August 23, 2018 + Custom Clothing, Menswear
Your Guide to Cotton
Now that you’re educated on the types of fabrics available for custom shirts, we wanted to take a deeper dive into the most common choice for dress shirts: cotton. Haven’t read our previous blog post yet? Read it first, here. Cotton is a natural fiber that grows from cotton plants. It can be knitted or woven, and is sometimes mixed with other types of… Read More
August 16, 2018 + Custom Clothing, Menswear
Your Guide to Shirting Fabrics
If you walk into any custom shirt clothier, chances are they are bound to have hundreds of fabric options for you to choose from. Where should you begin, and how do you decide which kind of fabric to ultimately use? Though most tailors should educate you throughout the process to help determine which one is best for your wardrobe needs, we’ve created a brief… Read More
May 10, 2018 + Custom Clothing, Menswear, womenswear
Know Your Patterns!
When you go in to get a custom suit or garment made, having a good idea of what you’re looking for will aid in the process. Our tailors can pre-select swatches that best fit your needs and have it prepared for your appointment. Fabric options are nearly endless, so knowing what you want ahead of time is highly recommended. We are happy to offer… Read More
May 9, 2018 + Custom Clothing, Menswear, Tailoring
How do I know which fabric to pick?
If you have ever gone to buy a suit (custom or not) you’ve probably noticed the words “Super ___” located somewhere on the fabric label. What exactly does this mean? Wool is measured in microns, and categorized via a grading system. The term “Super” in front of the number is actually just for show/marketing purposes. The number is what you really want to… Read More