Patio Nights, a networking and social tradition at Lombardo Custom Apparel, has one small problem. The Miami Circle showroom where men and women come seeking tailor-made duds does not have a patio.
The misnomer doesn’t seem to bother the 25 or so suit-wearing businessmen, athletes and attorneys milling around on any given evening. Some of these men are at the top of their respective games; others are still on the rise. Many of them are under the age of 40. All of them have at least one thing in common.
They have discovered the beauty of bespoke.
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A well-made suit is not just a fashion statement. Some argue it’s the sort of thing that can help determine how far up the corporate ladder you go–and whether you manage to stay on it during a period of layoffs.
Even before the financial markets went south, businessmen were trying to dress the part. Men’s tailored categories, which include suits, suit separates and sport coats, grew 7% overall in 2007, according to The NPD Group, a market research firm. In the current climate, however, such items are essential–and you should pay serious attention to detail when shopping for them.
In Depth: Anatomy Of A Well-Cut Suit
“Suits should be seen as investment pieces,” says Michael Fisher, menswear editor at Stylesight, a trend-forecasting firm. “Just as men would do research before buying a new car, they should pay attention to the details of a suit, because it will be hanging in their closet for a while.”
Category Men's Suits | 0 Comments »Zachary Samuel’s Men’s Custom Clothier is a new store in Moncton, Canada selling men’s business suits, accessories and individual pieces.
Jeffrey Garcia, who opened his own shop at 229 Collishaw St., Moncton in October, has 30 years experience in the clothing business beginning with marketing of top quality men’s shirts in Toronto and more recently with Colpitts Men’s Wear and Cecil D’s Studio of Moncton before striking out on his own.
The store is having its official opening ceremonies after hours tonight.
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