We shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but there is something about a man in a suit – an empowering appeal, which exudes confidence and charm.
Whether we like it or not, our clothing has become a means of communication which can somewhat determine our effect on others and the way we are perceived.
People choose their style according to the impression they would ideally like to give; to attract similarly-minded individuals.
Daniel Mortellaro and Angelo Salerno have always been aware of this, which is why they started their own mobile suit service in Melbourne more than 20 years ago.
Their eye for style and love of quality outfits helped them to make a name for themselves at the very beginning, while they were still visiting clients direct at their home or workplace.
They became specialists in suiting grooms up and finding the closest options to bespoke outfits for their successful business executive clientele.
As business grew and the brand stabilised, the demand became so great that they needed a warehouse.They opened the warehouse doors shortly afterwards to service everyone from one location as well as maintain the direct-to-customer concept for as long as they could.
Men’s Suit Warehouse specialises in pure wool suits, various wool blends and menswear accessories, focusing on practicality and versatility as well as affordability.
“We are not only servicing Melbourne’s business executive. Men’s Suit Warehouse also caters for grooms and wedding parties who are after dinner, formal and wedding suits,” the duo says.
“Due to our large buying power, Men’s Suit Warehouse is able to offer quality suits at more competitive prices, plus, our two stores are located at easy to get to locations in Richmond and Melbourne’s CBD.”
Men’s Suit Warehouse was established in 1995, and its team of dressers and experience salesmen now provides grooms and their groomsmen with a choice of more than 600 suits in Melbourne.
Variety is something they take pride in. Whatever your preference, from a range of 600 suits, the chances are high that Angelo and Daniel will have just the thing you need.
“Men’s Suit Warehouse has a range that caters for everyone’s taste and practical purpose,” Angelo tells Neos Kosmos.
“Wearing a suit everyday as a corporate requires a classic wardrobe with variations in tones and colours; pieces that are easy to mix and match that won’t go out of fashion in a few months or wear out fast.
“Whatever the occasion is, men who care about the impression they give don’t want to be seen wearing the same suit over and over again, not to mention something that makes us feel uncomfortable.”
Extensive research has proven that even before we open our mouth and start talking to people, we are being assessed and measured within the first three seconds of eye contact. Then we spend the next two minutes trying to verify our first impressions. Style influences our level of career advancement, the main reason for the existence of workplace dress codes. “Whether it’s an interview, a corporate meeting, or socialising at a bar, it doesn’t matter,” Angelo explains. “Reality is harsh but in most cases perception touches on reality, which is why what we wear is our first effort to communicate the nature of our personality to others.” It goes without saying that appearances are not everything; and that you have to actually perform well in order to succeed.
However, in this competitive world we live in, investing the proper resources into one’s personal presentation – i.e. clothing and grooming – will enhance your ability and chances.
At any given time, you may run into a potential client, a future employer, or even ‘the one’. Knowing that their initial impression will be based on how you look, you should always be dressed neatly and appropriately.
“You might prefer not to spend too much on something you will wear on special occasions, but you still want to look and feel good about yourself,” Angelo says.
“Our own perception of self changes according to the way we look. The better we feel about ourself, the more confident we are in our love life, social and work environment.
“Needless to say, the more confident a man is the more successful he becomes.”
A well-dressed man in a suit says he is working, he is making things happen, he knows what he wants.
“When you have one chance in life to make a serious decision, it’s not the time to take risks. Choose wisely and opt for experience and variety,” Daniel and Angelo agree.
“Our varied range of business, formal, dinner and wedding suits will surprise you. Contact us for an appointment and we’ll fit you and your groomsmen with the best choices.”
Men’s Suit Warehouse runs several specials throughout the year – keep up to date by following their page on Facebook – www.facebook.com/MensSuitWarehouse
There are two convenient locations in inner Melbourne:
– corner of Church and Victoria Streets, Abbotsford VIC 3067: (03) 9428-4151
– 235 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000: (03) 9670-24887
* For more information, head to www.menssuitwarehouse.com.au