Modern Tailor Custom Suits

[Mata_Leao]

Originally Posted by jackgibbs

can anybody tell if the bunching/twisting in the shoulders and sleeves is a construction issue, or could it be explained by the provided measurements? overall, I think it looks pretty good, but I feel like I should point out that all the 299 fabrics (with the exception of the pudding stone gray) are wool/poly blends. the website FAQ says that any fabric labeled 'wool' is a blend, and any fabric labeled 'pure wool' is well pure wool.

It looks like there is some twisting in the sleeve, which I believe is an issue with how it was sowed on at the sleevecap. The bunching looks like it is a result of the sleeve pitch being off (i.e., the angle that the arm hangs at). I would imagine that is a very common problem with online MTM suits.

For the money, this looks like a very good result. I will consider referring my friends who need inexpensive suits to ModernTailor.

 

[Mata_Leao]

I should also add that I really dig the pattern on your shirt. Interesting choice, especially with that fabric.

 

[edmorel]

Originally Posted by Chips

It looks a lot better than many suits costing 10 times as much.

Lets not get crazy

Basically, it looks like he got what he paid for, an ill fitting, $329 chinese fabric suit. I would venture to say that if he spent $400-$500 at one of the many outlet/B&S sales, he'd look a lot better and get a better quality suit The jacket on this suit is a mess, shoulders/sleeves/back vent. the pants are rather clownish, particularly from the knee down. not sure where the Op is located, but I'd rather save some cash and use someone local for $700-$800 MTM if he wants to go the MTM route or again, look for something from RL, Brooks, Canali, etc on sale.

 

[imwithtuxedo]

Originally Posted by jackgibbs

can anybody tell if the bunching/twisting in the shoulders and sleeves is a construction issue, or could it be explained by the provided measurements? overall, I think it looks pretty good, but I feel like I should point out that all the 299 fabrics (with the exception of the pudding stone gray) are wool/poly blends. the website FAQ says that any fabric labeled 'wool' is a blend, and any fabric labeled 'pure wool' is well pure wool.

"8. What's the difference between "Wool" and "Pure Wool"? What's an Anglo Saxon Wool?
"Pure wool" means that the suit fabric is made of 100% wool, produced from high thread count 150s and 180s yarn. A "Wool" fabric is composed of polyester and wool blend. This is produced from 110s and 120s yarn. The "Anglo Saxon Wool" is made of high quality Australian yarn thus making the wool expensive"

also, +1 on the buttons. they look super cheap.

I think the sleeve issue is a result of construction. Where the shoulder and sleeve meet just doesn't roll. It is bunched up and creates a sort of hump.
I agree on the buttons and I wish they had an option for button upgrades like they do for shirts.

Originally Posted by krish88

the buttons are an easy fix imo -- I asked them about horn buttons and basically they couldn't even confirm on yes/no, but for just going out and buying 13 buttons @ like $2 ea and labour it's $30 to replace them all. Not ideal having to pay that much, but still, having a solid suit for <$400 seems worth it to me (I'll be going for the pudding grey one soon hopefully)

Maybe if more people order then they will add a button upgrade option like the shirts.

Originally Posted by Mata_Leao

It looks like there is some twisting in the sleeve, which I believe is an issue with how it was sowed on at the sleevecap. The bunching looks like it is a result of the sleeve pitch being off (i.e., the angle that the arm hangs at). I would imagine that is a very common problem with online MTM suits.

For the money, this looks like a very good result. I will consider referring my friends who need inexpensive suits to ModernTailor.

I agree with the pitch being off. It doesn't feel or like like a twist issue, but more of a materials and construction problem. I didn't expect to get a Brioni...

Originally Posted by Mata_Leao

I should also add that I really dig the pattern on your shirt. Interesting choice, especially with that fabric.

That's a MT shirt as well. Grey and white checks. Fabric # O14

Originally Posted by edmorel

Lets not get crazy

Basically, it looks like he got what he paid for, an ill fitting, $329 chinese fabric suit. I would venture to say that if he spent $400-$500 at one of the many outlet/B&S sales, he'd look a lot better and get a better quality suit The jacket on this suit is a mess, shoulders/sleeves/back vent. the pants are rather clownish, particularly from the knee down. not sure where the Op is located, but I'd rather save some cash and use someone local for $700-$800 MTM if he wants to go the MTM route or again, look for something from RL, Brooks, Canali, etc on sale.

Wow, so every tailor with a brick and mortar shop that does MTM gets it right every time? I knew what I was ordering and didn't expect a miracle, but I'm happy with the result after a few tweaks. You know, just like I would have to do if I went to a brick and mortar shop for in process fittings and final alterations.... I wouldn't get a better fitting suit with an outlet or sale rack. I tried that route and I end up dropping another $75-100 in alterations to the jacket and pants getting the damn things to fit decent. The jacket fits exactly like a $329 online MTM jacket should fit on the first try. Not perfect but still better than any OTR altered suit I have in my closet currently. The pants are clownish below the knee because of my physique. I have 31" waist,23" quads, and 16" calves so getting slim fitting slacks that have a modern taper that are comfortable to wear all day long is quite the chore. Again, this was the first try and if I give it another go I will alter the pants some more to get more of a taper.

Overall I'm happy with the result. This suit has it's drawbacks but not everyone has the income to splurge on a $700-800 MTM and that is why there are price-points for all consumers.

 

[jackgibbs]

moderntailor seems really receptive to personalized requests...I wonder if you could send them to this thread

http://www.styleforum.net/showthread.php?t=146601

and be like, 'do this'

http://www.styleforum.net/showpost.p...1&postcount=20

 

[penguin vic]

Originally Posted by jackgibbs

the website FAQ says that any fabric labeled 'wool' is a blend, and any fabric labeled 'pure wool' is well pure wool.

"8. What's the difference between "Wool" and "Pure Wool"? What's an Anglo Saxon Wool?
"Pure wool" means that the suit fabric is made of 100% wool, produced from high thread count 150s and 180s yarn. A "Wool" fabric is composed of polyester and wool blend. This is produced from 110s and 120s yarn.

WTF? That's downright misleading.

Originally Posted by edmorel

Lets not get crazy

Basically, it looks like he got what he paid for, an ill fitting, $329 chinese fabric suit.

Yes, it's 10 times better than the suits on the Indochino trainwreck thread but it's not a great suit. Maybe put it down to it being the OP's first shot with Modern Tailor but it's certainly not that good a result, especially for MTM.

 

[CTGuy]

I think it looks fine for the price. It's not Brioni obviously, or even Hickey Freeman. For 330 bucks you'd be hard pressed to really compete. I think there is an argument to be made that you should just save your pennies and get something MTM locally that is a little better quality (assuming we are talking 800-1000 and not 3000).

I have been considering the idea of giving modertailor a shot. I think the shirts are a safer bet than the suits though.

 

[imwithtuxedo]

Originally Posted by penguin vic

WTF? That's downright misleading.



Yes, it's 10 times better than the suits on the Indochino trainwreck thread but it's not a great suit. Maybe put it down to it being the OP's first shot with Modern Tailor but it's certainly not that good a result, especially for MTM.

I wasn't following that Indochino thread. Holly trainwreck Batman. I feel really good about my choosing MT now.

 

[imwithtuxedo]

MT followed up in less than 24 hours letting me know they would reimburse me up to $75 for the minor alterations needed.

 

[imwithtuxedo]

Originally Posted by imwithtuxedo

If I decide to try again, for my next order here are the alterations I was considering:
1/4" reduction in shoulder width.
1" reduction in waist.
1" increase in width of bottom of jacket (hips).
1/4-1/2" reduction in sleeve width.
3/4-1" reduction in pant cuff.
1/2" reduction in width at knee.
1/4-1/2" reduction in thigh.

Thoughts on these tweaks?

 

[viator]

I would not make your right sleeve any shorter than it is now, but I would make the left sleeve match.

 

[penguin vic]

Lower button stance too?

 

[imwithtuxedo]

Originally Posted by viator

I would not make your right sleeve any shorter than it is now, but I would make the left sleeve match.

I already addressed this in my original post. I forgot to adjust my measurements and tell them that my left arm is shorter than my right in my order notes.

Originally Posted by penguin vic

Lower button stance too?

Personal preference. I requested that button stance based on a jacket I already own. I may lower the top button by an inch but haven't had a chance to wear the suit yet and get a feel for it with this particular jacket.

 

[TheWraith]

So far, from what I've seen of Modern Tailor's suits, they leave Indochino's for dead, faults and all.

 

[dv_indian]

I think that if ModernTailor started the traveling tailor thing could they become a smashing success.
Does anyone else think so?