Who makes Thom Browne OCBDs?

[philadelphian]

Tag says made in USA. Used to be made in Garland, North Carolina when I purchased Black Fleece OCBDs. Are they still made in the same factory? I don't need the logo tag to say Thom Browne and I certainly don't need the price tag to say $370. But the quality and fit have not been matched by any other oxford, at least for me, so I was wondering if I could hunt down a deal by getting the same shirt with a label that has less name recognition.

 

[Crispyj]

I recall they used to be made by Gitman Bros. Vintage. Not sure if that has changed.

 

[breakaway01]

that would be the Brooks Brothers shirt factory. I think they make shirts for Epaulet and no doubt for others. However, don’t fall into the trap of thinking that two items of clothing made in the same factory are made to the same quality. That is most certainly not the case.

 

[dieworkwear]

I think people put too much weight on finding factories. Factories don't just stamp out the same products and put different labels on them. They work with brands to manufacture things according to a wide range of specifications. In some factories, you can find Jos A Bank stuff being made alongside Polo Ralph Lauren. But the trims, fabrics, sewing specifications, and most importantly pattern are all different.