Five Generations
of Custom Tailoring

Proudly Made in the USA

Alan David Horowitz, the grandson of legendary retailer Moe Ginsburg, comes from a long line of clothiers. Alan entered the family business in 1992. His son Benjamin entered in 2016 and daughter Shelley in 2021.

Today, Alan David Custom commissions individually crafted bespoke garments. Alan David’s unparalleled fit is built upon the expertise of skilled custom tailors and master craftsmen. These artisans transform your measurements and craft your bespoke garments with astonishing precision. To ensure the highest quality, all of our custom suits are proudly made in the USA. Drawing on five generations of tailoring tradition, Alan David continues to commission the best custom attire NYC has to offer.

First store opens

Jacob Ginsburg opens his first store on Belmont Avenue in Brooklyn.

1913

Founder Jacob Ginsburg draft card from 1910 listing his occupation as a tailor
Founder Jacob Ginsburg and his son, Moe Ginsburg-Great Grandfather & Grandfather of current owner Alan David Horowitz

1948

Additional expansion

With son Moe at his side, Jacob Ginsburg opens Kingsbury Clothing

5th Avenue opens

Moe Ginsburg opens on 5th Avenue in the Flatiron district.

1973

Moe Ginsburg Mens Better Clothing NY Post Summer Sale ad
Alan David Horowitz working as a cashier at his Grandfathers store early in his retail career

1992

Alan enters the business

Great Grandson Alan David Horowitz enters the family business.

Alan’s first store

Alan opens his first store in lower Manhattan.

2001

Window display of Alan's first store Alan David Better Menswear-second floor signage and mannequins
2 bespoke tailors making bespoke suits on their sewing machines

2024

Grand Opening

Alan David opens its 10,000 square foot showroom at 515 Madison Avenue.

Focus on high-end luxury

Today, Alan David Custom specializes in high-end bespoke garments.

2025

Alan David Custom's new showroom on 515 Madison Avenue NY, NY

I built this business with an unwavering commitment to ensuring every client has the best possible experience. No request is too big, no detail too small. I’ve assembled an exceptional team of bespoke tailors, clothiers, and service professionals who share my dedication to excellence.
– Alan David Horowitz

The fit of our custom garments is our number one priority and is what sets us apart from the rest of the pack. Our measuring process is extensive and includes digital imaging as well as 23 different time tested measurements ensuring your custom tailored suits and shirts fit as close to perfect the very first time.

Alan David Horowitz with dad Murray Horowitz at Alan David grand opening March 2001

Alan and his father, Murray Horowitz, at the grand opening of Alan David in March 2001. A father so hard working & honest to a fault. A day does not go by where he is not missed. He was always so proud of the business that was built from scratch. He lives on in all of us.

Owner Alan David Horowitz and wife Tovi Horowitz at Alan David Grand Opening March 2001

Alan and his wife of 30 years, Tovi. Any retailer will tell you it’s the wife who always gets the short end. Always helping, never complaining. The confidence showed in Alan & the business is unparalleled. A true partner, in & out of the store.

Everyone Loves Having a Custom Suit

“When it comes to men’s clothing (and I’m sure women’s, too), there is no better custom shop on the entire east coast than Alad David Custom.”

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“Alan David is the only place where I buy shirts, pants, and suits. The service is impeccable, the price is right, the quality is high and the clothes fit perfectly.”

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“I just picked up the most stunning overcoat ever. It took Alan and his factory head tailors 8 weeks to create perfection.”

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