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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Keep Your Favorite Shirts with Custom Shirt Restoration
November 12, 2012
Custom shirts for men and women are an elegant part of any wardrobe, and a reasonable splurge for business people. Shirts are subject to a lot of wear, however, and have a tendency to wear out in certain spots. When your favorite custom shirt begins to show wear around the collar or cuff, or doesn’t...
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How to Take Custom Shirt Measurements
November 9, 2012
If your busy schedule keeps you away from New York, you can still order a custom made shirt for women or men. It is possible to take your own measurements and supply them to Alan David NYC. The expert tailors at Alan David will use these measurements to create your own custom shirt. Here are...
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Get Ready for the New Season with Updated Clothes
November 7, 2012
Fall is here, and winter is on the way. It’s time to put away the summer weight suits and get out the winter wardrobe. You may notice as you go through your winter clothing that some pieces from prior years seem out of date. They still fit, but the collars don’t seem quite right, or...
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Custom Tailored Shirts for the Custom Fit Person
November 5, 2012
Let’s face it – not everyone is the same size and shape as off the rack clothing. If you are a person that does not have standard proportions, you know how difficult it can be to find quality clothing that fits. You have to spend time going all over town and try on every shirt...
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Custom Tailored Shirts and Pants for Women and Men
November 2, 2012
When your clothing fits properly, you know you look good, and that in turn makes you feel good. There’s a boost to your confidence level when you have on an outfit that’s both comfortable and flattering. You can try to find such clothing at a department store, but it’s really difficult to find anything that...
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Copy Your Favorite Suit at Alan David NYC
October 29, 2012
A custom tailored suit from Alan David NYC is a great way to get an affordable suit that will fit you perfectly. You will have the option of picking out all the details, such as the width of the shoulders, the drape of the pants, and how the jacket fits. What if you have a...
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Custom Theatre and Movie Wardrobe
October 26, 2012
Ever wonder why actors always look so good in their suits? It’s because they are custom made, of course! And whether you are a working actor, an aspiring actor, appearing on the news, appearing in your company’s PR videos, or just want to look your best, Alan David NYC can help you out with custom...
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Custom Clothing from Alan David NYC
October 22, 2012
Custom made garments are often seen as high end luxury items. However, they are actually extremely affordable and make sense for your wardrobe. Custom suits cost only slightly more than off the rack suits, but you have a wider range of choice in styles, fit, and fabric. You can have a custom suit fitted exactly...
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The Latest in Light Fabric for Custom Suits
October 19, 2012
These days, men have several options for their suits. However, to truly have a good selection, you will want to consider investing in a custom made suit. And for the summer months, men will want to consider investing in lighter weight fabrics for their suits. Not only do these lighter fabrics breathe better, but the...
