The Hong Kong Challenge: Gordon Yao versus Peter Lee

[add911_11]



Sorry, I don't. Add911 says HKD 11,000 for a three piece which is about USD 1400. Add911 is up to date on the HK stuff. Even making adjustments to a two piece, sounds a bit expensive - but I suspect they might wish to discourage CMT. Less margin for error when the customer brings their own.

That's exactly why, Gordon shops has most of the English fabrics that people seeks. Plus I believe you don't save much with CMT nowadays.

Disclaimer: I do not use GY, so my pricing is not the most accurate. I believe long time customer will have better price, if they have joined the club early.

For oversea customers, it is best to use the famous names because they are experienced to due with the special needs. Also they can provide fittings during their oversea trips.

 

[TheTukker]



Never used Peter Lee but have used Yao many times. I've had friends that have used PL and GY and GY hands down IMHO and theirs as well.

Gordon Yao is far superior to Lee. I have been using Gordon for over twelve years now and can commend his suits and the service you will get.

I did look at Peter Lee's product but was far from impressed by quality or fit.

This is a bit like comparing apples and oranges. GY, along with WW Chan and A Man, is in the upper echelon of HK tailors.
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I have used PL for a few things - no suits - and no personal experience with GY, but this is what I thought as well (and I think my experience with PL confirms that).

 

[JTA]

No experience with GY and have used PL few times with good results.

With PL I can testify that it is highly recommended to be clear with the details you want otherwise the end result may deviate from what you're thinking of. IMHO PL quality is mid-tier whilst GY is up there with WW Chan and Baromon. Few years back, before he's swarmed due to SF popularity, his suits were good value (price/quality) nevertheless not so much recently (have been thinking to switch to either TCNY or Baromon) except for his shirts.

Just my two cents, PL shirts are exceptional (value).