Semi-bespoke
Semi-bespoke is an efficient and practical way of crafting tailored clothing without sacrificing any hand work in its construction. Garments we offer in our semi-bespoke program include Sportcoats, Trousers, Waistcoats, Overcoats/Topcoats, Safari Jackets, and Tuxedos/Dinner Jackets. Every garment we make features over 90% hand-construction. Jackets are always made with a full-floating horse hair full canvas piece. The following are areas in which we feature hand-work:
- Hand-padded lapels (takes over 4 hours of sewing to complete just this one step)
- All buttonholes
- Interior/exterior pick stitching
- Button shanking/wrapping
- Armhole/sleeve attachment
- Collar attachment
- Lining placement
- Trouser interior waistband
- Hand-attached side tab adjusters
A process we've perfected
We produce our semi-bespoke garments off-site in an atelier that specializes in handwork. Clients should expect them to arrive in a finished state, but ready for minor adjustments.
Over the past ten years, we have built long-standing relationships with the most reputable, ethical cloth mills on the planet. We have tested, vetted, and currently endorse cloth that tailors beautifully and will last a lifetime. Our favorite mills are Fox Brothers (English), Dormeuil (French), Scabal (Belgian), Loro Piana (Italian), and Holland and Sherry (English). Amongst these mills, plus others, there are thousands of swatches that you are able to sift through during your visit to truly find the perfect cloth for your project.
First fitting: If you’re ready to work with us on commissioning a custom suit or tuxedo, we’ll spend 90 minutes guiding you through an initial fitting. During this appointment, we’ll take measurements, help you choose cloth, and advise on garment style details. We start with our proprietary house-pattern and will build your personalized fit profile based on 60+ raw measurements and postural observations.
Styling of the garment is also done during this appointment and while we have a preferred house style that epitomizes our brand's aesthetic, we understand that each client has their own vision. So, we treat each project as a collaboration to ensure that your suit not only embodies our signature style but also incorporates personal touches that reflect your individuality.
Second fitting: When your piece arrives—we quote a minimum of 2 months—you’ll try it on so we can dial in the fit. We have a tailoring team and a workshop above the showroom. Together, we’ll make any needed adjustments to perfect the fit. Generally this happens in 1-2 rounds of alterations.
Final fitting and delivery: You’ll try on the piece one last time when you pick it up. And, assuming it meets our standards, then it’s yours.
Ready to get started?
If you have questions, and would like to learn more about our process, please schedule a consultation appointment or email our team: sayhey@tailorskeep.com