Think of tailoring as the finishing touch.

From the fall of a trouser to the way a jacket sits when you move, fit is made up of details that work together.

Looking at the whole outfit

A sleeve can appear different depending on the shirt underneath it; trouser length changes with the shoe. When considering the fit of a garment, start with the pieces you expect to wear alongside it. Describe what feels restrictive, what looks unbalanced and what you would like to keep.

What can be adjusted?

Common points for assessment include waist, sleeve and trouser length. The possibilities depend on the cloth, original construction, condition and spare material within the garment. Not every change is suitable for every piece, so the work and its cost must be considered individually.

Choosing a new garment

For a new suit, fabric and construction are part of the wider picture. Consider how often the suit will be worn, how structured you like a jacket to feel and which details belong in your existing wardrobe. The bespoke and made to measure pages explore those decisions further.