Suit hangers often combine the best features of the coat hanger with pants
hangers designed to keep pants hanging smoothly under the coat. The major
advantage to suit hangers: it is possible to keep both pieces together by using
a hanger set-up that respects the integrity of both coat and pants.
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Suit hangers are often made of combinations of wood and metal. The top consists
of a strong, sturdy coat hanger often with notched shoulders for seam loops,
under which is mounted a cylindrical wooden (or wood and metal) bar. Some bars
have two pieces, enabling the wearer to place the pants between the bars and
push the metal one forward to clasp the pants. While useful for traveling, these
dual-bar systems may cause pants to be removed with a crease that will
necessitate ironing before wearing.
Some suit hangers utilize the well-known clipping system where metal or plastic
clasps hold the waistband of pants or skirts while the top portion holds the
coat. The coat hanger must be designed to take into account the fact that
another garment will be placed underneath: the coat on the hanger should hang
securely yet freely, remaining untouched by the lower item of clothing. A suit
hanger should not rumple the coat by holding the pants too closely against it.
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