This will offer better value than any MTM service, by some margin. The fact is that I havent had the fortune to connect with any Neapolitan tailors like I have a couple in London, so I asked Suresh what they were comfortable with. John doesnt go on all the trips, but I wouldnt worry too much about that as long as hes there for one or two of the fittings. All chests are hand felled and lapels and collars are hand padded. When the auto-complete results are available, use the up and down arrows to review and Enter to select. Thanks and all the best, Michael. The result may be due to specifics in my case. If done as a sports coat, would you consider it too structured/formal to wear tieless? Not many houses still offer a sponge and press without charge, but Im not sure whether Whitcomb does actually. (And which?). LOVABLE BROGUE. Give him a try; I dont imagine your will regret it. thanks! I havent Im afraid apart from Luxire part of the problem is theres a lot of them so its hard to say anything comprehensive. So, the duo determined that theyd fulfill the role of giving clients good, honest guidance, before recruiting a team of Savile Row trained cutters and tailors, including John McCabe and Bob Bigg, highly experienced stalwarts of the Row with close to 120 years combined experience. They have outfitters (not tailors) who measure you, and their cutters/tailors are in Hong Kong. I will do something longer on his system though, so I can give as many details as possible. The shoulder fit looks (to me) the best of your suits on here. Congrats on the blog. A little drape like Henry Poole uses is fine, but not more. Much more Italian style, soft and more curved. The navy suit turned out lovely and is a comfortable business staple. I was able to travel to London to meet Sian for the basted fitting. Have been considering a Drakes MTM recently Simon, as a soft option. Thanks for your reply. And if the Italians with their inherent expressiveness dress brightly, boldly Read More, Mens accessories: the image of a man It is undeniable that the image consists of details. which is better in your opinion? The suit was very large in the shoulders, it had no shape in the body, but the first fitting is for the tailor, so I left it to her to do her job and I had lost some weight. I mentioned it as a collar gap to Zizolfi after the first one and we thought we had resolved it at the fitting but when I wore it a couple of times, I saw the same issue again. Just one point on pricing. Not really Im afraid Chris I havent had a chance to try it or look through the process in detail. The strange thing is that this occurs in three different suits from 2 different makers with 3 fittings each. Tim Everest offered a 10/11oz super 120 fabric for 1450+VAT with full canvas and extra trousers done in six weeks at a factory in Czech. Another question Simon. They are very different prices, qualities and styles. I really like the concept of this certainly a product with much more soul than your average MTM suit. She corrected my trousers and identified there was an issue straight away. They opened first in Brunswick Square, in 1806, originally specialising in military tailoring, with particular merit at the time of the Battle of Waterloo. Im all for casting a wider net but lets keep it in the round. Im going to order my first bespoke suit and I know your not supposed to wear it two days in a row and ideally once a week But then what do you wear for the rest of the week whilst your building your bespoke suit collection to the point you have 5 bespoke suits in rotation? So basically I will be sad 4 days a week for a while! Should the button and buttonhole align when the jacket is unbuttoned? We wanted clients to be able to fit garments quickly while travel is open. So, if youre intrigued to try an impeccable bespoke tailor with impressive ethical credentials, you know where to go. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Whitcomb + Shaftesbury UK Bespoke One Button Gray Blazer-No Pants-Fit 43 Short at the best online prices at eBay! Plus, get the exclusive Robb Report tote bag FREE. With a virtually unlimited choice of fabrics and style, there is no limitation except your imagination. Predominantly a Savile Row style or do they stray into Neapolitan construction as well? Insisting on something still identifiable as W & S, bearing Bob and Johns beautiful fingerprints but of much softer construction, I was reassured with confidence by Suresh. The workshop is a cooperative, so all the tailors own part of the company, and we guarantee full salaries for all our staff, rather than paying piece work. Whitcomb also pays for the education of all its employees children and the brothers have established an additional scheme that rehabilitates women who are either victims of trafficking or at high risk. Re your question from Anonymous above, Des had made me a couple of garments. Its not the end of the world, but it certainly bugs me to face an issue which I did not face with RTW- a collar gap. Whitcomb might have a slightly greater range in style than Sexton, but not much. My worry for a business like W&S is that theyre underselling themselves the price seems too much of a bargain. This is the process by which my suit was also made. Hi Jon, Whitcomb & Shaftesbury Bespoke 2 Button Sport Coat 48 S. Fabric is soft with a fur appearance. It sounds like you want something more structured. Dear Simon, Whitcomb & Shaftesbury offer two types of service: both cut and fitted in London, but one mostly made in India ('Classic Bespoke') the other made in London ('Savile Row Bespoke'). Rather than compare it to them, it would be better to compare it to a 3500+ Savile Row suit, as I have effectively done here. Great width and shape of the lapels with a nice roll, and well balanced gorge (dont you think the modern gorge placement is too high?). Touch device users can explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Kind Regards Have you read my post on the margins of bespoke generally? The width here is 3.75 inches. Maybe this blog will help change that. Buttonholes are sewn with silk thread by hand. Have a look at our Suit style series for other advice too, Sorry if im asking something youve already been asked, but are there any other comparable offerings in this price range/overseas production for a first foray in to bespoke, or are W&S out there on their own in this regard. Was this cloth amongst their offerings at their base price or was there a cost supplement? He was given the land by King Charles II in 1668 as a gift for his support of the Crown during the Civil War. Cheers. Thats really interesting to hear. Their classic, bespoke suits and coats will be accurately fitted to the exact measurements of your body. A.) Just focusing on the big-name tailors and dominant styles to start with. Our coats are fully handmade with floating canvases. and lovely to talk to. Im also based at Mortimer House, on the 6th floor. It looks a bit like Anderson & Sheppard and Dege & Skinner. I am fine with the amount of chest drape in their house style but would like to see slightly stronger shoulders and a bit more roping. I remember you recommending MTM for those building a trouser wardrobe, but im not sure if this company would follows ideal fit, considering they outsource their labor and the cutter is not in consultation with you. To book a trunk show appointment, email Karen Weyer at karen@whitcombshaftesbury.com. And in your opinion would a soft jacket from W&S be suitable to wear with relaxed chinos and jeans? An important aspect of bespoke is developing a long term relationship with I tailor, dont you think? 4,523 followers. To give some context, i am early 30s and now have the income to dabble with a few bespoke pieces; so far, this suit and spectacles from General Eyewear (selected based on reviews on your site, thanks!). No it would look good without a tie. Hey Justin. What is bespoke suit - Whitcom & Shaftesbury What is bespoke suit May 12, 2022 whitcombands 7:49 am Savile Row bespoke suit To commission a bespoke suit is the epitome of sartorial luxury. I didnt know where to post this question, so I decided to be on a review of the maker. Just what Im looking for. Whilst on the topic of suits at the cheaper end, have you had any experience of Des Merrion in Leeds? I guess this is relevant to the greatest number of people in the context of a bespoke suit, and it would great to know what are the key points that should be thought about (choice of cloth etc.). Very compelling offering, thanks for covering. Having said that moreso that the fit quality shines through. Today. The coatmaker, Bob, is also coming on trips that John isnt. No worries Ravi. And no, it wouldnt be vastly different from KH&L, More importantly, for that price range this is certainly the best value suit out there, and it sounds like one that would suit your style as well. Hi Sam Really pleased although I think there might be some mistake I dont have a fitting in a toile. As I showed back in 2016 when I had suits made in both, there is no quality difference between the two. Apr 11, 2018 - Whitcomb & Shaftesbury final suit - great value bespoke. I didnt think too much of G&W so am taking them out of the running. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Bespoke Cashmere Wool Safari Jacket Drakes London Style - 2500 In Blue (Large) at the best online prices at eBay! Interesting point. Thank you for your help and the great website. Interesting article. Simon, have you tried a MTM service such as MyTailor in the United States? Alex N. OK, good Alex. I wouldnt ask any non-Neapolitan tailor to do Neapolitan to be honest. Im a student , Look up Graham Browne and Whitcomb on this site. How do you find out whether a certain off row tailor is really good? And either no pattern of just a small one in the weave like Birdseye or pick and pick, or herringbone. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The blue suitseems to be a popular choice for people in sales professions at the moment. According to their website the price GBP 1360 is without VAT. Let me know what you think of these points, and whether this might be worth a full post at some point too. With this in mind, what difference (if any) would there be between a suit cut by a cutter who specialises in a particular house cut, and a cutter who deals with a wider range of styles? Im looking at getting a first sportsjacket for casual wear made but the justification of 1500 for one despite the longetivity is negative. If not Grahame Browne has changed his pricing? On first sight it looks horrendous: Tacky, cheap and overall so incredibly bad it almost feels like a parody or scam. What are your thoughts on Huntsman 100 (I think thats what its called right) anyway? Hi Simon. Location makes no difference to me, but if you want it you can pay 1,700 for the privilege. To commission a bespoke suit is the epitome of sartorial luxury. Now looking forward to first fitting in 6-7 weeks. I mean look how they photographed those models. Thanks Simon. In this article, Linus will be reviewing the final product of the trousers. One of the things you commonly say is not to change house style too much as there is a risk it might not turn out as expected, based on cutter experience, etc. Yes, Edward is more dramatic and youll find the drape style more comfortable during the day at work too. This is a proper Savile Row suit. Is the Vergallo house style soft but not as soft as Neapolitan style suits? I hesitate to say Whitcomb have done something wrong, as my experience and that of others has been so good, but that sounds like the most likely conclusion. And looking at her site, I have my fears she certainly seems to be a stylist rather than a cutter. HB, In some ways, yes, though the structure etc is different and the value itself even better too. Great thank you very much! Updated: Dec 14, 2021. I will give my jackets back to my W&S and Zizolfi for adjustment. 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