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Having a bespoke suit made is a bit like flying business class - once you’ve tried it, it’s hard to go back. Combining personalised tailoring with a selection of brands from Lanvin to ISAIA and Tomorrowland, Lane Crawford’s Made-to-Measure programme offers customers the perfect opportunity to embrace the custom-made experience.
We speak to Mags Klingberg, men’s tailoring expert and founder of London-based men’s boutique Trunk Clothiers, which launches its new space at Lane Crawford this month, on the reasons why Made-to-Measure is for you.
MADE-TO-MEASURE
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Superlative Fit
The art and appeal of Made-to-Measure, lies in its ability to highlight the wearer’s individuality by highlighting and concealing in all the right places - a feeling that no off the peg suit can ever replicate. “As humans we’re all different in size and shape, we have longer or shorter arms than others. With MTM this is not a problem,” says Klingberg. “And the variety of fabrics on offer is basically limitless.”
Truly Personalised For Your Lifestyle
“It’s more about you and what you need rather than you trying to fit into what a designer has made, so every decision is all about you. The first step is always for the tailor to get to know you; when and how does he wear suits and jackets, do you travel a lot, occupation and dress codes that need to be adhered to, for example. Know what you like and don’t like! The tailor is there to guide you through the process and to make it as easy as possible. Just like a sommelier is there to guide you to pick the right wine in a restaurant, the tailor is there to help you find your perfect suit or jacket.”
Something For Every Occassion
“All types of men have MTM suits made. However, lots of people might still have the perception that it’s only for special occasions. MTM can be for all occasions, both day to day and for specific events. Most of us walk around with some ideas in our head with what our wardrobe is missing and that’s where MTM usually has the answer. Sometimes it could be something very basic in a specific material that you’re looking for and that’s where it can be difficult to find something that is off the peg.”
The Process Is As Seamless As The Suit
Men are always surprised to find that the MTM process is simple and straightforward, beginning with the tailor assessing your needs and preferences before suggesting appropriate cuts and fabrics, then fine-tuning and adding any chosen details. “Once you’ve had your first round of MTM suits or jackets made it’s very easy to make more,” says Klingberg. “So next time around it’s going to be even quicker.”