Savile Row's Revival

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Ever wondered what actually takes place at a made-to-measure fitting? Time.com suited up and found out from one of London's experts.

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[i10Blog]

@fomiz Heh, depends if you're looking for something cheap that you'll outgrow...or something that will last a lifetime. Everyone has different clothing agendas.

[fomiz]

@i10Blog I seen the documentary it was really interesting.

It's got me thinking, that for the huge price tag of $3500,

your not getting anymore value for your money.

[i10Blog]

@fomiz Also the inner lining can be whatever you want it to be (any colour, and pattern), from a cloth that is made in the UK, that supports local weavers and spinners (some of them use machinery that's over 100 years old). I'm quite a short person, so-off-the-shelf suits never fit me. A bespoke suit however...will always fit you...perfectly. Why settle for clothes that have no soul to them? Hope this helps with your question.

[i10Blog]

@fomiz There are many differences, it depends on the style of suit you want. Where the cloth came from, who cut it (their name may be written on the label), the time it took to asseble the suit etc. In other words, a customer has total control over the choices that make the suit, with the guidance of an experienced tailor who will know you by name. The number of 'tail' slits, and the position/angle of the pockets can also say whether the suit is bespoke. Have you watched the BBC doc?

[fomiz]

@i10Blog no other difference in the cut other than that cuff thing?

[i10Blog]

@fomiz A major part of Savile Row is its heritage and history...you're buying something that has well over 300 years of knowledge behind it, so they get it right! All material is sourced directly from the weavers...the tailors visit themselves! So your getting a one of a kind, completely unique suit that is made for you and only you that no-one else in the world has...something that I would be happy to pay for. Watch a BBC documentary called 'British Style Genius' for the whole picture.

[i10Blog]

@fomiz

An easy difference to spot between a bespoke suit and a ready made Far East one is to check if the suit jacket cuff buttons can be undone. On mass-produced suits the buttons on the sleeves are purely decorative but on Savile Row suits they are functional (as was their original purpose). Savile Row also offers a complete bespoke service to the customer (ie, you're not a number, it's a first name basis).

[fomiz]

@i10Blog thanks for answering this question. As a complete novice to this sort of thing I have no idea what make one man's tailoring better over anothers. I used to think so long as the suit is fitted well that's all that matter. So could you kindly tell me i10Blog what is it that seperates Saville Row suits from the rest? What key features should I pay attention to when comparing both tailored suits from the Far-East and that of Saville Row, London. Thanks in advance for your insight. XXX

[i10Blog]

@fomiz Savile Row Tailoring is quite simply the best in the world...period. The quality of their craft is like nothing ive ever SEEN before, it's incredible. Maybe only a few bespoke tailors in Italy can compare but that's it.

[fomiz]

Is it snobbery to say that the suits made in the far east don't meet the same quality as those from the Row?