To toast the lead up to December 25 and help you stack up the presents under the tree we’re throwing our biggest giveaway yet. For the 12 days leading up to Christmas our own panel of (stylish) Wise Men are offering a different tailoring tip each day, coupled with a relevant giveaway. From a custom, tailored suit to a pair of our famous custom chinos, our 12 Days of Christmas competition is our way of saying thanks to our many loyal customers and fans for another epic year. Keep your eyes peeled on our Instagram to join in the festivities (and claim your share of the Christmas goodies).

How to enter

1. Follow @InStitchu on Instagram

2. Keep an eye out for our 12 Days Of Christmas post each day from 13-24 December

3. Tag a friend and tell us why you need the item in your life in the comments

DAY 1 | Friday 13th December

The Navy Blazer* - Win a Navy Blazer valued at up to $499. Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life.

Never rue the blue: a classic two-button navy blazer in high quality wool is the most versatile garment you’ll ever own. Opt for casual details like patch pocket and light horn buttons, as well as an all-purposes standard notch lapel, and you’ll have a jacket you can wear to work, weddings or play, matching equally well with tailored wool trousers, chinos or denim.

DAY 2 | Saturday 14th December

The Necktie - Win 2 x ties of your selection. Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life.

Schoolboy style: a classic schoolboy knot, also known as a four-in-hand knot, is the most versatile way to tie your tie. It works with just about any style of shirt or collar, and it’s suitable for pretty much any workplace or occasion. Trust us, and go back to school, at least in the sartorial sense.

DAY 3 | Sunday 15th December

Collars and Cuffs - Win a free business shirt to your specification and design. Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We are giving away 2 business shirts to two different lucky individuals.

Collars and cuffs: the subtle details on your shirt, from the style of collar to the style of cuff, can and should become a consistent part of your personal brand. Figure out your preference, as well as what works with your style and body type (different collars accentuate different face types), and start to build a wardrobe that is entirely your own.

DAY 4 | Monday 16th December

Tailored Solution - Win a free pair of chinos to your specification and design. Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life.

Tailored solution: the key to amazing chinos is in finding the perfect fit. Perfect length (whether that’s at your shoe, or just about, to make loafers without socks a simple move) and waist size (so you don’t need a belt unless you want one) is the difference between looking sophisticated and sloppy.

DAY 5 | Tuesday 17th December

Winnin’ in linen:- We're giving away 2 linen or linen blend shirts to 2 lucky winners. Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life.

Winnin’ in linen: a good selection of breathable summer-ready linen shirts is the perfect way to dress for hot weather and execute super smart casual style. And if you’re planning to wear them untucked, with denim, chinos or shorts, you can request this with our stylists to ensure they finish a little higher (that extra fabric on your work shirt is to make sure it stays tucked in!).

DAY 6 | Wednesday 18th December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need a pair of wool pants in your life. Wool warrior: a pair of lightweight wool trousers in a textured navy or grey is an affordable way to inject variety and options in to your closet. Pair with your favourite jacket (also in wool, but a different colour) and execute a stylish riff on suiting separates.

DAY 7 | Thursday 19th December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We're giving away 2 oxford shirts to your specification!

Oxford classic: a button down Oxford shirt with a breast pocket is one of the most versatile garments you’ll own, pairing as well with a wool suit as it does with chino shorts. Start with a classic white colour and then add some colour to make that summer tan pop (we’re particularly fond of pink and baby blue).

DAY 8 | Friday 20th December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We're giving away 2 pairs of cufflinks of your choice!

Missing link: having a few pairs of cufflinks on hand is a gentlemanly necessity. We suggest selecting options in different styles/colours from across the formality spectrum, so that you always have something to match to your outfit or your wedding (those novelty cufflinks won’t do for a black tie event, after all).

DAY 9 | Saturday 21st December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We're giving away 5 pocketsquares of your choice!

Square up: invest in a range of pocket-squares crafted from different fabrics (and colours/patterns) and you’ll always have that finishing touch handy. While silk is ideal for wool suits and work, options in more textured linen/cotton are perfect for more casual summery outfits. And don’t forget a plain white square in cotton or silk for black tie dos.

DAY 10 | Sunday 22nd December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We're giving away a tux shirt of your choice!

Tux time: you never need a tux shirt until you do, and by then it’s too late. Rather than trying to dress up your ordinary white work shirt, design a high quality tuxedo specialist shirt in your preferred style and you’ll be the man of the moment at your next formal event.

DAY 11 | Monday 23rd December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We're giving away a pair of linen pants to your specs!

Chilled down: design a pair of quality breathable linen trousers in a versatile colour, like cream or navy, to help channel some Amalfi/Riviera style for Summer. Double down on sophisticated details like side tabs and cuffed hems to further your super smart smart casual credentials. Make sure you're following us and tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life for a chance to win a pair of linen pants!

DAY 12 | Tuesday 24th December

Head to our Instagram, tag a mate and tell us why you need this in your life. We're giving away a 2 piece navy Royston suit!

Captain classic: when it comes to tailoring, it’s essential to tick the basic boxes first, and there’s nothing more essential to your wardrobe than a navy suit crafted from high quality Australian Merino wool. Stick with timeless details like a notch lapel, dark buttons and a darker shade of navy and you’ll never have to stress about what to wear again; it’ll serve you well for weddings, work and play for the next decade.

*T&C's Apply

You must be following InStitchu on Instagram and Facebook to be eligible to for the prize. You must tag a mate and comment why you need this item in your life. Winners will be notified via Instagram DM the following business day by COB. Winners are selected from 18-20 York Street Sydney. You will have 24 hours to respond to redeem your prize, after which if you have not responded, a new winner will be selected.

Day 1: Navy blazer is up to $499 RRP from our core range. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 2: Neckties are of the winners selection. The winner will need to advise which 2 neckties they would like and will be posted to them.

Day 3: Shirts up to the value of $129. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 4: Chinos valued at up to $200. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 5: Linen shirts are valued at up to $149 each. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 6: Wool pants are valued up to the $200. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 7: Oxford Shirt valued at up to $129. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 8: Cufflinks can be chosen by the customer. Please email contact@institchu.com with your name, instagram handle and which cufflinks you would like.

Day 9: Pocketsquare can be chosen by the customer. Please email contact@institchu.com with your name, instagram handle and which pocketsquare you would like.

Day 10: Tux shirt valued up to $149. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 11: Linen pants valued at up to $266. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.

Day 12: Suit valued at up to $599. Some customisation options will incur a fee. Not in conjunction with any other offer.