Conceived in the sartorial revolution of the early 19th century, the suit has since become a fashion staple that, when right, oozes class while also masking things such as droopy shoulders, short legs ...

Paul Leaf is a lawyer being fitted for a custom-made suit that will cost him $1,000. He does this a few times a year. "Recently it's been every two months," he said. "My credit card bill has been ...