Suit Hangers
It is common knowledge that clothes hangers are used to organize clothes in closets. However, not many people pay attention to the type of hangers they are using. The material and quality of the hangers used in the long run could cause damages to your clothes, if not selected carefully. In addition to this, different models of hangers are required for different types of garments.
The Suit Hanger
Suits are expensive. If the right type of hanger is not used for suits, it could cause dimpling or loss of shape of jackets. Creasing of pants is another major issue with bad quality hangers. Acrylic or wire hangers could also cause damage to the fabric, making it unfit for future use.
A suit hanger needs to be designed keeping all these factors in mind. Using the appropriate hangers can make sure your suits are safely stored in your closet for a long time.
Features of a Suit Hanger
Let’s take a look at some important features that are essential to suit hangers.
- The material of which the hanger is made must be sturdy. Wood is the most preferred material, and some people even use hangers made of hardwood. However, these hangers may not always be affordable. Even if you go for plastic or acrylic, choose good quality, thick and sturdy ones, rather than thin, flimsy ones. The hanger must be able to carry the weight of the suit.
- There has to be a good provision within the hanger for the trouser. The lower rung could be extended a bit, so that pants can be conveniently hung. This bar for the pants can be made of velvet, felt or foam, which would prevent creasing of the fabric. Clips with soft and rounded edges may be provided to hold the pant in place.
- The shoulders of the suit hanger need to be designed keeping in mind the shape of a suit jacket. Suits that are used rarely would be on the hanger for several months at a time. The contour needs to fit the suit perfectly, mimicking a person’s natural shoulder profile, so that the shape of the suit does not alter. The ends of the shoulders may be done in velvet, giving proper padding to the suit. A large shoulder flare at the end would also allow suits to maintain shape.
- The hook at the top of the hanger needs to be attached very firmly, preferably with the help of a washer, so that it never unscrews. This would increase the longevity of use of the hanger.
Purchasing a Suit Hanger
Most high-end stores that sell suits would have appropriate hangers to go along. If you are getting your suit tailor made, you can find a lot of stores that provide custom made or luxury hangers for suits. The more expensive the fabric of your suit is, the more you want to spend on the hanger. Websites that sell specialized suit hangers carry a lot of varieties too.
