Edward Sexton Offshore Bespoke suit: Review

Read MoreMar 3rd 2021

This linen double-breasted suit was made by Edward Sexton under their Offshore Bespoke system. We previously covered the process, how it works and its pricing here. I was impressed by the results. It’s a very well-fitting suit, and certainly feels ...

Edward Sexton Offshore Bespoke suit: Review

This linen double-breasted suit was made by Edward Sexton under their Offshore Bespoke system. We previously covered the process, how it works and its pricing here. I was impressed by the results. It’s a very well-fitting suit, and certainly feels ...

Mar 3rd 2021

Foster & Son bespoke shoes: Review

Read MoreApr 27th 2016

   A few weeks ago I received my final pair of Foster & Son bespoke shoes. The process has, unfortunately, been both good and bad.  First, the good. The fitting I had with John Spencer - Foster’s lastmaker - was impressive. The fit around ...

Foster & Son bespoke shoes: Review

   A few weeks ago I received my final pair of Foster & Son bespoke shoes. The process has, unfortunately, been both good and bad.  First, the good. The fitting I had with John Spencer - Foster’s lastmaker - was impressive. The fit around ...

Apr 27th 2016

Five tips on bespoke suits

Read MoreJun 23rd 2014

 The process of commissioning a bespoke suit is a nerve-wracking and, of course, expensive one. Permanent Style has provided extensive advice on this process over the years, particularly in posts covering suits from more than 20 tailors.But a reader...

Five tips on bespoke suits

 The process of commissioning a bespoke suit is a nerve-wracking and, of course, expensive one. Permanent Style has provided extensive advice on this process over the years, particularly in posts covering suits from more than 20 tailors.But a reader...

Jun 23rd 2014

Bespoke Santoni shoes - Fatto a Mano Su Misura

Read MoreMar 11th 2015

 Yes, Santoni does bespoke. Or close enough that I'm happy to give it that label. Italian colour-meisters Santoni will do a bespoke version of most shoes in their collection (which of course changes more and is wider than any other shoemaker we cov...

Bespoke Santoni shoes - Fatto a Mano Su Misura

 Yes, Santoni does bespoke. Or close enough that I'm happy to give it that label. Italian colour-meisters Santoni will do a bespoke version of most shoes in their collection (which of course changes more and is wider than any other shoemaker we cov...

Mar 11th 2015

Simone Abbarchi - finished bespoke shirt

Read MoreJul 24th 2015

  It’s probably worth saying this once more. These images are merely indicative. They are intended to give a general impression of the shirt (a lovely grey from Simone Abbarchi). They are not intended to be the basis of an assessment of the fit.T...

Simone Abbarchi - finished bespoke shirt

  It’s probably worth saying this once more. These images are merely indicative. They are intended to give a general impression of the shirt (a lovely grey from Simone Abbarchi). They are not intended to be the basis of an assessment of the fit.T...

Jul 24th 2015

Maison Bourgeat - bespoke glasses, Paris

Read MoreJan 4th 2016

*Since this article was written, Maison Bourgeat closed and Guillaume has left. The shop has now re-opened under new management*    Maison Bourgeat is an old French glasses manufacturer that was relaunched last year as a bespoke outfit, with...

Maison Bourgeat - bespoke glasses, Paris

*Since this article was written, Maison Bourgeat closed and Guillaume has left. The shop has now re-opened under new management*    Maison Bourgeat is an old French glasses manufacturer that was relaunched last year as a bespoke outfit, with...

Jan 4th 2016

Bespoke basted alterations: Chittleborough & Morgan suit

Read MoreFeb 12th 2021

One of the biggest things that affects how great clothing ages, is the extent to which it can be altered and repaired. The best things for repairs are often casual clothes, like jeans, where visible repairs can even be seen to add to their character....

Bespoke basted alterations: Chittleborough & Morgan suit

One of the biggest things that affects how great clothing ages, is the extent to which it can be altered and repaired. The best things for repairs are often casual clothes, like jeans, where visible repairs can even be seen to add to their character....

Feb 12th 2021

Maison Bonnet bespoke glasses: The craft in London

Read MoreApr 22nd 2019

Maison Bonnet was one of the few world-renowned menswear makers I hadn’t tried until recently. So it has been great to get to know Franck and the team, since they opened a shop in Mayfair last year. Having been short-sighted from a young age, I’...

Maison Bonnet bespoke glasses: The craft in London

Maison Bonnet was one of the few world-renowned menswear makers I hadn’t tried until recently. So it has been great to get to know Franck and the team, since they opened a shop in Mayfair last year. Having been short-sighted from a young age, I’...

Apr 22nd 2019

Dobrik & Lawton: Dramatic, unique bespoke tailoring

Read MoreSep 18th 2020

*Note: Joshua and Kimberley are now running their own, separate operations. Kimberly, at 'Lawton', can be found here* Dobrik & Lawton is two young tailors, Joshua Dobrik and Kimberley Lawton, that have set up on their own in their house in Waltha...

Dobrik & Lawton: Dramatic, unique bespoke tailoring

*Note: Joshua and Kimberley are now running their own, separate operations. Kimberly, at 'Lawton', can be found here* Dobrik & Lawton is two young tailors, Joshua Dobrik and Kimberley Lawton, that have set up on their own in their house in Waltha...

Sep 18th 2020