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What is Modasuite? Plus picks for their Junglecents deal.

October 24, 2011 By Joe | Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more.

Modasuite & Junglecents – Spend $40 get $100 in credit

Modasuite is a hybrid.  They’re one of these members only type sites, appear to sometimes curate products from other brands, offer made to measure for a semi-reasonable cost, and decent discounts that happen to be timed.  They’re Gilt but they’re not Gilt.  They’re Indochino but they’re not Indochino.  They’re Bonobos… and you get the idea.

Or not.  Because honestly, it’s confusing.  Here’s the dirty version of how it works:

  1. You sign up by taking take a short quiz that’s supposed to help their stylists determine what you’re going to like and what you’re not going to like.  It includes pictures of outfits and a “would you wear it?” line of questioning.
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  2. You put in your measurements in case you want to order made-to-measure
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  3. Every two weeks these “stylists” put new items from Modasuite stock in a virtual closet at a discount.  For example, here’s what showed up for me, 24 hours after I filled out the quiz:

The eight items in my “closet” for two weeks, available at a Modasuite discount.

For the record, here were my reactions moving from left to right, top row first:  1. Nah  2. Nope.  3. No.  4. Yes, but L.L. Bean has them cheaper.  5. Nice looking suit, but still, no thanks.  6.  The sportcoat is tempting but the button stance might be a little high.  Plus, this is more up my alley.  7. Pass  8. Aren’t those the J. Shoes Mojave?  Which happen to be a regular non-phantom-sale price of $163 over at Endless?

Hm…  Don’t know about you guys, but I’m squinting.  Maybe it’s because I’m trying to find where the deal is here.

Regular price on many of their items will seem slightly inflated to many of us.  For example, a windowpane dress shirt will be $56 if it’s “in your closet,” yet it’s regularly $75 if these magical stylist elves haven’t picked that particular shirt for you this time around.  Tack on a $25 made to measure charge and you’re pushing $100.  Pretty sure we all know of one or two companies that can do better than that.
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Enter Junglecents

Yes, Junglecents.  The same folks that brought you a Bonobos deal that many took advantage of.  Their current offer is a spend $40 get $100 worth of credit at Modasuite.  Here’s two potential ways for you to to spend the deal if you do in fact decide to jump on it:
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Pocketsquare in Beige and Navy – $30.00 & Black & White Gingham Shirt – $70.00
Prague approved.

The pocket square is reminiscent of Ratio’s Ogden plaid.  Only instead of orange you get beige.  The shirt looks an awful lot like the all but sold out Calibrate Trim Fit dress shirt which has plenty of uses.  Unlike the Calibrate this one doesn’t come with neck and sleeve measurements.  Made to measure is an extra $25 so skip that.
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Flannel Scarf in Wine and Black – $45.00 & Light Grey Oxford Tie – $55.00
Now your neck is covered.

The scarf is a great way to bring some color to a dark and classic coat this winter.  The tie is cotton and a slim 2.5″ at it’s widest point.  That’s too slim for a lot of you guys, but a fine width for others.
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Total out-of-pocket  cost for each combo – $55.00 with the Junglecents offer

Wait, $55?  Indeed.  There’a a wild $15 flat shipping fee for all U.S. and Canadian orders.  Modasuite is based in Montreal.  So finally us Yanks here in the states get to feel a little of the shipping pain our friends North of the Border have to deal with.  $55 looks and feels much different than $40 (standard ATM trip anyone?) but for a shirt and pocket square, it might be worth it to some of you.  Also, those prices assume these items aren’t in your closet after signing up.  If they are they’ll actually cost less.  And if you’re none too thrilled with what ends up in your closet after the quiz, you can email Modasuite’s customer service team for some new items.

With the $40 for $100 jungelcents offer Modasuite can be a bargain.  But these deals are seen by many as a way for a retailer to get their foot in your door.  Then it’s up to them to convince you they’re worth your time even without a deal.  When it comes to that scenario, Modasuite looks like it has some work to do.

Are you interested in this deal?  Your thoughts on Modasuite in general?  Leave it all in the comments below…
UPDATE:  Meanwhile, in other deal news… there’s this.  More on that tomorrow and credit John M. for the tip.

Filed Under: Accessories, Clothing, Shoes Tagged With: gingham, how modasuite works, junglecents, modasuite, Pocket Square, Scarf, Shirt, Tie, what is modasuite

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Comments

  1. Ryan N. says

    October 24, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    I checked out the Wine & Red Scarf, and it said I could save on this item by “Joigning” here.

    Is that Canadian for “Joining?”

  2. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Meh.

  3. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    …and their beer sucks!

  4. Ryan E says

    October 24, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I’ve ordered MTM shirts from Modasuite before – very unimpressed.  The fit was ok, but the fabric quality left a lot to be desired, and the collars were overly flimsy and overly pointy.  Definitely not every close to being in the same league as Ratio’s shirts, yet costs just as much.  A definite pass.

  5. Quentin says

    October 24, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I have to say that I don’t agree. I’ve ordered a couple of times from them and I’m very satisfied. They have great customer service and the shirts were impeccable.

  6. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    I’ve had a recent experience with Modasuite that was less than spectacular. I ordered three made-to-measure dress shirts with a 50% off coupon in late August (mostly because I had the coupon, otherwise I’d have gone to Ratio), and was told that they would be on my doorstep in about three weeks, with a maximum of four weeks. Around two or three weeks into the process, my order status was still listed as “In Initial Processing”, which concerned me. After contacting them, I was told that it was a system hiccup and that my order was almost ready to be shipped. At five weeks, I contacted them again, and was told that my order was not showing up online because of a website upgrade (understandable) and that they had shipped my order but either the Canada Post or USPS had lost my order. I admit I was disgruntled, but it’s hard to blame them for a shipping error. I was told that a remake order had been put in the “priority lanes” and that I would have my shirts shipped in another two weeks. Two weeks later, I was contacted with the information that they had “dropped the ball” on my remake order. This, I thought, was a tad unacceptable. Dropped the ball? They offered me a free shirt in addition to those I had already ordered, but I have asked them to cancel my order and issue a refund. After almost two months, and after reading some reviews that questioned the quality of Modasuite’s fabric, I figured it wasn’t worth waiting for anymore. I had a perfect experience with Ratio Clothing, and I’d prefer to take my business there. 

  7. Mr. Wang says

    October 24, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    It’s true that Andrew’s experience seems pretty bad. But I guess it happens sometimes with online stores. I had similar experiences with other websites.

    On my side, after seeing GQ’s very good review of Modasuite, I ordered the Westmore Jacket and I couldn’t be happier. The shipping time was respected and the quality is exactly what I expected.
    I suggest people to try, it’s worth it!

  8. CharlesM says

    October 24, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    I know nothing of the quality, but those pictures are hardly inspiring. If they can’t get it right on their own models… the fit is faddish, Thom Browne like. Guaranteed to look dated within 10, probably 5, years.

  9. Guest says

    October 24, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    I was going to say the suit/sportscoat dont even look right on the models…

  10. Jessy Diamond says

    October 24, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    I had the same feeling too. I don’t know if it’s the model or if the fit is wrong.

  11. Richiejn says

    October 24, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    OMG..someone jump in on the Bonobos deals.

    Lets tip that baby!

  12. AnonymousJay says

    October 24, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Actually..i just tipped it (the San Diego deal…)

  13. Joe says

    October 24, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    http://www.groupon.com/san-diego/  More time left to buy on the Kansas deal, but in case anyone is looking…

  14. AB says

    October 24, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    What I thought was pretty cool is that on their site it says that they’ll cover any additional alterations needed up to $60

  15. Anonymous says

    October 24, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I signed up. I guess I’m confused by the personalizing. Not sure what they mean by “dynamic” and “chic.” Am almost always stuck between a medium and a small, but I’m still forced to choose between them on a made-to-measure site. 

  16. Anonymous says

    October 25, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    After my poor Indochino experience, I thought I’d give Modasuite a try with the 50% coupon a while back.  I ordered a suit and some custom shirts.  They emailed me, suggesting they hold off on the shirts until after I verify my measurements work on the suit.  I thought it was a good idea and appreciated the suggestion.

    The suit eventually came (way past the 4-week mark).  The material and workmanship were nice for the money.  The shoulders fit spot on, which has always been problematic for me.  The sleeves were too long and too wide.  I emailed asking for a remake and instead of sending in new measurements, they asked that I send in some photos of me wearing the suit.  I’ve adjusted my expectations for the timeframe and am being patient.  But so far, I like their customer service and what I’ve seen of their product.

  17. omnomnom says

    December 27, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    true some of the selection chosen for you weren’t as exciting as possible, but the selling point for modasuite is its quality and fit for its MTM shirts. The tailoring is amazing and the service is stellar. So rather than criticize the whole site from a few pictures, maybe its worth trying out to see how it works out.

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