Official Events and PSA thread

[Macallan]

Originally Posted by voxsartoria

There were some figures for SR about three years ago, and a bit over half the business was for Americans (or, more accurately, delivered to America.)

I don't know if the trend is up or down, but my impression is it is swinging further to our side of the Atlantic.

It was about 70%; however, it was flawed because it was not American business but as you mentioned, delivered to America (this includes foreigners and tax-dodgers*). With the weaker Pound, I suspect foriegn business is on the rise and not just from Americans.

*Brits who can avoid paying vat (tax) for their bespoke garments

 

[AndrewRogers]

I've heard figures as high as 80%. However, where the business comes from is irrelevant. What's important is the volume, regardless of origin. That is Savile Row's existential question.

 

[CMD.EXE]

What is your role in the manufacture of the garments?

Do you cut and sew every suit yourself? Do you just do the cutting and farm out the sewing?

Let us know, good sir.

 

[KeatonCollar]

Originally Posted by gumercindo

Anything at RL yet?

Just heard today that a November private sale is coming up. I believe the RLBL suits will finally be marked down. They never mark them down! lol They did a really great job with the RLBL suits.

 

[shoppingshzhang]

Really helpful website indeed.

 

[MrAmbrose]

Originally Posted by jreigen

All sale items at Hickey Freeman are now an additional 25% off. That makes many of the ties $22.50.

Are any of them actually available though? I must have selected 10 different ties and for each color selection it said OUT OF STOCK.

 

[George]

Originally Posted by CMD.EXE

What is your role in the manufacture of the garments? Do you cut and sew every suit yourself? Do you just do the cutting and farm out the sewing? Let us know, good sir.
I believe Mr Farnes has a similar arraignment to that shown below, but fine tuned for suit manufacture.

 

[jreigen]

I found quite a few were still available. For most styles navy and red were sold out, but black, brown and orange were usually still available plus some other colors.

 

[btinl]

Originally Posted by KeatonCollar

Just heard today that a November private sale is coming up. I believe the RLBL suits will finally be marked down. They never mark them down! lol They did a really great job with the RLBL suits.

RLBL suits are usually included in the sales. The staple solids are not.

 

[matthew farnes]

Originally Posted by CMD.EXE

What is your role in the manufacture of the garments?

Do you cut and sew every suit yourself? Do you just do the cutting and farm out the sewing?

Let us know, good sir.

Great Question, Let me explain my answer in detail:

I am what savile row class as a cutter. I spend the core of my time measuring clients, cutting patterns, cloth and fitting suits. Which I admit this is my favourite facet of tailoring. Regarding my production; I Work with a team of tailors who specialise in each of their chosen area ranging from coat making, waistcoat making and through to trouser making. Then there's my finisher, presser and alteration tailor, who are all part of my team.

Can I tailor and make garments myself? When I was an apprentice, I was taught how to make all garments before being allowed to cut any patterns. (Generations ago this what would be the foundations to becoming a 'Master Tailor', I've a lot still to learn to ever get close to that mantle.) This have given me a greater knowledge and understanding when cutting patterns now. As well as making me a firm believer that all cutters when training need have this experiance as part of their education. I am compentant in alterations and often I'll sit at my board and alter something myself. I'll also 'put together' a jacket/waistcoat skeleton baste on certain occasions.

I'm the first to admit I'm not a fully competant coat maker for example. If I had decided to go down this route, truthfully we would'nt be chatting now. The tailors I work with have 25 years worth of experiance plus, specialising in their designated area. I've only scratched the surface regarding my tailoring skills. But that's not to say I'm not tailoring now. I'm lucky to have a talented team of tailors I work with and often I'll sit in their workshops watch them making and ask them questions all for self improving my tailoring and cutting. You'll hear this a lot but you never stop learning when your in the tailoring trade.

I hope this has given you some insight.

May I also comment on the fact that I am coming over to New York. I must say how well dressed and appreciative of Savile Row Americans truly are. Thank you for that gentlemen.

Matthew,
The Savile Row Artisan

 

[Eustace Tilley]

How often do you intend to visit NYC? I ask as that would help us better understand how quickly we can expect the finished goods after the requiste 2-3 fittings.

Thanks - ET

 

[George]

Originally Posted by matthew farnes

Great Question, Let me explain my answer in detail: I am what savile row class as a cutter. I spend the core of my time measuring clients, cutting patterns, cloth and fitting suits. Which I admit this is my favourite facet of tailoring. Regarding my production; I Work with a team of tailors who specialise in each of their chosen area ranging from coat making, waistcoat making and through to trouser making. Then there's my finisher, presser and alteration tailor, who are all part of my team. Can I tailor and make garments myself? When I was an apprentice, I was taught how to make all garments before being allowed to cut any patterns. (Generations ago this what would be the foundations to becoming a 'Master Tailor', I've a lot still to learn to ever get close to that mantle.) This have given me a greater knowledge and understanding when cutting patterns now. As well as making me a firm believer that all cutters when training need have this experiance as part of their education. I am compentant in alterations and often I'll sit at my board and alter something myself. I'll also 'put together' a jacket/waistcoat skeleton baste on certain occasions. I'm the first to admit I'm not a fully competant coat maker for example. If I had decided to go down this route, truthfully we would'nt be chatting now. The tailors I work with have 25 years worth of experiance plus, specialising in their designated area. I've only scratched the surface regarding my tailoring skills. But that's not to say I'm not tailoring now. I'm lucky to have a talented team of tailors I work with and often I'll sit in their workshops watch them making and ask them questions all for self improving my tailoring and cutting. You'll hear this a lot but you never stop learning when your in the tailoring trade. I hope this has given you some insight. May I also comment on the fact that I am coming over to New York. I must say how well dressed and appreciative of Savile Row Americans truly are. Thank you for that gentlemen. Matthew, The Savile Row Artisan
A very honest answer Matthew.

 

[Wes Bourne]

Anyone have the code for the extra 25% off? Thanks.

 

[robin]

 

[Wes Bourne]

I went through some old threads and tried variations of previous codes, some of which you had posted, but none worked... Thanks!