Crafting a quality garment takes time and a delicate TLC only achievable by an expert. And it starts with mastering the art of tailoring for sartorial excellence, which is our expertise at SAO, a bespoke and made-to-measure tailoring house.
Today, we’ll let you in on the art of sartorial excellence.
The Different Arts of Tailoring
First, let’s understand how clothing is made from scratch. There are generally three types of clothing:
- The first is ready-to-wear, where a client can come in, pick an item off the shelf and wear it as it is.
- The second is made to measure. You choose from a selection of styles, materials, and other details to create a finished product.
- Bespoke tailoring involves designing and cutting to your individual measurements and body shape. As such, this art ensures a perfect fit that is both comfortable and flattering.
Now, let’s dive into the details.
1. Bespoke
Bespoke is all about you. At its core is the art of creating something that doesn’t yet exist and customized just for you.
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It means a meticulous process of measurement, pattern creation, and an iteration of fittings. So, there are no exceptions; we must measure the client to get their body’s specific characteristics and nuances first. From the measurements, we create a custom-made pattern. These patterns are unique, we can’t use them on another person because they’re unique and go beyond simply measuring a body type; patterns are the DNA of the bespoke world.
And to add to this tailoring excellence, Sao Sartorial has its own distinct style, which helps you find what best suits your unique preferences. Experience is also a key factor in choosing the right suit-maker. It’s no coincidence that the most sought-after tailors come from houses with decades, if not centuries, of history. Reputable tailors at Sao Sartorial have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and an extensive library of fabrics to fulfill any sartorial vision.
2. The Art of Tailoring With Made to Measure (MTM)
MTM Refers to clothing sewn from a standard-sized base pattern. A made-to-measure garment is crafted to fit the wearer using body measurements to customize the pre-existing pattern.
Made-to-measure garments generally offer a wide range of customization options and can be a perfect choice for wedding attire or other special occasions where fit and personalization are essential.
At Sao, we offer both the MTM and Bespoke options.
But what’s the actual difference between Bespoke and MTM?
MTM costs significantly less than full Bespoke.
So, does that mean you’re getting significantly lesser quality if you opt for MTM?
No. MTM retains many of the superb elements of a full Bespoke, which can be summarized as follows:
The Bespoke and MTM Combo
Here are a few steps to make it possible to reap the benefits of both worlds of MTM and bespoke, here are a few steps to make it possible:
- Choose the color, weight, and pattern of cloth from the hundreds of high-quality cloth swatches on a tailor’s shelves.
- The tailor then takes your measurements.
- Complete the look with your own choice of pockets, vents, lapels, buttons, button holes, pleats, and linings.
3. Ready to Wear
Well, with ready to wear, the name speaks for itself. You simply walk into a shop and pick what’s already made to a finished product. In this case, there’s no body measurements or customization and adjustments. Instead, as you try it on and if it fits you’re good to go.
Overview: The Art of Tailoring and Sartorial Excellence
With Made to measure, only a handful of basic measurements are taken: Sleeve length, jacket sides, pant waist size, etc. We’ll then select a standard size of garment, which we’ll alter to generally fit you. This offers you the balance between personalized fit and affordability.
Bespoke: Represent the pinnacle of tailoring with completely unique patterns, maximum customization, and meticulous craftsmanship. They ensure the best possible fit and quality, but at a higher cost and longer lead time.
Which to Choose:
Opt for MTM if you want a high-quality garment with significant customization but are looking for a quicker turnaround and a lower price point.
Choose Bespoke if you desire the ultimate in fit, personalization, and craftsmanship and are willing to invest the time and money for a garment that is entirely made for you.
Summary
Overall, the art of tailoring blueprint we’ve highlighted in this article isn’t by any means bulletproof. However, sticking to it will help you choose what’s best for you between bespoke, MTM and ready-to-wear. Getting it right, though, requires finding the right tailoring service, and that’s what our experts at SAO are here for.
If you’re looking for a tailoring house with immense experience and history of perfection in men’s fashion, please visit us at Adams Arcade Mall. Ngong Road, Nairobi. Our wardrobe consultants dedicated to sartorial excellence will be waiting to chat with you about your unique style and help you bring it to life.