I mean for both - I think a little belly wouldn’t be bad at all, some may prefer it evenA bit of belly...
When I read the first seven words I was like depends on the lady's character, but then read it was for lapels...
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I mean for both - I think a little belly wouldn’t be bad at all, some may prefer it evenA bit of belly...
When I read the first seven words I was like depends on the lady's character, but then read it was for lapels...
Hahaha, I do not really care much as long as both have a good character that I can align with. I mean when we get old the chance of one getting heavier is high anyway, but character will stay more in place. Then again I have made many judgements on one's character that where horribly misplaced, and not in a good way. We live and (hopefully) learn.I mean for both - I think a little belly wouldn’t be bad at all, some may prefer it even
I think peaks in general look better with a little belly.Do you folks prefer a little belly when it comes to your DB lapels or mostly straight?
I mean for both - I think a little belly wouldn’t be bad at all, some may prefer it even
Yes a little is probably safest, the 3rd picture is quite nice. Max Mogg and Edward Sexton usually go for really big bellied lapels and b&tailor go for razor sharp ones from what I’ve seenI think that a bellied lapel suits well a DB style. I also like a more straight lapel though.
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Hi Blacktaro!Then we are in the same city. The overall consensus is majority of the shop operated by young sartorial guys are only doing sale (getting your measurement, taking note on your preferred design, etc.) and outsources the cutting to others. As rule of thumb, I would look for shop who do most the job themselves i/o outsourcing.
Pham Brothers has a solid reputation in the sartorial community in Hanoi. Its relative shop - Carlos Pham, is also very reputable (even though they don't want to be mentioned together in a same sentence).
The Armoury is okay per my experience. Had a pair of trousers and chinos made there earlier but it took a long time to finish as there are a lot of thing needed to be fix from he 1st fitting. But Tung is a very nice guys and interesting to talk with.
Vietnams Bespoke Shop (VBS) quality was wonderful before 2019. However, when they change the makers of their suit, the quality is going down as I heard. Their style/ fabric choice is still very interesting tho.
For now, the ones that has a very very solid reputation and I would recommend from my and my friends experience are:
Antonio de Torres (pricey, starting from USD 1000 afaik)
Sir Tailor (pricey, starting from USD 1200)
Long Tailor (this is the best value for money, starting from USD 500) - This guy do everything himself and lots of pricey shop outsources to him. Turnover time is very long, might take few months to finish.
Hanoi Peak Bespoke (good value for money, price start around USD 300, fully canvased atm) - If you are into slimmer cut.
H Tailor (good value for money, starting from USD 300) - If you are into fuller cut.
Just wondering if you're able to speak Vietnamese tho? As a lots of good tailor can only speak Vietnamese.
Good stuff. Your tailor’s rug is great.Sahin Fidan and Sedat Selvi:
Loro Piana 450g overcoating wool - here as a DB jacket with metal buttons and Bateman Ogden - Russel Check from their glenhunt bunch - 874 - 500g
also some impressions from the front room and some other clients' commissions - including two jackets for @BespokeBeirut
Will we see an action shot in a few months?As someone who's, let's just say, *familiar* with that finished Everest Doppio Uso you saw…I'll just say that, although I too generally have a preference for exactly the same type of buttons as you, I think Qemal's choice will grow on you!
Hi John,Hi Blacktaro!
Would you say Hanoi Peak Bespoke makes a true bespoke suit? I was just quoted $860 for a S110 VBC full canvas two piece suit. I like the photos of their suits they have on instagram, but I struggle trying to differentiate a true bespoke shop from the plethora of MTM medium to low quality operation run in Hanoi / Hoi An / HCM. $860 is a price I am happy to pay, (and a bargain compared to western pricing) especially for a true bespoke suit.
Lastly, can Hanoi Peak Bespoke be completely trusted to act in my best interest? Or is it up to me to monitor and verify on my own? Do I get a "special price" as a foreigner. Am I expected to negotiate, or since they are a premium operation, the prices are set and that would be insulting. (or worse, result in me receiving a poorer quality suit to match the negotiated price.)
Finally, would Sir Tailor produce a superior product to Hanoi Peak, or are their higher prices reflective of the wool quality they are willing to work with?
Thank you for your advice.
John
Yes a little is probably safest, the 3rd picture is quite nice. Max Mogg and Edward Sexton usually go for really big bellied lapels and b&tailor go for razor sharp ones from what I’ve seen
That looks really good actually. I’m looking for a 6x1 closure so I’m going to show it to my tailor.Here a great looking 6x1 DB jacket with a rather straight lapel by Sartoria Ripense.
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🤦🏻♂️That looks really good actually. I’m looking for a 6x1 closure so I’m going to show it to my tailor.
I see your point but I am not brazingly saying “copy this for me” Rather showing the tailor a collection of jackets/designs I find nice and then asking for his opinion on it. “oh i like a high collar, 6x1 button enclosure” and we can work on what his style would be.🤦🏻♂️
Just go to ripense if you like that. Having another tailor emulate the work is a recipe for disaster.
DG showed a lot of photos to conclude silhouette matters. It’s not a one sized fits all thing.
You need to visit a tailor who you’re compatible with aesthetically.
I think that makes it worse. Mixing style goes downhill in a hurry.I see your point but I am not brazingly saying “copy this for me” Rather showing the tailor a collection of jackets/designs I find nice and then asking for his opinion on it. “oh i like a high collar, 6x1 button enclosure” and we can work on what his style would be.
I have a good relationship with him where he can just say “thats not going to work for you” and we can go work on something else.