So I picked up my first foray into bespoke clothing today. I've been working with Richard Lim's shop High Society.
I had ordered a sport coat with suiting (Super 130 cashmere / wool) and lining (vintage silk) I brought myself.
The C.M.T. (Cut / Make / Trim) rate for the sport coat is $480, plus 20 for working button holes and 15 for stitching around and down the lapel.
After reading this form endlessly I was able to ask some of the right questions to determine some key facts about the work at High Society.
My sport coat was cut from a custom pattern. The coat is fully canvased and most likely machine pad stitched (i think the right term) on the lapel. Richard Lim said he likes to use little to zero fusing on the coats.
This shoulder is not "natural", but was slightly padded after the basted fitting because of the protruding bony structure of my shoulder.
Here is a pic I took when i got home. The shirt is also from High Society, however, I didn't bother tucking it in because it wasn't worth wrinkling for a quick shot. It's 90 degrees in Los Angeles today, so I spared you my sweaty face and collar isn't "perfect". This pic should mainly be judged for the fit of the jacket. BTW I'm 6'0", size 40 chest 32/33 waist and about 170lbs.
I'm curious what you guys think. What would you like closer details of?
Here is the shirt by the way, without being tucked in I don't think it looks perfect. When standing straight, I can't notice the cloth touching my body, it really does float around me. C.M.T rate was $150
Disclaimer: I'm certainly not trying to hold a flame to the work of Savile Row or any of the truly high end artistans. I am however, trying to graduate from a dependence on label designers and enter the world of custom clothing.
What are some thoughts? I'd like to know what I should ask for next time in order to successfully guide this relationship in a positive direction (towards perfect fitment every time).
Thanks,
Alex
