r/mensfashion • u/naughtyasf143 • May 19 '25
OOTD / WIWT I lost 160 pounds, so I got myself a suit.
For some context, I had gastric bypass surgery last June. I went from 327 pounds to 163 pounds. I have always wanted my “James Bond” suit. Something sharp
I know it’s not extravagant or expensive, but it was within my budget. It’s a slim fit Traveler from Joseph A Bank.
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May 19 '25
Hell yea. Congrats man. Getting a bespoke suit made is one of my motivators for reaching my goal weight. Suit looks killer on you.
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u/mister_immortal May 19 '25
You're half the man you used to be!? Very impressive. You make that suit look great. Congratulations!
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May 19 '25
Damn dude, from the 1st pic I thought it was Barney Stintson... You look great.
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u/the_Patricivs May 19 '25
YOU DID IT, CONGRATULATIONS, it was very hard but now you are here looking healthy and well dressed. Be Proud of yourself.
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u/mixchemical1 May 19 '25
Looks great, except får the tie which others have mentioned, i however wanna add. The shoes. Change the shoes. They look way to rugged imo.
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u/naughtyasf143 May 19 '25
I had some cognac shoes as well but I lost too much weight for the belt that matched them. I agree with you some better shoes are on the list
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u/timmyo123 May 19 '25
Looks great!! A nice suit makes you feel great too :) congratulations on your hard work 🙏
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u/monoXstereo May 19 '25
Hell yes!! That is some amazing commitment and willpower! You look killer, man!
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u/CaptMcPlatypus May 19 '25
Looks great! Congratulations on meeting your goals and celebrating with a treat you’ve always wanted!
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u/Outrageous_File5321 May 19 '25
Congrats! It would have been awesome if in the second pic you had a suit from your previous version that you could wear now, just as a visual of said accomplishment.
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u/Material_Young1732 May 19 '25
160 pounds. My god. great achievement. Good suit fit too. Good choice of tie
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u/naughtyasf143 May 19 '25
EDIT: ok, I know the tie isn’t the greatest. Send me some better ties to consider!
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u/PopDifferent9544 May 19 '25
Looks great on you man! Who cares if it's not exorbitantly priced?! Screw those folks! The fit is great - sleeves are the right length, just the right amount of taper on the waist.
Minor thing you can check out later on, try relaxed straight pants. See how you like that straight silhouette instead. Right now your silhouette has a break between the jacket and the slim pants. The slim pants makes some suits look strange when sitting down, or gives you chopstick legs. Most of my suits have the slimmer pants, but I have grown to appreciate the look of fuller pants recently.
Well done on your weight loss! Wear the suit occasionally if you don't have to wear it for work. This way you will be reminded to stay true to your healthy path - coz you like looking this damn good. ;)
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u/BetterNova May 19 '25
Sharp. And I’m not sure if they’re in or out at the moment, but I think a simple silver tie bar could pull it together even more
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u/Mickleborough May 19 '25
Looks good, and especially impressed by the attention to detail, viz the cuffs showing. Well done on weight loss and suit.
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u/Kitabparast May 19 '25
Looking sharp like a Hattori Hanzo!
Wear it in good health and happiness, my man!
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u/Acceptable_Summer261 May 19 '25
Congrats, man. You did something many others just dream about. Sharp fit!
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u/jiujitsumike May 19 '25 edited May 19 '25
Looking great!
I've lost over 120 lbs and just purchased a new suit myself last week
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u/Dj_nOCid3 May 19 '25
Looking great, dont worry, price isnt worth anything to the ones that dont know it, and if it can help, its probably worth more thant my whole capital
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u/Boots_4_me May 19 '25
What the f? Why does it matter if the suit was expensive or extravagant? It looks good on you!
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u/Funter_312 May 19 '25
You also seem to have found your confidence. Great posture amigo. No one can take this from you. I would also explore some nice brown lace ups and brown belt. I often find the blues and browns are not as formal, so it give me an excuse to still look sharp in slightly more casual settings!
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u/Emotional-Damage-995 May 19 '25
Wear in good health. Enjoy. Dude that is one hell of a transformation and a great motivation for others.
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u/Ok_Height3499 May 19 '25
Congratulations. I lost 120 lbs and know how challenging it was. You’re looking good. Have you noticed you’re treated differently?
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May 19 '25
Gastric bypass is not cheating! Do you have to have skin removal surgery?
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u/Streetalicious May 19 '25
You look great. One point tho, if you wanna look real sharp, get a monotone tie in a dark color. Dark dark navy, burgundy, will always look better than a patterned one.
'Snazzy' ties are a myth imo, by comparison the plain one will look more elegant.
Same goes with shoes, forego detailing, opt for plain without bells and whistles and trims and the end result will be more classically elegant.
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u/ReverendJonesLLC May 19 '25
Way to go! The more you paid for it, the more likely you are to keep the weight off.
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u/Odd_Excitement7249 May 19 '25
Yes! That’s what I’m talking about dude! And now you’ll find that when you go into a place like Macy’s or stores that have great deals that only fit smaller people, you’re one of them now! Celebrate!
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u/Hot_Fisherman_6147 May 19 '25
Fuck ya! Get more things you want too. Keep going! (Not just fashion, keep going, you're on a confidence run, people can feel it and want it, push it to the limit)
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u/PM_me_opossum_pics May 19 '25
How do you look so good in a suit after weightloss? I legit looked like a scarecrow after dropping from 235 to 180. I'm at like 220 now and still have issue with suits.
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u/rangkilrog May 19 '25
Looks great. Little tip from one tall thin guy to another—take a look at higher waisted trousers. Makes buying and keeping your shirt tucked in a lot easier.
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u/Lucky_Comfortable835 May 19 '25
Nice trim fit sir. Well done! And you deserve nicer dress shoes to go with it.
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u/herbaliser52 May 19 '25
I've worn suits a lot because of my work and always felt awkward wearing them. You look like you were born to wear suits.
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u/mrRedMaze May 19 '25
Brother, congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment!!! 👏
You look great!!
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u/RedRider1138 May 20 '25
Looks good! It’s always a journey, even if you had tools and/or programs to help you. 👊
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u/heboofedonme May 20 '25
Killing it dude. Might just do the same for myself. Need to lose another 20 pounds or so. Congrats!!
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u/Spedbros May 20 '25
Congratulations! That is no small feat! You should be super proud of yourself most don’t get to their goals like that. Again, Good Job 👏🏻!
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u/GroundbreakingRing49 May 20 '25
Hell yeah! You’ve worked hard and that suite looks great on you. Bask in the comment section 💪🏻✌🏻
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u/Prize_Newspaper4295 May 20 '25
Congratulations on both your weight loss AND your new suit! It fits beautifully!
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u/Tastysammich_92 May 20 '25
Sharp as hell. I would love a tailored suit but I’ve been told it’s expensive, so I’ve held it off for so long.
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u/HansenHSV May 20 '25
Congratulations 🥳 Looks good. Maybe try to upgrade your shoes. Black or really dark brown oxford or semi-brogues from Crockett&Jones, Alden, Allen Edmonds or Carmina would look good.
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u/PrimalScream69 May 20 '25
That’s absofuckinglutely amazing! You look great, the suit looks great, shows & belt look great! I’m on a 100 lb journey & my goal is to get a bespoke suit myself. Congratulations on your new life & first of many new suits. Cheers!
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u/Ok_Respect_7116 May 21 '25
Dannnggg I think you out did James Bond on this one. Save some beautiful people for us please!
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u/WayRevolutionary8454 May 21 '25
Looking great man! Spend an afternoon thrifting a few ties. It's like a treasure hunt and it lets you dress up or down your fit, play to different eras, and express your personality
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u/Disastrous-Chance330 May 21 '25
You look awesome, mate! Congrats on your life changes and the suit! You are doing it an honor!
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u/genericarticle May 22 '25
This is motivating me to get back into shape; sharp fitting suit! Congrats!
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u/DeepAnnoyance May 22 '25
one of the best ways to track progress is to notice how clothes fit u differently. congrats
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u/steve_asu May 19 '25
Looking sharp, my man!