by Igor Srzic-Cartledge | Bespoke Suit Tailors
When you’re weighing up a made to measure vs bespoke suit, it all comes down to one thing: the pattern. It’s the absolute foundation of the garment. Made-to-measure tailoring takes a pre-existing, standard pattern and alters it to your measurements....
by Igor Srzic-Cartledge | Bespoke Suit Tailors
Key Takeaways Bespoke is the highest tier of tailoring, involving a unique paper pattern created only for you, extensive hand-sewing, multiple fittings, and complete design flexibility. It is an investment in artistry. Made-to-Measure (MTM) uses a pre-existing house...
by Igor Srzic-Cartledge | Bespoke Suit Tailors
Key Takeaways Investment, Not Expense: The true calculation of worth moves beyond the price tag to focus on Cost-Per-Wear (CPW) and the intangible return on reputation and self-confidence. The Fit is Anatomical: Bespoke tailoring offers an anatomical upgrade,...
by Igor Srzic-Cartledge | 3 Piece Suit, Bespoke Suit Tailors
Key Takeaways The Chest and Shoulder Rule: The jacket’s fit across the shoulders and chest is the absolute foundation. Get this wrong, and the entire garment fails to project authority. The Waistcoat’s Mandate: The waistcoat must eliminate the “shirt triangle.” Its...
by Igor Srzic-Cartledge | Bespoke Suit Tailors
Key Takeaways Proximity is Secondary to Provenance: A truly magnificent suit is not defined by the nearest location, but by the skill, heritage, and expertise of the tailor who cuts it. The investment is in the craftsman, not the commute. Bespoke is a Partnership: The...
by Igor Srzic-Cartledge | Bespoke Suit Tailors
The word ‘bespoke’ is one of the most romantic and frequently misused terms in modern luxury and craftsmanship. In a world demanding instant gratification and easy choices, the authentic practice of true bespoke tailoring—a process defined by...
