Suit Guide for Women
We are passionate about creating modern interpretations of classic suits for women. Honouring our tailoring heritage of over 120 years, we design timeless staples crafted to last. To help you achieve the perfect tailored fit, we've put together this guide with expert advice. Below, you can learn how to wear a suit and read about different fits and styles to create the perfect suit fit for any occasion. Read more about how to take care of your suit in our suit care guide.
Different Styles of Suits
Honouring classic tailoring principles, we draw from our design heritage to create contemporary tailored fashion pieces and offer a wide range of suits for women in diverse fits and styles. The suits are available in slim, regular and relaxed fits. Our jackets are made with comfort and style in mind and include either single-breasted or double-breasted designs. To add a personal detail, you can choose a lapel that defines the formality of your suit. Read more about the different types of suits and suit measurements below.
Find the perfect fit
We have a proud tailoring heritage dating back over a century. At Tiger of Sweden, we know it is not always easy to choose the right suit.
There are a variety of different suit styles, colours, and patterns to choose from. To help you on your suit journey, we have created an online guide to help you find your perfect fit.
Suit Fits
The most important details to consider are suit size and suit fit. At Tiger of Sweden, we categorise our suit fits into slim, regular and relaxed.
Tailoring has always been at the forefront of our brand; besides the fit of a suit, we suggest you should always consider your own measurements. You can always visit us at our Tiger of Sweden stores, where we take your measurements to help you find the perfect fit.
Slim Fit
We are renowned for our signature slim-fit suits, which create a modern, tailored silhouette embodying our commitment to elegance and impeccable tailoring. These suits typically feature soft shoulders, a narrow lapel (though this can vary based on style), a fitted chest, and a slim waist. The accompanying trousers boast a fitted silhouette with a narrow foot opening, fitted thigh and normal waist.
Mirja Suit
Our signature slim-fit suit.
- Slim-fit
- Hip length
- Notch lapel
- Single-button closure
- Double welt pockets at front
- Felt underneath collar
- Fully lined with stretch lining
Match with:
Crio Trousers
- Regular-fit
- Tapered leg in full length
- Mid waist
- Zip, hook and bar closure
- Single welt pockets at back
- Slanted pockets at sides
- Creases at front and back
Ylja Suit
Our everyday suit.
- Slim-fit
- Notched lapel
- Two-button closure
- Sharp, minimalist look
- Fully lined
Match with:
Noowa Trousers
- Slim-fit
- Mid-high waist
- Slanted pockets at the front and welt pockets at the back
Regular Fit
Our regular-fit suits offer a perfect balance of comfort and classic style. The jacket's regular waist allows for a more generous cut, while maintaining a sleek silhouette. The accompanying straight-fit trousers provide both comfort and a modern look, featuring a high-waisted design, more relaxed silhouette and a straight foot.
Narina Suit
Our signature regular-fit suit.
- Regular-fit
- Below hip length
- Notch lapel
- Single-button closure at front
- Kissing buttons at cuffs
- Front pockets with flaps
- Felt underneath collar
- Single vent at back
- Fully lined
Match with:
Marfa Trousers
- Slim-fit
- Mid-waist
- Straight leg
- Zip, hook and bar closure
- Slanted pockets at front
- Welt pockets at back
Suit Construction and Design Details
Suit Lapels
The three most popular lapels are the notch lapel, the peak lapel, and the shawl lapel/collar. The notch lapel is a V-shaped indentation and is the most classic and versatile design, which can be worn for various occasions. The tip of a peak lapel points upwards, adding a stylish detail to your suit. It is typically worn at semi-formal events. If you are looking for a suit to wear at a formal event, a peak lapel or shawl lapel are the most appropriate.
Breasted suits
Another essential detail to consider is the buttons of your suit since suit jackets are either single-breasted or double-breasted. Single-breasted jackets are the most familiar and can be styled with notch, peak and shawl lapels. If you want to opt for a more formal silhouette, a double-breasted suit is ideal. It is designed with a wider fabric overlap at the front and has two rows of buttons.
And remember, always leave the lower button of your suit jacket open.
Suit Size Guide
Suit size and the fit of your suit are the most important details, and you can choose between slim, semi-slim, and regular fit. However, great attention to detail is needed to compile your best suit look.
In general, make sure that both the jacket and the suit pants fit perfectly, draped closely to your body. For instance, the jacket should fall flat on your shoulder, and the jacket collar should rest against your shirt collar. The pants should fall directly onto your shoe.
Discover Tiger of Sweden's women's suits
Tiger of Sweden started its career in the fashion industry with men's suits, more than 120 years ago. Since the beginning, our focus has been to combine traditional tailoring with modern design. By constantly developing our collections, we create women's suits that meet today's needs while building on our heritage. Every detail, from material selection to fit, is carefully considered to provide a balanced combination of comfort, quality and style. We work to design classic and timeless suits that are made to last, both in quality and style. We put a lot of energy into creating clothes that stay fashionable for a long period and not just during short-term trends. For us, it is important that we use sustainable and high-quality materials with the goal of creating as little environmental impact as possible. At the same time, we create comfortable clothes that last overtime. We want you to see it as an investment to buy a suit at Tiger of Sweden.
Tiger of Sweden's wide range of suits
We know that everyone has different opinions when it comes to colors, materials and styles, so it's important to us at Tiger of Sweden that there is a suit that suits everyone. Our range of suits for women offers everything from double-breasted blazers to collarless models, and includes several different types of blazers along with a range of trousers that include everything from full-length and straight suit trousers to cropped and slim options. Discover more about different suit models and cuts with the help of the spring suit guide. Our collections offer suits in loose, straight and slim fits, with different models for pockets, buttons and linings. We offer suits for women in a variety of colors, including black, beige, navy blue, yellow and more. Our suits for women are made of high-quality materials such as linen, wool, wool blends, wool stretch and cotton blends. During the warmer seasons of the year such as spring and summer, our linen suits are perfect for keeping you cool. Here, our women's suits in lighter colors like beige and light blue are perfect for a summer wedding or other summer event. During autumn and winter, we recommend our men's suits in wool, to keep you warm. It gives you an elegant look without having to compromise on comfort. With a focus on tailoring, comfort and freedom of movement, our suits are designed to feel as good as they look. The choice of fit plays an important role in how the suit is experienced and used. A slim fit model gives a more modern and body-hugging expression, while regular fit offers a classic silhouette with extra freedom of movement. Regardless of which model you choose, our suits are designed to create an elegant whole that works for both formal and more casual occasions.
Suits for all occasions
At Tiger of Sweden, we want to create suits that are suitable for all possible occasions. Everything from more special occasions like weddings, parties, students and more, to more everyday occasions like work. We don't want you to have to compromise on style or comfort. We therefore carefully select the materials we use, so that you feel comfortable and stylish all day long. The materials we use are made to last season after season so that you don't have to buy new ones. We design the suits in timeless styles so that they stay relevant year after year. A well-fitting suit is one of the most versatile pieces in your wardrobe. By choosing the right shirt, shoes and accessories, the same suit can easily be adapted to the day's activities. This makes it possible to invest in garments that are used regularly and that continue to feel current regardless of the occasion or season.
How to style your suit
A suit is a versatile garment that can be styled and adapted to several different occasions. For formal occasions, the suit can be combined with a classic shirt and stylish shoes. This is perfect for weddings, graduations and other festive occasions. For a more relaxed look, a women's suit goes perfectly with a t-shirt or knitted sweater. By varying between different basic garments, you can easily create outfits for occasions throughout the year. By adding and varying between our stylish accessories, the same suit can be used several times on several different occasions during different seasons.
For the spring and summer season, a women's suit in linen or lighter colors can create a light and relaxed expression, while darker tones and wool materials are ideal for the colder months of the year. By combining the suit with different shirts, knitted garments and accessories, you can create a personal style that reflects both the occasion and your own taste. In this way, the suit becomes an obvious choice all year round.
Elegant and tailored suits for women
A suit from Tiger of Sweden is more than just a piece of clothing for a single day or a specific occasion. Thanks to our timeless design, high-quality materials and professional tailoring of our suits for women, it will become a natural part of your wardrobe for many years to come. No matter what occasion you plan to buy your suit for, Tiger of Sweden offers the perfect one for you. We offer women's suits for work, summer festivities, New Year's, student and more. We combine style with comfort and quality.
At Tiger of Sweden, we strive to create suits that are appreciated long after the first use. By combining timeless aesthetics with carefully selected materials, we offer garments that can be worn season after season without losing their relevance. When you invest in a suit from Tiger of Sweden, you invest in quality, craftsmanship and a style that lasts over time.