frequently asked questions.

before you meet with your clothier

It’s important to get to a stable body shape before ordering. If you plan on going through any major body transformations, wait until you reach a stable weight that you are happy with before investing in custom clothing (and make sure it's a weight you can maintain).

FABRIC COMES FIRST

There are a thousand ways to sew a suit, but the garment is ultimately only as good as its raw ingredients. Fabric selection is the most important decision you will make when designing your new custom suit. Not only does it determine how your suit will look and feel, but also how it will perform and last over time. Avoid anything with a synthetic blend. To start, look for a 100% worsted wool in a "super 110s-120s" thread count for the best combination of luxury and durability.

Start with the basics

Think of your first visit with a Clothier as the first step in building your new wardrobe. Start with versatile basics and slowly build out to seasonal fabrics with more personality. You can wear a solid blue or grey suit to the office three times a week and nobody will notice, but your co-workers will call you out if they keep seeing those purple pinstripes.

What not to do

Don’t factor in the suits you already have in your closet unless you love them and they fit very well. Chances are you will stop wearing your off-the-rack suits after going custom.

However, if you already have a strong base and are looking for something specific, don't be afraid to bring a picture as inspiration or reference to show your Clothier.

REMEMBER

Don’t be a wrinkle-chaser. The suit is designed to look pristine on a still, standing body. As you start moving all bets are off and the suit will crease and wrinkle. It's fabric, not magic.

What to expect

The custom suit process begins by having measurements taken of your body and deciding how you want your garments to fit. Each garment is created specifically to these body measurements taken by an expert tailor.

A custom suit is typically fully canvassed. The canvas lining allows the suit fabric to drape naturally from the body. The result is a clean and well put-together suit.