do something with our business. We’ve got a great customer base, We are a solid business, We should be able to harness all of our strengths into something we could do in our community.’” Eventually he came up with the idea of giving away suits. There were some people that tried to discourage him, saying it would be too expensive. There was one friend, however, who said, “BJ, you’ve got to do it,  The coolest thing is that every success in your business equates to success in your community.” From this Suited For Good was born. 

Suited For Good is a philanthropic initiative to give away a free suit for every suit sold. In the beginning, most Suited For Good recipients visited UWM Men’s Shop to get outfitted. Then UWM decided to expand the charity’s reach to rural areas and even to other states. To accomplish this the Stringhams purchased a motorhome, filled it with suits and took Suited for Good on the road. The Suited For Good team travels to communities across the region and invite members of these communities to nominate “a deserving man” to receive a new suit. Recipients show up for appointments just like they do in the store.

“The coolest thing is giving a suit to a guy who has a place to live and a wife and a kid and is just trying to get a job,” says BJ Stringham. “Or just a guy who’s been down on his luck.”

“Some of the best stories are of guys who could possibly afford a new suit, but don’t buy one,” he says. “Maybe they could afford it but they just don’t do it because they’re always giving to others.” 

Suited for Good doesn’t just donate tailored suits, but their nonprofit gives suits to anyone undergoing a challenge. In two years Suited For Good donated over 600 suits to deserving individuals. They coordinate with their customers to find people in need who would appreciate a new suit. Something as simple as a suit goes a long way to help people overcoming homelessness, health challenges and the difficulties of resettlement.

The mission of Suited For Good is designed to do much more than making a candidate look good. “Sometimes just by getting a new suit, you look at yourself in the mirror and say, ‘Oh my gosh, there’s nothing I can’t do!'” says Bart Stringham. “The confidence rises to another level and you’re able to accomplish things you never thought you could do. And we’ve seen it happen.” Suited For Good has just one condition for those who receive a suit from Suited For Good: “pay it forward.”   “It’s a hand up, not a handout,” says Stringham.

In 2019 Suited For Good has donated over 129 suits to deserving individuals.

If you would like to be involved in this amazing program visit www.suitedforgood.com

How to wear a Scarf | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

We all have a love/hate relationship with winter. We love breaking out our warmest suits and overcoats, but we hate the icy, windy and wet cold. One way to combat the downsides of winter is incorporating a scarf. The scarf will soon become one of your favorite pieces because of the functionality in keeping you warm and also because it is a great look. 

First things first make sure the scarf you choose is 60 to 75 inches long. Also, keep in mind that some of the scarf knots below will be tougher with thicker and coarser wool scarves.

The Slip Knot

1: Fold the scarf in half lengthwise and then fold it again to form a sort of hoop.

2: Let the scarf dangle around your neck with the hoop on one side of the shoulder.

3: Take the other end (A) and bring it towards the hoop.

4: Let A pass through the loop.

5: Tighten the loop to get the complete effect.

The Wrap-Around

1:  Drape the scarf around your shoulders and let it hang around your neck equally on each side.

2: Bring one side (B) towards the other side (A).

3: Let B pass over A and wrap B around the back of your neck to the other side.

4: Adjust both ends to the desired length.

The Shoulder Toss

1: Drape the scarf over your shoulders and let it hang around your neck equally on each side.

2: Take either side (in this case, A), and toss it over your opposing shoulder. Adjust to desired length.

2a: [optional] Brush your shoulders off mid-toss.

The Ascot

1: Drape the scarf around your shoulders and let it hang equally.

2: Take point ‘A’ and cross it over point ‘B’

3: Pull point ‘A’ through the opening formed by the cross (try to flatten it out as you pull up and over) and adjust to even out the lengths of both points.

4:  Adjust the knot as needed, tuck in below your jacket lapels.

The Infinity

1: Drape the scarf around your shoulder, ensuring that point ‘A’ is longer than point ‘B’. 

2: Wrap point ‘A’ around point ‘B’ 

3: Continue wrapping until you run out of length, tuck ends in. 

The Tuck-In

1: Drape the scarf around your shoulders at equal lengths.

2: Cross point ‘A’ over point ‘B’ 

3: Tuck in!

The Classic Drape

1: Fold the scarf in half lengthwise and let it hang around your neck equally on each side

Stop by UWM Men’s Shop today and check out our incredible scarf selection and find your new scarf to brave the winter and look amazing in the process!!

Fall / Winter '19 Style | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

Now that the weather has gotten a bit cooler I thought it might be appropriate to talk about Fall and Winter Styling. An easy place to start is with colors. During fall and winter take advantage of richer, and deeper colors like navy, charcoal, camel, forest green, burgundy and darker colors.

When it comes to winter fashion for men, the fabrics you wear will be heavier and thicker, warmer and more insular. This keeps the body heat in when you’re outside braving the colder temperatures. Men’s winter fashion has plenty of heavier cottons, wools, thicker knits, more substantial woven shirts. All layers in general are thicker to keep in warmth.

For fit, clothes should start slim and gradually become more roomy, naturally. For example, layers that are closest to your skin should be slim and thin, as you build your outfit and layer, your mid layers and coats may be looser, thicker or heavier to accommodate your layers.

For suits and sport coats look for heavier winter-weight wools, flannels, and tweeds. Wool flannel is among the comfiest and warmest suiting fabrics. Topcoats and overcoats are a great option for keeping warm this winter. You may notice some topcoats and overcoats are slightly oversized. Most of the time it is because it is assumed you’ll be layering underneath, and the coat is designed to accommodate those extra layers. Our ¾ length Hybrid Overcoats are a perfect solution for staying warm this winter. 

If you are wearing an all-season wool suit you will want to compensate for lack of warmth by layering up with sweaters or thinner quilted vest underneath your suit jacket. At UWM we have sweaters for every occasion from Givocci, St Croix, Eleventy and others. Scarves are definitely an accessory that not only looks awesome but serves a purpose. A wool or cashmere scarf is the perfect cold weather accessory. You can go with a solid, neutral color like grey or brown. Your scarf will work with everything in your closet and look great while also keeping you nice and warm. 

A winter beard is also something that we couldn’t recommend more. You don’t have to go full on lumberjack. But a bit of well groomed facial hair always fits in during the colder months. To stay professional and well trimmed, keep your neck shaved smooth and your beard lines well defined. A beard will help to keep your face warm as well.

As far as winter footwear is concerned there are a few options. Dress shoes with rubber soles are important. Leather bottomed shoes although comfy do not do well with wet ground. Rubber soles don’t absorb the moisture, just make sure that you waterproof the upper portion of the shoe. The other option is to do like we do here at UWM Men’s Shop, wear a snow shoe or boot or even a sneaker into the office and change into your nice dress shoes once you are inside. Just don’t forget to change shoes before you leave!

At UWM Men’s Shop we have everything to ensure that you are ready and prepared for fall and winter this year, stop in today!!

Wolf Watch Winders | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

At WOLF, strong traditions and ethics are passed down that instill a sense of pride in the achievements their family led business has made.  In their 185 year history to global brand recognition, WOLF refuses to waver from its pursuit for perfection, luxury and elegance.

Barely out of his teens, Simon Philip Wolf was an apprentice to his father, Philip Wolf IV. Laying down a foundation of knowledge that had been passed to him by his father and that is invaluable to Simon who leads the company today with a clear vision and a desire to be the very best. WOLF says that,  “A company is a reflection of the people who work for it. WOLF is a multi-cultural, thoughtful, hardworking team, and family. Together, they make up the heart of WOLF's family business. With each generation, we become an even more unique company. Strong traditions and ethics passed down from one generation to the next. Instilling a sense of pride at the achievements we all have made in this family led business, a business that has become a family.”

HISTORY OF WOLF

German silversmith Philipp Wolf I created the company in 1834 when he discovered that his silver pieces sold more when presented in beautiful boxes. As he began selling more boxes than silver, he refocused his designs creating sophisticated jewellery cases which not only looked good but protect meaningful treasures. 

In 1895 son Philipp Wolf II began working as an apprentice to his father. After a summer in southern Sweden Philipp decided to immigrate to Malmö. There he started a workshop of his own and soon earned recognition in the area for his craft. Years later his sons, Ernst and Philipp III, proudly continued the tradition of box making.

In 1930 Philipp Wolf III continued to expand the Swedish factory into its third generation of box making. After World War II, he began making long trips to America to sell his presentation boxes to newly emerging watch and jewellery markets. Progress was slow, but steady, the trips to America by sea taking up to a month each time.

Today the Wolf Family business legacy proudly continues. The company not only crafts great jewellery boxes, but now creates a wide variety of fine quality gift items as well. Their patented technology and innovative product design in jewellery cases and watch rotators, has made the company what is today—the market leader.

WATCH WINDERS

A WOLF watch winder is a handmade precision instrument that focuses on the health of your watch with patented innovation. Only a WOLF counts rotations, all others simply use time to estimate the counts per day. With 185 years of innovation, WOLF knows that relying on time is simply never enough.

Every timepiece has a number of turns per day required to fully wind. Knowing the TPD for your watch assures optimal performance. Our watch winding specification database will provide you with the recommended number of turns per day and the direction of turns. Placing your watch on a WOLF is the convenient solution and best practice for your watch’s health. WOLF owns the patent that counts turns per day, keeping your watch accurate. With over five generations of innovation and patented technology, WOLF uncomplicates watch care.

At UWM Men’s shop it made perfect sense for us to carry these amazing tools. Stop by the store today to check out WOLF winders for yourself.

Top Men's Shops in Utah

UWM MEN’S SHOP

Established in 1905, UWM Men’s Shop is a family business, now in our fifth generation as a men’s fashion shop in Salt Lake City. We consider ourselves very fortunate to be in the family still and to be ever evolving as fashion always does. Our buyers search the globe to find unique luxury suiting and high-quality, high fashion clothing that cannot otherwise be found in Utah (and even neighboring states). We also pride ourselves on having the best tailoring staff in the country! They are what make our men’s tailored suits a cut above the rest. We would put our tailors up against anyone!

Shopping for men’s tailored suits should be a blast! At UWM that 's exactly what we plan on giving you. We are old school in our customer service mentality. For us, it's about creating lasting relationships. Like Cheers, we want this place to be where everybody knows your name. We will keep track of your measurements and the tailored luxury suits that you like so you can simply enjoy yourself when you come back to our men’s fashion shop. While the world around us gets more disconnected, we want you to feel like you’re coming back home every time you step in our doors.

THE STOCKIST

The Stockist is a clothing and lifestyle shop established in 2009 by siblings Helen & Ian Wade. The Stockist (originally under the name Fresh) opened their doors in the 9th & 9th shopping district of Salt Lake City.  Bastille has grown and established the shop as a staple in SLC. The Stockist is always growing and striving to bring the best offerings to their clients. You can always find Helen at the shop working hard, open to chat or help style you for your next adventure in life. The Stockist is a specialty shop, locally owned and operated and always striving to stock quality goods and lifestyle essentials for an everyday purpose.

HATHENBRUCK

HATHENBRUCK is the online and brick-and-mortar destination for interactions and insight on globally recognized apparel, footwear & accessories. Started by Caleb Flowers in 2012, Hathenbruck stocks high-end streetwear brands such as Cav Empt, Rick Owens, Acne Studios, visvim, and Stone Island alongside CNY, Vans, Adidas, Nike, and Alltimers, all in a brilliantly minimal interior. The store also has its own self-titled line that ranges from elevated graphic staples to Nike-approved custom sneakers. Caleb has found a way to bridge the gap between high-end fashion and skate and street styles. By stocking gear that ranges from a selection of hyper-lux designers like Rick Owens to a collection of core Vans staples and more graphic-based brands like Brain Dead and Alltimers.

BASTILLE

Since 1997 Bastille has been presenting their interpretation of current, relevant and inspiring fashion. Their interest in design is not skewed by price, geography, politics or marketing. However they love that fashion is affected by all these factors. Bastille has presented a unique presentation of current, relevant and inspiring fashion. Fashion is an ever-changing art, and Bastille constantly strives to offer a better selection, a better presentation, better service and to give back more – all with the finest quality.

FICE

Serving Salt Lake City Utah and Denver Colorado with a well curated selection of footwear and apparel from Nike, Jordan Brand, Vans Vault, Saucony Elite, Asics, Raised by Wolves, Lifted Anchors, PLEASURES, Carhartt WIP, Born x Raised and others in addition to our own in-house label, FICE. FICE Gallery Opened April 7th 2008. That night set the standard for the following 10+ years. Art, music, contemporary sneakers and streetwear. Fice quickly became Salt Lake City's premiere sneaker and clothing boutique. Fast forward to 2016 and FICE has climbed the ranks to be considered among the nations finest sneaker and clothing boutiques. 

Tom Nox Style Guide | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

Now that we have had Tom Nox sportcoats in UWM Men’s Shop for a while now, hopefully most of you readers have been able to add one or two or five to your closets. If not it's about time! For those that have, or will soon be, here is a guide to help you know what to wear your jackets with.  

Green with White Windowpane

This is a jacket that you have lots of options to wear it with. Starting with the pants, the first logical choice is to match the windowpane cream color, a cream, beige or lighter tan color will pair great with this jacket. You can also wear this jacket with pants that are navy or lighter gray. If you want to go with a more business casual look throw it on with a pair of nice jeans. 

For shirts, any solid button up is easy, if you go with a patterned option, try to stick to mini patterns. Another great look is a nice white or black T shirt tucked into a nice pair of trousers with this jacket is a classy look. If you choose to wear a tie with your look, a solid color or patterns are great, just try to avoid overlapping window panes or check patterns. 

Orange with White Windowpane

This is a jacket that immediately adds character to your outfit due to the amazing orange color. Again starting with the pants, the first choice is the cream color in the windowpane. You can also wear pants in beige, tans, browns. This jacket will look great with navy and other blues, grays and charcoals will look great with the orange color. This will also look great casually with a nice pair of denim. 

As far as shirts and ties its the same as the green jacket, any solid button up is easy, if you go with a patterned option, try to stick to mini patterns. Another great look is a nice white or black T shirt tucked into a nice pair of trousers with this jacket is a classy look. If you choose to wear a tie with your look, a solid color or patterns are great, just try to avoid overlapping window panes or check patterns. 

Green with Burgundy Windowpane

Starting with the pants, try pairing it with a pair of pants similar to the windowpane burgundy color. On its own a pant this color may seem a little bold, but with this jacket it will look awesome. You can also wear this jacket with navys or darker blues, browns. Pants with darker tones will look great with this jacket. You can also wear darker denim jeans for a more casual look.

For shirts a solid white or lighter blue button up will look great. For ties same as the other examples a solid color or patterns are great, just try to avoid overlapping check patterns. 

Blue, Brown, Gray Mini Check

Don’t let this jacket pattern overwhelm you. This jacket makes it pretty simple, try wearing it with one of the three jacket colors; gray, blue or brown pants are super easy. You can also wear most colors of jeans for a more casual look. 

For shirts a solid white or lighter blue button up will look great. For ties same as the other examples a solid color or patterns are great, just try to avoid overlapping check patterns. 

Hopefully this is helpful to you. If not stop by UWM Men’s Shop, pick out a new Tom Nox Jacket or any of the other items we have and we would be happy to put your looks together. Stop by today!!

Hybrid Sport Coats | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

Temperatures dropping by the day, cold crisp air that you can see your breath, trees changing colors, pumpkin everything, yep fall is here. Fall can be an exciting time for mens fashion.  Unpacking all of our heavy wool suits, sweaters and jackets not to mention flannels. At UWM Men’s Shop we love fall and could not be more excited to have it here. The #1 reason we love fall is HYBRIDS, HYBRIDS, HYBRIDS!! 

Every February the UWM staff gets together around a stack of pattern and color swatches to pick out our favorite 10 -15 choices for that years fall and winter hybrid sportcoat and overcoat selections. We submit the order and we wait anxiously for September to get here. That's right, 8 months in advance. In September we have anywhere from 100-150 hybrid sportcoats in stock.

Hybrid sportcoats have quickly become a UWM favorite. They are called a hybrid due to the detachable bib that zips in and out of the sportcoat. The bib provides a different dynamic to the sportcoats functionality. Dress it up or down, wear it with a pair of jeans and a tee shirt on a night out wife the significant other. Or if it's business time once you are in the restaurant or a meeting unzip out the bib and you have a classy sport coat. 

Big coats can be a hassle. You no longer have to hang them at the door, simply wear them to the table. The most beautiful things are the classiest. These hybrids are the pieces that will keep you stylish whether you live in Florida and need a sport coat, but fly to New York and need that extra windscreen. Hybrid sportcoats are easily the most popular fall and winter item in our 114 years of business.

The hybrid concept has leaked into our overcoats as well. Full length trench coats are not only bulky, but constrictive, our 3/4 length overcoats are almost knee length, adding class and elegance to your winter wardrobe. 

Stop by UWM today to get your hybrid sportcoat before they are gone 

Pant Terms | UWM Men's Shop | SLC, Utah

There is so much that goes into finding that perfect jacket that if there is one garment men commonly neglect when they pick out a suit, it’s the pants. Pants have many features top to bottom, waistband to hem, that are important to consider for fit and appearance whether you are buying them as part of a suit or on their own as a pair of casual chinos.

The Waistband

Starting at the top, pants most commonly feature a waistband. The waistband is a thin strip of fabric that wraps around the waist and features some of the securing mechanisms needed to hold them on the body, namely a button or hooks.

The waistband can vary in terms of width, from thin to wide, though the standard is between 1-2″ wide.

Belt Loops

Attached to the waistband are the belt loops, which hold the belt in place around the waist. It is traditionally said that pants with belt loops should always be worn with a belt; otherwise, it looks like you just forgot to put it on. However, going beltless is popular for a more casual look.

Side Adjusters

For reasons of greater formality and uninterrupted lines, some men prefer trousers with side adjusters. These are usually small buckles, one at each hip, attached to cloth tab or strap that enable you to cinch the waist an inch or so on each side.

After-Dinner Split

This is a split in the material at the center back of the waistband held together by loose slip stitching.The name suggests that it helps accommodate the expansion of your stomach if you eat a large meal. However, the real purpose is to give more movement of the fabric at the waist, especially when you sit. 

Waist Curtain

On the inside of your waistband, you may have a waist curtain. It’s a strip of lining that runs the full circumference of the waistband. Usually, it’s secured along the top of the waistband but can be lifted up from the bottom to reveal the underlying materials of the waistband construction.

The Rise

Below the waistband is the area called the rise, measured from the seam at the bottom of the crotch to the waistband. This may be in the range of 9-13 inches depending on the size of the pants and whether it is low-rise, mid-rise, or high-rise. 

Pleats

Pleats are folds of fabric in the trouser rise. Pleats add mass and visual impact to the area of the rise. They can provide more comfort than a flat rise, especially if you carry weight in your abdomen, because the extra fabric there expands slightly as you move around, sit down or get up. Pleats also continue the crease that runs up the middle of each pant leg if you have dress pants on, which enhances the sharp and polished look.

The Seat

On the other side of the rise is your seat, where your rear end is. There isn’t much to say about pants construction here except for the various pocket options. Usually, you have two rear pockets on the seat, though these can either be welt pockets or welts with a single button on each. This gives you a clean rear seat.

Lining

Legs may also be lined on the inside, either down to the thigh or fully, especially if the pants are a light color or one that is either sheer or rough–summer fresco cloth is both. The lining prevents your skin and underwear from showing through and also protects your skin from abrasion. 

Cuffs

Cuffs on pants give weight to the bottoms of the legs. In this way, they have the effect of visually shortening your legs. If you wear flat-front pants, cuffs are optional. If you wear pleats, generally you would usually go with cuffs to counterbalance the pleats, both visually and in terms of lending actual physical weight to balance the pulling of pleats in the area of the rise. 

What does the "Super" Number Mean in my Suit? | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

Whether you are someone who wears suits daily or just on Sunday or special occasions, you have most likely heard the term super numbers, referring to suit cloth weight. So, what exactly do the super numbers mean? Let us help.

The super number relates to the width of the wool yarn in microns and is used to determine precisely how fine the individual wool fibers used in the cloth are. When a sheep is shorn of its wool, the wool is placed under a microscope to measure its thickness. The wool is measured in Microns and graded using a numbers system. For example, a Super 130’s fabric will have yarn that is roughly 17.25 microns wide or 0.00172 milometers. This number will also represent how many individual yarns you will have in a single weave.The phrase ‘Super’ dates back about 30 years and at the time they were meant as a quick method of measurement. They later became associated with high quality fabrics, today they denote the quality and grade of some of the finest fabrics in the world.

A thread count of Super 100’s or higher denotes a ‘fine quality wool’ and the cost of each fabric can rise significantly as these numbers rise especially when these fine wools are blended with luxury fibers such as mohair, cashmere and alpaca. Suits ranging from super 120’s to super 200’s wool are likely to be made with merino wool which is one of the best quality wools in the world today. The finest merino wool is sourced from Australia and New Zealand as these countries have the best climates and conditions for producing the finest quality wool. Merino wools are incredibly comfortable and perform significantly better than other types of wool.

Suits made from Super 100’s ,110’s  and 120’s wool tend to work best for people who are looking for a good quality suit to wear often that is going to be durable and comfortable. These fabrics are ideal for people who have a good build and want a suit with a finer fabric to highlight their body shape.

Suits made from Super 130’s and 140’s are best for people who do not use their suit as often and live in warmer climates or will be wearing it during the warmer summer months. These fabrics are perfect for customers who care more about comfort than durability and warmth.

Suits that using Super 150’s to 200’s are suits made from fabrics that are incredibly fine and almost silk like in their texture and weight. These luxury fabrics are unbelievably soft to touch and wear. They are however not as durable as clothing made using lower super numbers and for this reason are usually made for special occasions or for instances where the suit will only be worn occasionally.

At UWM Men’s Shop, we have suits of the highest quality materials, from our opening price point to the best in the world we have it. And best of all, we are here to help direct in finding the perfect suit for you. Stop in today and see for yourself!!

Presidents | Streetwear Made in Italy | Salt Lake City, UT

PRESIDENT’s is a contemporary menswear brand made in Italy. Their goal is to make garments that will endure for years without compromising their contemporary style. 

PRESIDENT’s was originally founded in 1957 by 7 Bell S.p.A, a Tuscan atelier with an illustrious history, founded by the grandfather of current creative director, Guido Biondi. Guido, was born into the fashion world, to a family that has deep roots in the local manufacturing industry. He's said that he spent his child surrounded by piles of fabrics, patterns, and sewing machines, and he's followed this seemingly predestined path to his current vocation, picking up the company that his grandfather founded more than fifty years ago. Now, Biondi has picked up the President's mantle and used his sartorial pedigree to grow the brand and its focus on creating relaxed sportswear made from fine fabrications and time-honored craftsmanship.7 Bell has long been known for its superior quality garments and was the very first producer of Italian denim.

Something we have learned from PRESIDENT’s, it is that quality and excellence comes from doing the small, subtle things in the very best way possible, starting with the finest fabrics: Egyptian cotton, quality cashmeres, and selections from some of the top Italian textile houses Larusmiani and Loro Piana. Each material is chosen according to its performance, feel, drape, and the way it wears over time. Because no fine fabric performs on its own, the way they put them together is equally important. Unlike any industrial apparel brand, and unlike even the vast majority of luxury brands, PRESIDENT’s makes use of the strongest, most durable stitching methods, even if that means more time and cost.

All of their denim is fine Japanese selvedge, and sewn together with antique machines with double and triple stitches for natural wear and the maximum longevity. PRESIDENT’s feel that even their most casual garments deserve some love. From the classic tee to the minimal crewnecks in Japanese cotton or fine cashmere, they feel that basics made well out of the best materials last longer, wear better, and will become beloved staples in your wardrobe. On the hardware such as buttons, zippers or even the button enclosures, there is special attention paid to the parts of the garment that go through the most stress. Solid hardware makes your garment look brand new for longer.

From time to time, President’s collaborates with other brands from around the world who share the same passion for meticulous quality and world-class function, form, and materials. With every collection, PRESIDENT’s combines tradition with research to make true contemporary classics, Crafted in Tuscany. 

At UWM Men’s Shop we are thrilled to add this amazing brand to our growing men’s casual department. Do yourself a favor and come check out PRESIDENT’s today.

The Polo Shirt | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

For generations, the polo shirt has been one of the cornerstones of a classic wardrobe. With its unique ability to straddle the often elusive line between casual and formal, the polo is able to carry you from the office to the club. While certainly not appropriate for every warmer weather situation, when paired with a nicely tailored outfit, a knit polo shirt can carry you in style through most any business dress situation. A classic polo fits somewhat close to the body and has a two or three-button placket. Typically made of pique cotton, its design and feel is generally informal while those made from a smoother cotton weave can present a dressier look. 

Pairing a polo with chinos is of course a traditional combination and usually works just fine for most situations. This look can work with a worn-in, laid back outfit or an outfit that is pressed and crisp. The magic of a polo shirt is how it can read formal or informal based on what it’s paired with. As a rule, when going for a sharp casual, try boat shoes, loafers, or simple white sneakers.. For a more business look, go with a more tailored chino or slack. You can top it off with a navy jacket and a nice loafer or driver moc. A nice silk or merino polo paired with the right suit is also a classy combo.

Whatever polo look you’re rocking, ensure that the fit is right. This is a rule that applies to anything you put on, even a polo shirt.The shirt’s shoulder seam should actually land on your shoulder. You don’t want any pulling or bunching, just a natural and comfortable fit. The body of the shirt should slightly touch your body, but should not feel tight. The sleeve should hit you mid-bicep and be fitted not constricting. When un-tucked, your shirt should hang no lower than your hips. A more tailored, dressy polo often have unbanded sleeves that land lower on the bicep.

At UWM Men’s Shop we have polo shirt styles for every occasion. Stop in and add some new polos to your wardrobe today!

Proper Pant Fit | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

Knowing how our dress pants should fit is an essential skill for everyone to have. But even for the well-versed suit-wearers out there, navigating the do’s and don’ts of how dress pants should fit can be a bit confusing. Keep in mind these points about how pants should fit.

When fitting the waist, we need to explain the ‘rise’, which goes hand-in-hand with the waist. The ‘rise’ of your dress pants is the total length of fabric traveling from the front hem to the back hem. Naturally, this means the ‘rise’ will determine where the top hem sits on your body.

The Rise

It may be difficult at first to get used to but not all pants were intended to be worn as low on the waist as your low-rise jeans. For dress pants, a classic rise will leave the waistband sitting at the mid-to-high hip level, just below your belly button. Your waistband should be snug enough that wearing a belt or suspenders would be a style choice, not a necessity. If your rise is too short, you may be experiencing what we call a wedgie. This pulling is coming from the back because the pants waist is sitting too low. If your rise is too long, the opposite would happen, and your crotch would fall too low.

The Waist

Once you figure out the rise, your waist should be snug enough for your pants to sit at the appropriate height for your rise without needing a belt to hold up the pants. If the waist is too tight, not only will you be uncomfortable but you’ll also end up with what is referred to as the muffin top. If the waist is too loose and you use a belt to cinch the pants you’ll end up with bunching along the waistline which is a dead giveaway of a poor fit.

Leg width comes down mostly to your personal style, and the trends today range from super-skinny to oversized. We recommend that you stick to a classic look.

On the classic fit you should be able to pinch about one to two inches of fabric on either side of your legs. The fabric will fall close to your natural shape and drape cleanly. A bit of a taper from the thigh to hem will fall along with the natural narrowing of the leg, this will look smart and natural on all body types.

For dress pant length, let’s first look at the seams. The inseam, is from the start of the crotch down to the bottom of the leg. The outseam, is from the top of the waist down to the leg is the most common measurement that determines leg length.

More importantly, we’ll look at the break, or the way the hemline meets your dress shoes. The break you choose will depend on the width of the hem, as some break options require a tapered or widened opening. It all depends on the look you’re going for with your suit, and where you’ll be wearing it. Here is a  breakdown no pun intended on breaks:

1. No break

No break pants will have the bottom hem stopping right above your ankle, not quite reaching the top of your shoes. This option will come with a more tapered leg and is a more bold look. With the shortest break, you’ll be showing the most amount of sock or ankle.

2. Partial Break

For the partial break, your pants should reach the top of your dress shoes. They should form a slight single vertical bend in the front crease of the pant legs just above their meeting point with the dress shoes.

3. Full Break

A full break is the longest option, giving you enough extra fabric at your bottom hemline to reach or even cover your shoelaces. It will form a more pronounced vertical bend/wrinkle in the front crease of the pant legs above the hem. This is the no nonsense, least trendy break, but it’s a great choice for a more conservative office. 

Neck Ties 101 : How to Wear a Tie! | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

We have all been there and asked the question, “what should I be looking for when shopping for a new necktie?” We are here to help, the first thing to consider is the fabric of the tie. There are several to choose from.

SILK TIES

For year round ties that will work across a range of seasons and occasions, silk is your best consideration. A little information about why silk ties are amazing. Silk is one of the most durable fabrics in the world. Even though silk is incredibly soft,  its tensile strength is very high. Silk’s elasticity contributes to its tensile strength. Silk Fabrics retain their shape and do a good job of not wrinkling. Silk repels dirt due to its smooth finishing and also repels dirt due to its smooth finish.

LINEN TIES

If you are seeking ties for more casual settings, especially during the warmer months, a linen tie is another ideal choice. Linen is a lighter weight fabric that breathes easily, making it an appropriate choice during casual settings in warmer weather.

The downside to wearing a linen tie is that it creases easily, and so should be avoided for most formal occasions, such as work, a cocktail party or a presentation. They are, however, great for summer weddings!

COTTON TIES

Cotton ties, like linen, are lighter weight and ideal for casual settings and for warmer weather.

Cotton is a great choice for more casual settings and are typically lighter and have a more relaxed look.

WOOL TIES

An ideal replacement for silk or lighter weight summer ties, wool ties provide you an additional texture to your look, specially during the fall and winter months. Given that wool is a heavier fabric, its insulation properties make it a fantastic choice for the fall and winter seasons.

The tones of most wool ties help them blend in perfectly with the colder months, where colors such as olive green, mustard yellow and navy replace the summer pastel colors of light pink, light blue and lavender.

This combination of texture and color make wool ties a preferred choice during the winter months. While wool ties can work well with textured jackets such as tweed, they are an excellent complement to traditional suits. Wool ties drape well and tie thick knots, making them a perfect neckwear choice for any setting.

TIE PATTERN

When choosing a tie pattern it is best to look for tie patterns that will help elongate your frame. Going with patterns such as stripes or solids will work particularly well, especially if you are on the slim side.

For shorter guys who are more stout, striped ties can still work extremely well, but replace the solid ties with geometric or repeating patterns that are smaller. Larger geometric patterns will make you look more stocky and take away from what we are trying to do.

TIE KNOTS

There are quite a few options when it comes to tying your tie in fact I read that there is 177,147  ways to tie a tie, crazy right? Luckily you only really need to know three: the Four-in-hand, Windsor, and Half-Windsor. 

• FOUR-IN-HAND

 This knot is the most popular and is the easiest one to tie. This should be the first one you learn.

• WINDSOR

The full Windsor knot is a classic. What is important to know here, is that the Windsor knot requires a longer tie as it requires a couple of wrappings. The full Windsor or Double Windsor knot creates a large symmetrical knot that wears best with a wide collar.

• HALF-WINDSOR

The Half-Windsor is another popular choice as it creates a medium sized knot that works with most collar types.

Do yourself a favor, go to YouTube look up these knots and watch a few tutorial videos and you’ll be tying these knots in no time!

Navy Blazer | UWM Men's Shop | SLC, Utah

If there is a singular garment that endures in function and meaning, it’s the navy sportcoat. Classic, modern, dressed up or down, its variations and iterations are always the right choice. It can be worn with flannels or jeans, wing tips or boat shoes.

While it’s true that the traditional navy jacket is the backbone of any serious wardrobe, the fact remains that formal or informal, off-the-rack or custom, a good navy jacket is always going to be a smart investment. The navy jacket of today is a more varied tool in your clothing arsenal. It’s actually a casually dressy garment, equivalent to a cardigan when paired with jeans and loafers.

A navy sportcoat can fill the gap when you need to look nice but not too formal; somewhere between a suit and a sweater. This versatility means that it can dress up jeans and a worn-out button down just as easily as it can dress down fresh khakis and a tie.

Styles can vary as much as material. Some jackets have iconic brass buttons, while others have horn or plastic buttons. While double vents are popular and provide a Continental flair, the single vented, natural shouldered model is classically American. Fabric weights can easily range from heavy flannel to lightweight linen.

As with all clothing, when shopping for a blue sportcoat approach it as a major investment and buy the best that you can. A well-made and fitted navy sportcoat should be a jacket you can turn to for years to come and something you are happy to reach for in the morning. A well-made jacket made from quality fabric will be as comfortable as your favorite sweatshirt.

Keep in mind you do not necessarily have to break the bank when it comes to finding one that’s right for you, unless you want to. If you can afford made-to-measure and the time and cost that accompanies it by all means, go for it. Find what works for you and feels right.

At UWM Men’s Shop we have a variety of options to fill your navy jacket needs. Stop by today to check them out.

How a Dress Shirt Should Fit | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

When it comes to dress shirts it is vital to have shirts that fit you correctly. The three most common fit issues are:

1. Fit of the waist, too much/not enough fabric

2. Sleeves too long/short for your arms

3. Collars that are too loose/tight

4. Slouching shoulder seam

These are the areas you need to pay attention to when you’re buying your next dress shirt. 

Fit Of The Waist

Dress shirt shouldn’t have fabric hanging over the waist of your pants.  On the other end of the spectrum, you don’t want your shirt skin tight like a muscle tee. If your shirt is too small, wrinkles will start to form around the buttonholes. If the shirt is too loose, a muffin top will begin to form around your waist from the excess fabric.

How Long 

Your dress shirt sleeves should end at the break of the hand, where your wrists meet your palms. If its too short your shirt sleeves will push too far back if you raise your arms. Too long and your sleeve cuff will begin to bunch and fold on your hands.

Neck Fit

A shirt collar that doesn’t fit is the worst. If it’s too small it may choke you out before you're done wearing it.  On the other side a massively oversized collar. You know the look, turn your head and you can see the shirt label on the back.

Your collar should fit close to your neck. There should be just enough room for you to run two fingers between your collar and your neck when its buttoned up. If you’re wearing a tie, think of the collar of your dress shirt like the waist of your pants. If you have pants that are too big and you put a belt on, the waist will begin to bunch-up. Same with your collar.

Shoulder Seam

Your shirt’s shoulder seam should hit you right on the top of your shoulders for a clean, tailored look. If you are going to something more oversized, this seam can be relaxed a bit and fall over the top of your shoulder. There are many different ways of wearing a dress shirt, but when it comes to a clean polished look, we recommend your shoulder seams hit right at the top of your shirt!

Lucky for you, at UWM Men’s Shop learning how a dress shirt should fit is easy. We have shirts from Eton, Tom Nox, Givocci and others that off the rack will fit you the right way. If any alterations need to be made to ensure the perfect fit we can take care of that as well will our in house master tailor Anwar. A good shirt is the first building block to a good outfit - and inversely, a bad shirt can ruin a good outfit! Let us walk you through everything you’ll need to have the right shirts and build your outfits the right way! With quick turn around times in our tailoring, you can have your new shirt in no-time! Come see us today! 

Saxx Underwear | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City

Let’s be honest guys, when it comes to finding underwear, there are so many many different options. It can be hard to know which to choose! For us, we are confident that you’ll love Saxx! Not only do they have a great fit with fantastic fabrics, but they also have this pouch that keeps things in place (if you know what we mean). They breathe very well too! You’ll be excited to swap out your inventory of undies for these!

Let us give you a brief introduction to the brand, who they are, and what we have to offer from their unique selection!

The Story of Saxx

“Originality often times means being first and SAXX’s heritage of revolutionizing underwear goes back 10 years. In 2006, Trent Kitsch was on a fishing expedition and after spending hours in a cold, clammy ocean suit he knew there had to be a better way to protect his package from chafing. A former baseball player, he imagined a catcher’s mitt hammock design and turned it upside down in his mind. After the fishing trip, and with the hammock idea still percolating, he worked with a seamstress and designer — and himself as the fit model — to create a paneled fabric hammock that separated his balls from his legs. Fourteen prototypes later, the BallPark Pouch™ and SAXX Underwear were ready for action.”

Today, Saxx’ focus is the same: “to equip wearers with game-changing, next-level apparel that allows you to move freely, without restriction, apparel that feels like it’s barely there, that elevates your everyday experiences, that just works.”

Saxx is so sure of their product that if you are not 100% satisfied with your SAXX Underwear within 30 days of purchase we will refund your order.

Their guarantee is this: “We want you to experience the comfort and performance SAXX Underwear has to offer. You can read all the reviews but we know sometimes you need to try it before you buy it. To make it easy, we're willing to exchange or refund your order if you are not satisfied with your SAXX Underwear within 30 days of purchase.”

Saxx Underwear is available in four fits:

Relaxed

Focusing on comfort and movement; slightly looser fit 

Slim

For tug-free layering; slightly slimmer throughout the seat and thighs

Semi-Compression

Hybrid performance fit perfect for training and post-workout comfort.

Compression

Second-skin feeling for before, during and after activity.

At UWM Men’s Shop we all love Saxx underwear and couldn't be more excited to add them to the rest of our quality products. When you get a second, pop by and try a pair of these bad boys on and you’ll be glad you did! We can order in multiples so that you won’t have to go a day without them too. 

Did we mention that they are also great for high energy activities too? Saxx makes performance, compression briefs that you can wear on a hike, to the gym, on a run or just on the daily. For most of us here, they have been our go-to! They also offer different lengths so that if you are looking for a longer length breif you can do that too. 

Suit VS Tux - What's the difference? | UWM Men's Shop | City Creek Mall

What’s the difference? Tuxedo vs. Suit.  At UWM we are here to help!

Tuxedo Fabric

Tuxedos and suits are generally made from wool, one difference between a tuxedo and a suit is the use of satin fabric in areas of the tuxedo. Satin is used on tuxedo lapels, buttons, the pocket piping and the stripe down the leg of the pant. 

Lapels

Tuxedo jackets have a few distinguishing design features for their lapels. Suit jacket can have a notch lapel or a peak lapel, however, a tux jacket may also have a Shawl Lapel. Like the notch and peak lapels, shawl lapels on a tuxedo is commonly reserved for celebratory events or dinners. Notch lapels are a more casual style of lapel, rarely will you find notch lapels on a tux jacket.  

Buttons

In addition to having satin covered buttons, the tuxedo jacket generally will have a one button design. Suit jackets range from one to three buttons. A single button tux jacket forms long unbroken lines in the front giving you a clean and sleek look. 

Pockets

Another difference between a tux and a suit jacket is the pockets. Tuxedo jackets won’t have the traditional flapped/patch pockets found on suits and casual blazers. Tuxedos generally will have what is known as a Jetted Pocket. A jetted pocket has a satin piping along the pocket opening, this type of pocket helps in adding to the clean lines of the tuxedo.

Colors

If you can find the bright blue or orange tuxedos donned by Lloyd and Harry on Dumb and Dumber we salute you. Typically black and blue tuxedos are the most common and appropriate for any event or formal occasion. 

Pants

There are differences between tuxedo and suit pants. Tuxedo pants have a satin strip down the side of the pant legs to match the satin on the jacket. This strip runs along the outer seam. This adds to the sleek appearance of the rest of the tuxedo. Unlike most pants, tuxedo pants don’t have belt loops to keep the clean aesthetic of tuxedo style. To keep the pants up wear them at the right height. A good tailor like Anwar our Master Tailor at UWM can help with this. Suspenders are another solution to keeping your britches up and definitely add to the dapper look.

Wedding Suits | Salt Lake City, Utah | City Creek Center Mall

As the groom, all eyes will be on you and your partner, of course you want to look your best. Don't worry, at UWM Men’s Shop we've got you covered.

Your attire should be appropriate for your venue and match with the overall vibe of your wedding. If your wedding is in the daytime or outdoors, you can wear something more casual, fabrics such as linen, cotton or seersucker. For an evening affair in a ballroom or hotel, go with a darker, well-tailored suit or tux. 

Be sure to dress for your body type. Keep in mind that even the most expensive suit or tux will look and feel awful if it doesn't fit right. Make sure you can move, do twists, turns and arm raises to make sure there's plenty of mobility to show off your sick dancing skills. 

Traditionally, the groomsmen wear attire that's the same as or similar to that of the groom, but it's up to you. If you aren't planning for all the guys in your wedding party to wear the exact same suit or tux, it's important that their outfits match in style and feel with yours. Aim to pair your groomsmen style to that of the bridesmaids, if the bridesmaids have a vintage vibe, have the guys dressed to match.

To gain a unique look, it's in the details. Have your guys wear a cool boutonniere, a bow tie or necktie, even cuff links can add a fun and unique style to your precedings. If you have two wedding colors, you can wear one of the shades while the rest of the guys wear the other. For a more formal affair, have the groomsmen wear a tux with a black vest and bow tie, while you rock a white vest and tie. Don’t be afraid to inject your personality. 

At UWM we have all the suits, tuxedos, accessories and expertise needed to make sure you look amazing on your day. Stop in today!!

What are Suit Vents | UWM Men's Shop | Salt Lake City, Utah

Your suit has endless potential for customization, in most cases the front of the suit is the part you most often see when admiring yourself in the mirror. There is a key design feature in the back that needs a bit of your attention, the vents.

What Are Suit Vents?

A suit vent is a vertical slit that extends upward from the bottom hem on the backside of a suit jacket or sport coat.

Suit vents became a distinguishing feature on jackets back when gentlemen in polite society spent their leisure time enjoying equestrian pursuits. Riding their trusted steed, these openings on the jacket allowed for ease of movement and comfort in the saddle. The separation created by these openings also helped the jacket drape more gracefully over the sides of the rider’s hips.

Single Vent

A single jacket vent sits directly in the center back of the jacket hem. The single vent is often considered the ‘American style’ and is very common among the American workplace, particularly among baby boomers and older gents. It can also be found on more casual jackets given its simpler aesthetic.

A single vent can be the more comfortable choice for guys who aren’t used to dressing in attention-getting styles. Single vent jackets will also be more flattering for the larger man, or more specifically, the man with a little extra on the backside.

Dual Vent

The dual vent (or side vents) features twin openings that sit on each side of the jacket’s back hem.

Suits with dual vents give the wearer a more sophisticated and European flair in their style.

The dual vent is an ideal choice for the guy who wants to be seen as style-savvy. Body types, other than the one mentioned above, will find this style flattering.

Ventless Jacket

The vent-free jacket features an unbroken silhouette that is only ever appropriate with formalwear. Specifically, on the backs of a tuxedo jacket.