Thanks everyone!! ... some good inspiration and food for thought.
Probably the idea that attracts me the most is using the suits to make totes and purses. Re-using the different parts "as is" is intriguing for design effect. Could be a fun twist to include, for the look as well as functional purpose.
Also, I can see pillows/cushions being made with the recognizable parts too.
Some extra links that I found, that some of you may be interested in .......
https://taunieverett.com/old-suit-new-bag-a-tutorial/
https://www.instructables.com/Suit-Clutch/
https://weallsew.com/how-to-upcycle-...into-a-pillow/
https://www.asg.org/suitability-repurposing-suits/
Unfortunately the suits that I have are very plain and dark. Oh how I'd love to have some more colourful or checked ones to work with in these projects. That'd be so much more enticing. I don't think I'll be rushing into this project ... but one never knows!
And of course, if you have more info and/or links to add ... please do!
Thanks again!