Over the holiday I went with my friend Antoine to get a Made-to-Measure suit from Brooks Brothers. The sales associate Bryon was very helpful and very friendly.
"Our Made-To-Measure offerings give customers a chance to be their own style makers. With our 'Markers' Made-to-Measure clothing, customers can choose from 1,5000 of the world's finest fabrics that have been specially hand selected by our team of experts, and have their own suit, sport coat and trousers precisely crafted and customized to their individual fit and style specifications." (source)
I'm no expert in men's tailoring and Bryon was very good about explaining to us the nuances of fitting a men's sport coat. Because Antoine is athletically built the upper half of this sport coat fit nicely but the lower half of the pattern is where the adjustments will have to be made.
There are soooo many suiting options!
This trip was suiting only, but Brooks also does custom shirting and ties.
Fabric offerings. The fabrics are were things can get pricey. The basics start at $1,000 but other options can get you up to $3,000. Bryon suggested a basic grey for Antoine's suit. A grey suit is a great foundation for a multitude of shirt, tie, and shoe options. From white to purple to yellow the grey suit will win!
There were many, many, measurements taken. I will admit I was a little jealous. I never get this much attention when shopping!
Lining options, the burgundy lining was my pick!
The final suit order.
It will be several weeks before the suit is completed, and more fittings may be needed but I can't wait to share the finished product!
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