tailoring
My Ascot Chang Custom Suit
Since there are no events to cover (or even hangouts with friends too turn into editorials), I thought it would be nice to finally write an essay on one of my most requested garments: my custom suit from Ascot Chang, cut from blue Crispaire.
I went through the commissioning experience over a year ago, so my memory might be fuzzy and there aren’t as many detailed pics, but I hope you all enjoy it. It was rather nice to walk through memory line and revisit what it was like to get one of the best (and highest quality) suits I own.
The Elbow Patch Repair
Shoulder Surgery
So, I continued doing what you should never really do to your suit and sportcoats: alter the shoulder. I have no regrets, as my vintage pieces are less square and way more comfortable to wear!
Altering the Shoulder
I did the one thing you shouldn’t do at the tailor: alter the shoulders. Read More
Purchased on eBay: The Polo RL Cotton DB Suit
Early Polo RL is one of the best ways to get a 1930s-40’s looking suit that isn’t actually vintage. eBay can really come in clutch!
Tailoring Transformation: The Thrifted 90’s Brown DB Suit
My First Navy Jacket and Reducing its Shoulder Padding
Can you believe it’s taken me this long to finally get a basic, navy blue single breasted jacket?
a little bit of rest 