Shopping in the DC area

[Subtleyjewish]

Hey guys, I'm a Styleforum Neophyte from the DC area, although I do consider myself a bit better educated on sartorial matters than most of my peers. The next time that I go home, I'll have turned 18, and I'm looking to buy some new pieces for my wardrobe. While my father and I--the latter sadly only for a brief period of time-- were patrons of James in Galleria, the store's closing has left me picking out pieces at Neimans and Saks. Would anyone be able to recommend a quality menswear boutique in the area?
Thanks

 

[Longmorn]

William Fox and Co at 15th and G - Drakes ties, Hilditch and Key shirts, Samuelsohn suits OTR and MTM. I've been working with Ryan on MTM in a model they don't usually carry, and the customer service has been great. Very attentive to detail.


Sky Valet for shoes - Alden, Crockett and Jones, Loake, Allen Edmonds, some Edward Green, and soon Carmina.

Depending what you're after and whether there's a sale on, the Ralph Lauren stores in Georgetown and Friendship Heights both have knowledgable sales associates whom I've found quite helpful.

Places for casual stuff depend entirely on your style.

 

[knittieguy]

What's a Sammy MTM go for at Fox?

 

[Longmorn]

Best to call them and ask, but for a Gable model in a basic fabric I think you're looking at about $1,200-$1,400 or so. But since that's not my situation, I'm mostly guessing here and you should email or call them directly to find out. I wouldn't want to mislead you or put them in an awkward position because the price is different from what I'm guessing.

Cheers,
LM

 

[PookieBear]

I'd second the wm fox recommendation. They have only quality stuff and are good people.

 

[Itsuo]

These are great recommendations. Does anyone know a good tailor? I've got a Mackintosh I'd like to have the sleeves shortened on. Thanks.

 

[Longmorn]

William Field is not cheap, but his work is outstanding.