What Happened To Majer Clothing Company

[oxford]

I know this forum is basically about Brooks Brothers, J. Press and J. Crew and never much about the Trad Makers seen in Traditional Mens Stores around the country. Does anyone know what happened to the venerable trad brand Majer Company. They made great suits, sportcoats and trousers up until about two years ago then vanished after about fifty years. I do not expect many or any replies since this maker is too trad for the forum as would be Corbin and Southwick which are seldom discussed in this J. Crew, J. Press and Brooks Brothers forum.

[Pentheos]

I know this forum is basically about Brooks Brothers, J. Press and J. Crew and never much about the Trad Makers seen in Traditional Mens Stores around the country. Does anyone know what happened to the venerable trad brand Majer Company. They made great suits, sportcoats and trousers up until about two years ago then vanished after about fifty years. I do not expect many or any replies since this maker is too trad for the forum as would be Corbin and Southwick which are seldom discussed in this J. Crew, J. Press and Brooks Brothers forum.

Only someone who has never read through the archives could write something so mistaken.

[AlanC]

I'm sniffing a troll with this thread.

[oxford]

So what did happen to Majer then ? That was the original question to which I indicated I would get no or little response. Instead they went on the defensive rather then answer the question. The results though in many cases are that they go off topic and in a totally different direction if you read many threads.Thanks I expected this type of reply.

[AlanC]

You spent most of your original post attacking the forum, which makes the question sandwiched in the middle simply seem like an excuse for your attack. You then follow that up with a "see, just what I thought" response.

You catch more flies with honey than vinegar.

[The Rambler]

plus, the attack was silly and patently untrue.

[Cardinals5]

According to publically available records, Majer is still in business.

Their address is:
The Majer Brand Company, Inc.
425 Madison Avenue, New York, NY



Their phone number is: (212)888-7012. I didn't try their telephone number, but if you're curious it would be an easy call.

[oxford]

Thanks for your response Cardinals5. I called the number and it has been defined as being out of service. Even the stores I used to frequent do not get the in stock order book anymore. It was a great label and family owned. The owners used to visit most all their retailers in person on an annual basis. I had been with them over 35 years and have assembled a great wardrobe of fine natural shoulder three button suits and sportcoats. Too bad we hear so little of the labels carried in the Trad Shops around the country. I also have a lot of things from Brooks Brothers and J. Press which do seem to be the more discussed resources in this forum, just don't challenge that because it offends their mass market Trad followers. Perhaps someone in the industry may respond as to what happened to Majer.

[The Rambler]

I've got a 25 yr old Majer suit, an olivey gab, that is still going strong, and a few pair of odd trou that are still in the rotation: always great fabrics, well cut. I'd be sorry to learn that they've disappeared.

[Patrick06790]

It's all part of my Master Plan of World Domination. Little by little, my Reptilian allies and I will take away your Trad items that do not come from our approved sources.

And then, when you are naked and confused, we will come in for the kill.

[Patrick06790]

^Oops, I've said too much. Just forget it, fellas.

[vwguy]

It's all part of my Master Plan of World Domination. Little by little, my Reptilian allies and I will take away your Trad items that do not come from our approved sources.

And then, when you are naked and confused, we will come in for the kill.

Yes, nothing to see here, move along...

Brian

[oxford]

I got my response from a member of the Fashion Forum and yes they are out of business. They could not compete in the market place with the foreign makers. As I suspected no one in the Trad forum could answer what happened to this long established Trad Clothier; all they did was go on the defensive as supporters of the Trad mass market dominated by Brooks Brothers, J. Press and J. Crew. and these are typical of places that buy from foreign makers which helped to put Majer out of business. Nice going Gentleman call the 800 numbers for Brooks and Press you may get someone that can speak English.

[Cardinals5]

Hi Oxford,

I'm not sure how much you read the forum, but plenty of us are interested and discuss American clothing manufacturers on a regular basis. There's lots of talk and information in the archive on makers including Bills Khakis, Corbin, Berle, Gitman, Southwick, etc. If you're interested, you can read through the Made in USA thread (http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/f...-Accoutrements)

[Pentheos]

Oxford...

I got my response from a member of the Fashion Forum and yes they are out of business. They could not compete in the market place with the foreign makers. As I suspected no one in the Trad forum could answer what happened to this long established Trad Clothier; all they did was go on the defensive as supporters of the Trad mass market dominated by Brooks Brothers, J. Press and J. Crew. and these are typical of places that buy from foreign makers which helped to put Majer out of business. Nice going Gentleman call the 800 numbers for Brooks and Press you may get someone that can speak English.

[Gempro]

I need a drink...

[vwguy]

I got my response from a member of the Fashion Forum and yes they are out of business. They could not compete in the market place with the foreign makers. As I suspected no one in the Trad forum could answer what happened to this long established Trad Clothier; all they did was go on the defensive as supporters of the Trad mass market dominated by Brooks Brothers, J. Press and J. Crew. and these are typical of places that buy from foreign makers which helped to put Majer out of business. Nice going Gentleman call the 800 numbers for Brooks and Press you may get someone that can speak English.

Really!? What thread are you reading!? You'd better get back to your bridge now...

Brian

[The Rambler]

oxford: I notice that your question on the style forum was crisp and to the point, rather than boorishly aggressive, as here. Maybe that entered into the replies you got? At any rate, Brooks Brothers, J Press and J Crew might have suitable replacements.

[oxford]

Good going Pentheos, your a nice symbol of why firms like Majer went out of business. I like the look it matches the other end of the 800 numbers, glad you agree with me and restated my post. Thanks.

[tintin]

Who cares how he asked the question. It generated some decent conversation and now I'm aware of why I've seen so much Majer in the discounters. Some of these companies have been able to come back due to the recent trends. Lets hope Majer is one of 'em.

[Thom Browne's Schooldays]

Those old Majer suits are great, I want to say they used to make Camelhair polo coats as well.



I can't reveal my source, but Majer is coming back! ...as "Majer Heritage"

The new line is very much influenced by the old classic, American-made Majer but with an updated with a slimmer look and fit.


From what I've seen (at the special launch event for bloggers who promise to write about it), 'Majer Heritage' hit it out of the park! chambray shirts, shawl collar sweaters, boat shoes...

Not to mention some fresh, original, new takes on classic trad items: blue oxford cloth... pennyloafers! white buckskin... nato straps! 4-panel "fun" down vests! popover Madras shirts with reverse shell cordovan contrast collars!

look for it to drop this fall! prices start in the low 400s.

[phyrpowr]

A Bing search found a Majer Brand Co. in Hanover PA, pants mfr., new manifestation of the old co.?...the deponent knoweth not

quick update: called the phone # listed, and got a voicemail for a private residence, so the info could be wrong

[M. Morgan]

I own a great cashmere blue blazer from Majer. I also have a bunch of odd pants (most of the ones I've found have been pleated, unfortunately) that I am going to have tailored rather than biting the bullet to find something plain front ... Ah, a student's budget. All of this stuff is my dad's old garb; I don't see anything from Majer in stores. It's all very tough clothing.

[Pentheos]

Those old Majer suits are great, I want to say they used to make Camelhair polo coats as well.



I can't reveal my source, but Majer is coming back! ...as "Majer Heritage"

The new line is very much influenced by the old classic, American-made Majer but with an updated with a slimmer look and fit.


From what I've seen (at the special launch event for bloggers who promise to write about it), 'Majer Heritage' hit it out of the park! chambray shirts, shawl collar sweaters, boat shoes...

Not to mention some fresh, original, new takes on classic trad items: blue oxford cloth... pennyloafers! white buckskin... nato straps! 4-panel "fun" down vests! popover Madras shirts with reverse shell cordovan contrast collars!

look for it to drop this fall! prices start in the low 400s.

I'll buy you a drink.

[Duck]

I know this forum is basically about Brooks Brothers, J. Press and J. Crew and never much about the Trad Makers seen in Traditional Mens Stores around the country. Does anyone know what happened to the venerable trad brand Majer Company. They made great suits, sportcoats and trousers up until about two years ago then vanished after about fifty years. I do not expect many or any replies since this maker is too trad for the forum as would be Corbin and Southwick which are seldom discussed in this J. Crew, J. Press and Brooks Brothers forum.

Oxford,

I am a little confused why you are asking this question when you already know the answer? From January 2009
http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/f...260#post877260

Also why such hatred for J Press when you used to have such a fondness for them?
http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/f...886#post712886

Something doesn't add up.