Where to tailor clothes =D

[arctuates]

Another perspective - try living overseas for a bit. Dress like the people do. And then come back.

The difference is stark.

 

[htngwilliam]

Hi everyone, when we wear a suit, should we expose a bit of our shirt cuff? Some tailor say jacket should cover the cuff of our dress shirt but I see some exposing the cuff

Following mookietea's post, here's my take on brown linen. From a recent vacation.

 

[MookieTea]

Hi everyone, when we wear a suit, should we expose a bit of our shirt cuff? Some tailor say jacket should cover the cuff of our dress shirt but I see some exposing the cuff

It's all about preferences. Showing no sleeve may have the visual effect of making your jacket looking sloppy whereas showing too much may look like the jacket is too short for you.

The norm is to show about half an inch of cuff.

 

[All in a Day]

Yup, but we were talking about jackets and not suits on a day to day usage. The inference here is that wearing a jacket=formality and special occasions.

Jackets can be done in all sorts of materials and paired differently for a more casual feel. I do that quite a bit. I do Where I go on my off days is certainly not upmarket or high society. I only refrain from wearing them if the weather in Singapore is too darn hot.

I'll like to think of jackets as an additional accessory for dressing well, just like how we wear our really "expensive watches."

On a side note, if people wear their >100k dress watches to eat at hawker centers, is that considered overdressing too? Lol.

End of the day, it's just Singapore and you are right about it being a debate that will never end. Which is also why we have had several articles discussing the fashion sense of us Singaporean men.

I used the term suits but i meant to include jackets and the same inferences u made. The watches example i think is diff in the sense it's about cost. Eg $10 vs $100,00 watch. Jacket/suit is distinct piece of clothing whether to wear or not wear, regardless the cost of the jacket/suit.

There's really no right or wrong and my reply is not so that i get the last word. Actually my original question was really to find out more on what occasions/places in sg would some of u guys put on jacket/suit. Cos in my scope/circle, i do not really see any. Petia shared. Which i would say his case would be quite rare.

 

[Triste]

I used the term suits but i meant to include jackets and the same inferences u made. The watches example i think is diff in the sense it's about cost. Eg $10 vs $100,00 watch. Jacket/suit is distinct piece of clothing whether to wear or not wear, regardless the cost of the jacket/suit.

There's really no right or wrong and my reply is not so that i get the last word. Actually my original question was really to find out more on what occasions/places in sg would some of u guys put on jacket/suit. Cos in my scope/circle, i do not really see any. Petia shared. Which i would say his case would be quite rare.

I used watches as an example, because yes the watches can really look distinct and attract attention in the same way a piece of clothing can as well. RM, URKWERK, MB&F anyone?

Like I said, it's probably just Singapore that begs your original question. Not wearing a jacket and wearing a football jersey/ I finished a 42km Marathon t-shirt out on weekends is probably more the norm here.

but hey, not sweating over what's right or what's wrong. It's a forum and everyone's entitled to their own opinion (and dress sense).

 

[urbanturban]

i only put on a suit or jacket in Singapore for work purposes or evening theatres.

Other than that, i would prefer wearing anything but that.

Even a light weave jacket is hot in June.

 

[Triste]

i only put on a suit or jacket in Singapore for work purposes or evening theatres.

Other than that, i would prefer wearing anything but that.

Even a light weave jacket is hot in June.

Yup, weather.

 

[urbanturban]

i only put on a suit or jacket in Singapore for work purposes or evening theatres.

Other than that, i would prefer wearing anything but that.

Even a light weave jacket is hot in June.

Plus maybe weddings and dinners.

 

[jarvis]

Hi everyone, I'm a student that's going to enter corporate working world, have been planning to hit a tailor to settle all my clothing needs. Here is my current plan, maybe i can get your opinions on it?

5x shirts, basic shades only (White, Blue, Pink)
1x Dark Grey 2 button suit (Already have this)
1x Navy Blue 2 button suit (Supposedly more suitable for formal events than a grey suit, am i wrong? Pls enlighten me)
3x Black or grey pants

1x black shirt (more of a for fun thing, to wear to parties etc)
1x striped shirt (Not sure what colours or patterns, looking for a more for fun/dress down vibe)

1x Black dress shoes/belt (Mainly for work)
1x brown dress shoes/belt (Brown leather is more of a for fun thing, will be my last priority because leather tend to be quite expensive)

2x black tie? (Just looking for a formal vibe that's suitable for working, just black tie will do?)

It really depends on what you're working as and what's the expected dress code at work? Also, what industry?

Unless you need to wear a suit on a daily basis at work, you might as well just make do with one suit first, and use the money to make more shirts instead (5 is quite little and people will start noticing that you have the "days" shirts which are recycled on a weekly basis). That also gives you a bit more time to see what others wear in the industry and thus how much latitude you have in your wardrobe.

Ties will depend on the shirts you get. no need for them to be black, but get simple whole colours (that are not loud) to start so that they are easy to match. Again, build the collection up with time.

While it is good to have more than 1 pair of work shoes, decent shoes are not cheap so if budget is a concern, start simple with 1 pair of black shoes (which are comfortable) and just black trousers. Once you start earning some money then you go expand the wardrobe. By that time, you will hopefully also know what is necessary / acceptable in your work environment.

 

[J.T.M.]

It really depends on what you're working as and what's the expected dress code at work? Also, what industry?

Unless you need to wear a suit on a daily basis at work, you might as well just make do with one suit first, and use the money to make more shirts instead (5 is quite little and people will start noticing that you have the "days" shirts which are recycled on a weekly basis). That also gives you a bit more time to see what others wear in the industry and thus how much latitude you have in your wardrobe.

Ties will depend on the shirts you get. no need for them to be black, but get simple whole colours (that are not loud) to start so that they are easy to match. Again, build the collection up with time.

While it is good to have more than 1 pair of work shoes, decent shoes are not cheap so if budget is a concern, start simple with 1 pair of black shoes (which are comfortable) and just black trousers. Once you start earning some money then you go expand the wardrobe. By that time, you will hopefully also know what is necessary / acceptable in your work environment.

With regards to shirts for work, best is to start with solid staples like white and blue, so even if re-worn its not as obvious as compared to a more unique shade or pattern.

 

[hst201]

I suggest 2 solid light blue poplin, 1 light blue stripes, 1 light blue end on end or pinpoint if you prefer something a little more casual. Finally a light pink poplin.

I agree that best to start with around 10 shirts (2 week rotation).

 

[All in a Day]

I suggest 2 solid light blue poplin, 1 light blue stripes, 1 light blue end on end or pinpoint if you prefer something a little more casual. Finally a light pink poplin.

I agree that best to start with around 10 shirts (2 week rotation).

Assuming u starting off buying ready-to-wear fr shops, most impt is to 1st find a brand/size that fits u well. Then build up wardrobe slowly. White, blue, pink, lilac plain colours always safe and won't go wrong.

 

[elisee1]

Assuming u starting off buying ready-to-wear fr shops, most impt is to 1st find a brand/size that fits u well. Then build up wardrobe slowly. White, blue, pink, lilac plain colours always safe and won't go wrong.

Most likely I will be wearing everything tailored when it comes to working clothes, i really really dislike off the rack (just a personal thing haha)

 

[All in a Day]

Most likely I will be wearing everything tailored when it comes to working clothes, i really really dislike off the rack (just a personal thing haha)

Sure. A well tailored shirt makes a lot of diff

 

[htngwilliam]

Actually Zara sell suit at a reasonable price if they are having sale. Probably $80-100 u will get a decent suit. After that get a good tailor to alter and touch up.

 

[blimey]

guys, what do you do if your suit pants is too tight? i made a suit a couple of years back, gained some weight but the top is still good to use.

will the tailor keep the details / material so they can make a new pair of pants or do they alter the old pair?

 

[eyz]

Guys, has anyone of you ever visit James Lee tailor at Yishun before?

Went in to speak with the uncle before, got quite a no. of nice ready made sample. a pair of cashmere pants costs like 150$.

have been considering for quite a while.

meanwhile, will be visiting thailand in april and thinking thinking of getting two pieces shirts and a pair of pants from tailor on ten.

their price seems quite steep for the highest quality fabric, but are their lowest quality fabric just as good?

need some advice on this. thanks!

 

[natnai]

Yes, it's a Black Watch tartan but in summer weight and weave. Vintage fabric.

Was going to ask which mill/merchant that plaid came from until you said vintage fabric. Now I am very sad

 

[dark_aLLeY]

Guys, has anyone of you ever visit James Lee tailor at Yishun before?

Went in to speak with the uncle before, got quite a no. of nice ready made sample. a pair of cashmere pants costs like 150$.

have been considering for quite a while.

meanwhile, will be visiting thailand in april and thinking thinking of getting two pieces shirts and a pair of pants from tailor on ten.

their price seems quite steep for the highest quality fabric, but are their lowest quality fabric just as good?

need some advice on this. thanks!

I think their prices seems attractive.

Eg.Thomas Mason fabric shirt cost 4000 bahts (SGD 160+) with MOP. Price fixed, unless you're oversized. Minimum u needa order 3 shirts.

KBKS charge $200, minimum 3 pieces. Dylan prolly charges $200+.

 

[PetiaC]

guys, what do you do if your suit pants is too tight? i made a suit a couple of years back, gained some weight but the top is still good to use.

will the tailor keep the details / material so they can make a new pair of pants or do they alter the old pair?

Even with the same fabric may not look the same. The jacket will age and not match brand new pants.

Some jacket can wear with odd pants, while some will scream orphaned suit jacket.