Wedding season is upon us, and there is never a bad time to step up the sophistication of your attire for business or casual comfort. I am not talking about radical runway fashion. What we will, all too briefly, cover is timeless garments to bespoke luxury. Wearing with purpose.
Quality formal wear for the groom and timeless groomsmen’s suits elevate the wedding party and gift lift to the bride’s wings on that wonderful day. Relaxed silk and linen blends do not crease easily and breathe well for all the dancing and frivolities. If you are making a list of great groomsmen’s gifts, include personalized velvet smoking jackets.
Artistry and exclusivity meet at boutiques for custom suits in Sydney or Melbourne. Tailoring trends for 2024 include bold colours, and patterned fabrics which are eco-responsible and sustainable. Younger clientele appreciate the contemporary look of marginally oversized blazers, but the slim fit is an unfading classic.
The made-to-measure process of consultation, measuring, fitting, and feedback to final fitting produces precise garments. For business suits, double order trousers for suit longevity as they wear against the seat. Artisanal craftsmanship cannot be replaced by technology, but 3D body scanning is really trying. To what level would you trust a virtual fitting? Click here for an interesting fashion story.
Materials science and the market demand for responsible producers have created thousands of fabrics for tailoring artists to “paint” with. Unique linings, monograms, embroidered messages, and animated prints meet your inspirations whether from Australian Fashion Week or actors from Territory.
Bespoke tailoring is attention to every detail of comfort or style with adjustable waistbands, hidden pockets, and unique or replicated designs. Textured fabrics can create a vest of distinction, wearable on their own or under a single-breasted jacket. If you order another navy business suit, I may have to find you. Stop it. There are more colours in the spectrum.
Make a bold statement. Elevate your game. What are you doing at a tailor requesting a replication? Expand your color palette to include pastels and soft hues to accentuate as the seasons change. I am not discounting the ability of herringbone and tweed patterns to remain in style, but pink coral is all the buzz.
Tailored shorts are so rare they make you look famous. When paired with a short-sleeve button-down shirt a sophisticated and casual combination, like formal beachwear is created. The calypso Caribbean style oozes affluence in a relaxed state. Menswear is being revitalized.
How do you want to present, in which crowd or event? There are limitless choices. You can look like a government agent or the conductor of an orchestra but look sharp. Suit sales are expected to grow as body scanning becomes more affordable in the market. The hands of the greatest tailoring skills are retiring and not passing on the talent.
As usual, the industry responds to market changes with new technology. I could imagine scanning ourselves at home one day soon. Then we will be able to order every article to fit, even with odd-length arms or different-sized feet. Imagine a guaranteed perfect fit from online shopping. What a time to be alive.
