Berks Blog

From Backyard BBQs to Date Night: The 5 Essential Pieces for Your Summer Wardrobe
Summer in Western Pennsylvania is a bit of a balancing act. One minute you’re standing over a grill in Irwin, dodging humidity and burger grease, and the next, you’re headed... Read more...
The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide: Quality Pieces He’ll Actually Use
Let’s be honest: most Father’s Day gifts end up at the bottom of a drawer or gathering dust on a shelf. We’ve all been there: buying a "World’s Best Dad"... Read more...
Purchase or Rent? How to Decide if You Should Buy Your Next Tuxedo
So, you’ve got a big date on the calendar. Maybe it’s a wedding, a high-end gala, or a milestone anniversary. You know the dress code calls for a tuxedo, and... Read more...
What to Wear to a Spring Wedding in Pittsburgh: A Simple Guide for Guys
Spring in Pittsburgh is a bit of a wildcard. One Saturday you’re enjoying a crisp, sunny afternoon at a venue in the Laurel Highlands, and the next, you’re dodging raindrops... Read more...
Are You Making These Common Fit Mistakes? The Big and Tall Guide to Finding the Perfect Tuxedo in Pittsburgh
Let’s be honest: for most guys, shopping for a tuxedo ranks right up there with getting a root canal or sitting in traffic on the Parkway East. If you fall... Read more...
The Simple Trick to a Perfect Look: Why Pre-Folded Pocket Squares are a Wedding Game-Changer
If you’ve ever stood in front of a mirror five minutes before a wedding ceremony, sweating through your dress shirt while trying to follow a 10-step YouTube tutorial on how... Read more...
Custom Made-to-Measure vs. Off-the-Rack: Which Suit Is Right for You?
Buying a suit is a milestone. Whether it’s for your wedding day, a high-stakes job interview, or simply because you want to level up your professional wardrobe, the decision usually... Read more...
The Only Pants You’ll Ever Need: Why the Rhone Commuter Collection Is a Game Changer
If you’ve spent any time at Berk’s Menswear lately, you know we’re all about the perfect balance between looking sharp and feeling comfortable. Since my family started this business way... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Cocktail Attire for Men: Everything You Need to Succeed
If you’ve recently opened a wedding invitation or an RSVP for a charity gala, there’s a good chance you saw those two words that cause a surprising amount of stress:... Read more...
Modern Fit vs. Slim Fit: Which Is Better for Your Body Type? (The Berk’s Guide to the Perfect Look)
If you’ve walked into a menswear shop lately: or even just scrolled through our online collection of suits and sport coats: you’ve probably noticed that things aren’t as simple as... Read more...
Why an On-Site Tailor Makes Berk’s Your Secret Weapon for the Perfect Suit
Finding a suit that looks good on a mannequin is easy. Finding a suit that looks like it was made specifically for you? That’s where things usually get complicated. Most... Read more...
Tuxedo Colors 2026: What Pittsburgh Grooms Are Actually Choosing (Hint: It's Not All Black)
Walk into any wedding at the Omni William Penn or Phipps Conservatory this year, and you'll notice something different about the grooms. Black tuxedos are still around: they'll never go... Read more...
Tuxedo Rental Timeline: How Far in Advance Do You REALLY Need to Book? (Wedding Season 2026)
You've got a wedding invitation. Date's set, venue is booked, and now comes the question every groom (and groomsman) eventually asks: When do I actually need to book this tuxedo?... Read more...
Cocktail Attire for Men: 7 Mistakes Pittsburgh Guys Make (And How to Nail It)
You got the invite. Wedding at Phipps Conservatory. Corporate event at Heinz Hall. Holiday party at the Omni William Penn. And there it is at the bottom: Cocktail Attire. If... Read more...
Tuxedo Rental vs. Buying: 5 Times You're Actually Better Off Owning the Look
Here's something most guys don't realize until it's too late: renting a tuxedo isn't always the budget-friendly choice. Sure, dropping $150 for a one-night rental seems reasonable when your college... Read more...
Tuxedo Rental North Huntington PA: 7 Mistakes Grooms Make (And How Berk's Helps You Skip Them)
Planning a wedding is overwhelming enough without adding tuxedo stress to the mix. Between coordinating groomsmen, managing timelines, and making sure everyone looks sharp on the big day, it's easy... Read more...