First Made to Measure suit in New York

Hello, I was hoping I could get a bit of advice. I'm in the market for my first "nice" pair of suits for my new job - I'm thinking MTM, I just don't know enough about suits or what I like at this stage to go bespoke. I'm a short (5'6") stocky weightlifter - my shoulders tend to be too broad for my frame when I wear off the rack - and I guess my tastes would run on the conservative side (two button, etc.) since I don't know any better at this point. I'm looking for a navy and a charcoal, just something off of which to build a wardrobe. 1K per suit would be my rough limit, though it's negotiable; I'd like something that I would be happy to wear for a long time so I'd go higher for quality. I'm in New York City area. Some names I've heard thrown around are: -Imparali -Michael Andrews -Brooks Brothers In particular, I saw Imparali has package deals that seemed like they'd be worthwhile. Any input would be great, and I'm happy to trade advice on hand and shoulder injuries in return.

Paul Stuart is another MTM option in New York, though they may be somewhat beyond your budget I suspect.

Originally Posted by TheWraith

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Paul Stuart is another MTM option in New York, though they may be somewhat beyond your budget I suspect.

Probably.

I've also seen the name Mr. Ned thrown around as well.

I suspect any of the four will be a big jump forward for me, so I'm not too picky.

I am looking as well (NYC-LI area) but thinking from all the horror stories I read on here for both shirts and suits (15-17 years ago I had 2 MTM suits made--and the fit was off on both)

do not mean to scare you away--g luck

After looking at Brooks bros on LI (had very little off peg suits left) I am going to J Press in NYC before a play Saturday but after calling and talking to a salesperson about the suit i wanted realize that i too (As a weightlifter) have to stick to separates--don't see what I want I too may go to MTM to fill up my closet when I start a new job.

48 Long jacket 37-38 pant..... Hope the separates there are as nice as the suits

think they do MTM suits too they have a 25-40% discount on most suits no clus about there MTM business.

I have to restock on suits --first a another interview suit, than when I get the job restock

G luck!

Originally Posted by tim_horton

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Originally Posted by TheWraith

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Paul Stuart is another MTM option in New York, though they may be somewhat beyond your budget I suspect.

Probably.



Definitely.

Originally Posted by gherrmann

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Definitely.
Out of curiosity, how much are MTM suits from there? (Paul Stuart, that is.) And do you feel it's worth it? ... It's funny, I'm a surgeon and in my field we always counsel people against taking online advice since it's so subjective. Still, if you don't know anything, any information is good information. Now the shoe is on the other foot, and I'm suddenly more sympathetic to patients who come in with printouts for web sites...

isn't martin greenfield based in ny?

edit: oh, wait- you're looking for mtm. carry on.

Originally Posted by tim_horton

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Out of curiosity, how much are MTM suits from there? (Paul Stuart, that is.) And do you feel it's worth it? ... It's funny, I'm a surgeon and in my field we always counsel people against taking online advice since it's so subjective. Still, if you don't know anything, any information is good information. Now the shoe is on the other foot, and I'm suddenly more sympathetic to patients who come in with printouts for web sites...
Couldn't disagree with this statement more. If you don't know anything, information can not only be bad but also dangerous. (Not really dangerous in the style context but with medical, legal, etc. information it certainly can be).

I vote Mr. Ned by the way. I have been doing a lot of research myself and that is the route I plan on taking. Best of luck and keep us informed on what you decide.

Originally Posted by tim_horton

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Out of curiosity, how much are MTM suits from there? (Paul Stuart, that is.)


I'm not sure exactly, but my recollection is that the MTM program is run through Samuelsohn, and PS typically charges in the neighborhood of 1300 to 2200 for their Samuelsohn-made RTW line (depending on cloth and other factors). I think the MTM program involves at least several hundred dollars (or more) worth of upcharges over their RTW pricing for comparable goods. Also, some of the cloth they offer via the MTM program (e.g., some Holland & Sherry) can push the pricing up even further.

PS also sells some St. Andrews-made "Stuart's Choice" suits that have more/better handwork and are priced around 3500 - 4500 (again, IIRC). I don't think they offer MTM from the St. Andrews product; obviously, the pricing would be quite high if they did.

Originally Posted by Lowndes

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Couldn't disagree with this statement more. If you don't know anything, information can not only be bad but also dangerous. (Not really dangerous in the style context but with medical, legal, etc. information it certainly can be).
TBH, I agree with you - I could have phrased that better. But I do appreciate the advice I've gotten here, it's at least gotten me thinking. I found this list on an earlier post for affordable suits/tailors in the NYC area: 1. Traguardo 2. Mr. Ned 3. Gilberto 4. Ercole 5. Winston I figure it'll be a good starting point. Probably Ned's is the first place I'll visit, he seems to be getting pretty favorable reviews. But I'm guessing I'd like minimal padding on the shoulders, since I'm pretty broad there, and some posters have said Ned makes his suits more in the American cut, with boxier shoulders. Still, there's no substitute for just going there and talking to them.

Originally Posted by tim_horton

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TBH, I agree with you - I could have phrased that better. But I do appreciate the advice I've gotten here, it's at least gotten me thinking.

I found this list on an earlier post for affordable suits/tailors in the NYC area:

1. Traguardo
2. Mr. Ned
3. Gilberto
4. Ercole
5. Winston

I figure it'll be a good starting point. Probably Ned's is the first place I'll visit, he seems to be getting pretty favorable reviews.

But I'm guessing I'd like minimal padding on the shoulders, since I'm pretty broad there, and some posters have said Ned makes his suits more in the American cut, with boxier shoulders. Still, there's no substitute for just going there and talking to them.

Sounds like a plan. I was apprehensive about Mr. Ned for the same reasons you are. I just don't want the American Boxy Cut. However, after talking with them and seeing some photos of suits they've done that have softer shoulder and a good deal of waist suppression I am going to give them a shot.