The Ultimate Toronto Thread

[KWang94]

I used to get my stuff done there as well, but last couple of times I went, Antonio wasn't there and I'm not sure if he is coming back. I last went toward the end of summer-fall. Someone else was working there, not sure if his name was James. He was Middle-Eastern, not sure if that's the same guy you're referring to. I noticed that one of the old seamstresses was there. The work was done well, but the jacket was fitted too aggressively for my taste. Antonio previously would alter with some drape at my request, but this new guy preferred a tight fit. The prices also seemed higher. If you happen to know what happened to Antonio, I'd love to know. He was the best tailor in the area I've dealt with and it would be a shame if he wasn't doing it any more.

On a side note, anyone know what's going on with Francesco Sr. now that Leatherfoot seems to have closed down? Is he still working? If so, have his prices returned to at least semi-reasonability? Wouldn't mind giving him a shot, but not at all interested in the crazy prices LF was charging.

Pretty sure he's still there. I was talking to my friend and word of mouth was that the old LF owner was skimping him on his paycheque. The prices are probably still ridiculous. I really want to try him - as he is probably the best bespoke tailor in Toronto - but I can't justify that much money on bespoke.

Besides him, I think the bespoke market in this city is pretty bad

 

[KWang94]

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[Spruce Moose]

Hermes Sale: Men's line isn't too long, maybe 1 1/2 hour wait now... Women's is crazy long, probably closer to 4-5 hours wait. They keep restocking/pulling stuff out so you might get lucky; everything's 50% off their online price. Some items don't have much stock, so once it's gone its gone.

Ties: $120 (lots of printed ones)
Pocket square: $120 (very few in general)
Belt Buckles: ~$250 (most of the "H" buckles are gone)
Leather Belt: ~$200/$250 (limited sizing)

Damn! Wish I could have made it lol would have loved a H buckle at that price

 

[NoNameNecessary]

Damn! Wish I could have made it lol would have loved a H buckle at that price

Only the buckle? So where do you get the leather belt without buckle?

 

[Chambertin]

Hermes Sale: Men's line isn't too long, maybe 1 1/2 hour wait now... Women's is crazy long, probably closer to 4-5 hours wait. They keep restocking/pulling stuff out so you might get lucky; everything's 50% off their online price. Some items don't have much stock, so once it's gone its gone.

Ties: $120 (lots of printed ones)
Pocket square: $120 (very few in general)
Belt Buckles: ~$250 (most of the "H" buckles are gone)
Leather Belt: ~$200/$250 (limited sizing)

No idea the lineups were that long. Good to know, thanks for the report!

 

[Mojomojo]

Only the buckle? So where do you get the leather belt without buckle?

It's not that hard to buy a leather belt from anywhere to pair buckles.

 

[BudFox92]

The H buckle screams "I didn't always have money"

 

[Mojomojo]

The H buckle screams "I didn't always have money"

+1
imo... I find it actually pretty tacky with any items flaunting "big" logos, but to each their own. I know a few guys who grabbed like 2-3 of those H buckles.

 

[stylemeup]

the only one who can really explain what's going on is your boy Antonio - have you asked him??

No, I haven't asked him - because I have no means by which to contact him since he isn't present at his [apparently former] place of business. I'm a long-time customer of his, but not his personal friend. I figured someone on this forum might know more, but perhaps that is not so.

Because there is no favorable consensus about the new guy who is there now, I'll have to find a different tailor. Based on what I've read so far, it seems like Xavier may be the best man now. Is that correct? Should I also consider anyone else besides Xavier?

 

[Encore]

It's pretty straight forward. Only tip is to request your seller to ensure there is no invoice in the package so you declare a value yourself.

I must have overlooked this - my seller included an invoice in the package, can I still change the shipping value?

 

[NoNameNecessary]

Hey, where do you guys get white undershirt? In the past, I just get CK 4packs at Costco. Do you guys think that's acceptable or you have better alternatives?

 

[suitforcourt]

Hey, where do you guys get white undershirt? In the past, I just get CK 4packs at Costco. Do you guys think that's acceptable or you have better alternatives?

I buy whatever is on sale at Winners. CK, Tommy, Jockey....

 

[chiggyv]

I must have overlooked this - my seller included an invoice in the package, can I still change the shipping value?

You won't get the opportunity as they will take the value from the invoice.

 

[Jaackytung]

Hey, where do you guys get white undershirt? In the past, I just get CK 4packs at Costco. Do you guys think that's acceptable or you have better alternatives?

Uniqlo Airism for life!!

 

[KaleidoscopicK]

I bought a lot of Merona tees when Target went out of business in Canada. Some "regular", some v-neck. $4-6 a shirt between them being 40-60% off.

But to answer your question, try Uniqlo, whatever you can find at Winners, or Costco/Kirkland. I imagine CK being fine. I mean, you're using it as an undershirt after all.

If this was for tees to wear out, then my answer would be different.