Ongoing Bespoke Projects

[ericgereghty]

Not really ongoing project but this is my 2nd Huntsman suit with the cheaper bespoke option.

I recently sent in my pants to get buttons added to wear with braces since they kept falling down. Now that I’m wearing them with braces I can see the pants are too long. I’m going to have them shortened. It looks sloppy. View attachment 1890335

Definitely detracts from the perfect physique

 

[stuessi]

two jackets I've just commissioned:

Looks great! May I ask which tailor you have chosen? Pastena?

 

[Sreezy36]

Not really ongoing project but this is my 2nd Huntsman suit with the cheaper bespoke option.

I recently sent in my pants to get buttons added to wear with braces since they kept falling down. Now that I’m wearing them with braces I can see the pants are too long. I’m going to have them shortened. It looks sloppy. View attachment 1890335

Ole real life Harvey Specter lookin a$$!!

Sorry I had to do it. 😂😂😂😂😂

 

[camez_]

Looks great! May I ask which tailor you have chosen? Pastena?

both are my turkish tailors. blue jacket is Sedat Selvi and green jacket is Zülal, just an old guy from Istanbul.

 

[lordsuperb]

Not really ongoing project but this is my 2nd Huntsman suit with the cheaper bespoke option.

I recently sent in my pants to get buttons added to wear with braces since they kept falling down. Now that I’m wearing them with braces I can see the pants are too long. I’m going to have them shortened. It looks sloppy. View attachment 1890335

Did the tailor from the NYC office cut this suit? I like a lot of the stuff he is producing for the NYC branch. I've never been a fan of the suits from UK branch.

 

[Texasmade]

Did the tailor from the NYC office cut this suit? I like a lot of the stuff he is producing for the NYC branch. I've never been a fan of the suits from UK branch.

Yep. Ralph did this one for me.

 

[JohnMRobie]

Not really ongoing project but this is my 2nd Huntsman suit with the cheaper bespoke option.

I recently sent in my pants to get buttons added to wear with braces since they kept falling down. Now that I’m wearing them with braces I can see the pants are too long. I’m going to have them shortened. It looks sloppy. View attachment 1890335

That knot confirming that when they said everything’s bigger in Texas they meant everything. That suit is 🔥.

 

[lordsuperb]

Yep. Ralph did this one for me.

I know they are pricey but I would keep working with Ralph to achieve the holy grail, jacket #11.

 

[Crispyj]

I know they are pricey but I would keep working with Ralph to achieve the holy grail, jacket #11.

Realistically, doesn't take 11 jackets with a good tailor to get perfect one. If the tailor can't nail down the fit in 2-3 jackets, better go some where else.

 

[taxgenius]

Realistically, doesn't take 11 jackets with a good tailor to get perfect one. If the tailor can't nail down the fit in 2-3 jackets, better go some where else.

Has anyone had a very poor first jacket and an amazing 3rd jacket? I suspect, but could be wrong, that it's rare.

 

[circumspice]

I would have to think that would only happen if the tailor put in the work to make a tough situation right. I could theoretically imagine such a situation if the measurer/fitter wasn't the cutter, and there was a bit of the game of telephone in the process

 

[lordsuperb]

Realistically, doesn't take 11 jackets with a good tailor to get perfect one. If the tailor can't nail down the fit in 2-3 jackets, better go some where else.

Has anyone had a very poor first jacket and an amazing 3rd jacket? I suspect, but could be wrong, that it's rare.

I agree, however Foo specifically stated you aren’t looking for perfection on the first or second order. You are looking to refine your pattern, and establish a rapport with the tailor so he can understand your quirks.

My first suit from Steed was not ideal and looks different from my later projects.

There’s also the fact that I don’t have time for multiple fittings or figuring what stylistic details don’t work for me when trying a new tailor. I can order a suit or jacket from my current tailors and it’s pretty much ready to go with out a fitting.

You’re also helping out your tailor and their business when you’re a regular customer.

 

[JohnMRobie]

I agree, however Foo specifically stated you aren’t looking for perfection on the first or second order. You are looking to refine your pattern, and establish a rapport with the tailor so he can understand your quirks.

My first suit from Steed was not ideal and looks different from my later projects.

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There’s also the fact that I don’t have time for multiple fittings or figuring what stylistic details don’t work for me when trying a new tailor. I can order a suit or jacket from my current tailors and it’s pretty much ready to go with out a fitting.

You’re also helping out your tailor and their business when you’re a regular customer.

11 I think was hyperbole and like most Foo-isms isn’t totally accurate. But I think there’s something to be said for the first couple orders being about learning each other’s preferences, navigating those and dialing in the details. I forget who said it but I internalized it and the first garment or pair of shoes I get made are the makers. I obviously pick the broad strokes and fabric/leather but will let them pick the details, styling, cut/last shape etc. After that I can nibble around the edges with preferences and what works for me and my eye.

 

[ericgereghty]

I agree, however Foo specifically stated you aren’t looking for perfection on the first or second order. You are looking to refine your pattern, and establish a rapport with the tailor so he can understand your quirks.

My first suit from Steed was not ideal and looks different from my later projects.

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There’s also the fact that I don’t have time for multiple fittings or figuring what stylistic details don’t work for me when trying a new tailor. I can order a suit or jacket from my current tailors and it’s pretty much ready to go with out a fitting.

You’re also helping out your tailor and their business when you’re a regular customer.

First seems…very slim across the shoulders? I like the purple monstrosity (or whatever it’s affectionately named) a good deal more.

 

[Crispyj]

I have the same issue with Steed first order, divots in the shoulders due to narrow armhole and small sleeve head.