Is a Plain White T-Shirt Worth $64?
We all love a t-shirt. And a custom, made-to-order process that leaves no waste or unsold garments is a compelling one. But can (or will) people spend $64 for one?
Episode 48: Online Custom Suits
Online custom suits can be a daunting and confounding prospect. In this episode, I talk about my own experiences with it.
My Custom Suits from Black Lapel
There’s something really nice about shopping for a suit online, picking your fabric, making your customizations (like pick stitching, jacket lining, functional sleeve buttons, trouser cuffs and such), buying it and having it arrive at your home four weeks later, fitting like it was made for you. Because it was literally made for you.
My First Custom Suit from Black Lapel
After a series of difficulties and an eventual breakup with an online made-to-measure company I’d been using for years, I decided to finally try Black Lapel.
Design Your Own Disaster: The Pitfall of Online Custom Clothing
In the ever-growing world of online custom clothing for men, there are many great options. But in some cases, there are too many options, which can be a recipe for disaster.
The Discerning Gentleman’s Guide to Suit Tailoring
I recently stumbled upon this smart and handsomely designed guide to tailoring from Next Blog, U.K. Enjoy...
The Custom Suit Experience at Imparali Custom Tailors
For most of us, a bespoke suit is out of reach. It's expensive. Most guys probably grab a 40R off the rack, figuring the fit is close enough, and perhaps take it to a tailor for some refinements and hope…