Alan David Blog
Bespoke vs. Made-to-Measure
The quality of a suit is heavily influenced by its material, style, and the way that it is tailored (the extent to which it is truly fitted to the individual). Related to that last element, let’s look at a few terms used to describe different approaches — particularly definitions of bespoke and made-to-measure (MTM)
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Morning Coat vs Tailcoat: Choosing the Right Formal Menswear
June 12, 2026
Many men get stuck when choosing the right attire for formal events. A morning coat and a tailcoat both have tails, both belong to formal dress, and both tend to appear on strictly formal invitations. At a glance, they seem close enough to confuse. That confusion is easy to understand. Even men who dress well...
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3 Tuxedo Lapel Styles Explained
June 12, 2026
You put on a tuxedo and look in the mirror. The fit is good. Still, something is not right. Then you try on another jacket. The front falls into place straight away. Often, the difference is the lapel shape. A small change in shape can shift the whole look. That is why one tuxedo looks...
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What Color Suit Should You Wear to a Wedding?
May 29, 2026
You’ve got the wedding invitation. The date is set. The dress code is cocktail attire. It’s a garden wedding. You look at the suit hanging in your closet, and it does not feel right. What should you do? Is a black suit too somber? Is a grey suit wedding-appropriate, or does it read like office...
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How to Wear a Tuxedo: A Practical Guide to Tuxedo Etiquette
May 29, 2026
Most men rent an ill‑fitting tuxedo and call it good. It’s a common mistake. A tuxedo should make you look sharp, not uncomfortable. When your garments fit properly, it changes how you move and how confident you feel throughout the evening. The difference between average and impressive is simple. To get it right, wear the...
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How Long Does It Take to Make a Custom Suit?
May 25, 2026
A lot of people only start thinking about a custom suit when the date is already approaching. It happens. But if you want to avoid that last-minute rush, it helps to understand how long that process takes. And the timeline mainly depends on what kind of suit you are ordering. The term custom suit is...
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Are Linen Suits Good? Pros, Cons & When to Wear One
May 25, 2026
You have a summer wedding on the calendar. The ceremony is outdoors. You are in a tailor’s shop, looking at a bolt of linen, and trying to decide if it is a smart choice for a suit or not. One part of you likes the lighter feel. The other part sees wrinkles and wonders if...
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When to Wear a Tuxedo for Different Events?
May 11, 2026
First impressions are hard to fix once you walk through the door. Wearing a tuxedo at the right time tells people you understand the room. Wearing one at the wrong time does the opposite. A tuxedo has a clear place. It is formal evening wear and follows certain rules. Knowing when to wear a tuxedo...
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What Accessories to Wear With a Tuxedo? Gentlemen’s Guide
May 11, 2026
In New York, tuxedo accessories for black tie events show respect for the room. At an Upper East Side gala or a black-tie wedding in Midtown, people notice the details before they say a word about them. The jacket gets the attention first. The accessories decide if the look feels correct. A tuxedo has rules....
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How Much Does a Tuxedo Cost?
April 27, 2026
What people notice first when you wear a tuxedo is how the jacket sits across your chest and stomach. That clean line comes from accurate measurements and proper fitting, not the label. The cost of a tuxedo can vary greatly. It mostly depends on how the tuxedo is made and what it’s made from. At...
