Shanghai.
Our team of more than 60 people based in Zürich (Switzerland) with offices in Barcelona and Shanghai work hard to bring new custom made products to you. We are really proud of our Made in Shanghai.
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Who owns Hockerty?
Alberto Gil
Hockerty was created by three young entrepreneurs at their early 20s as they realised it was difficult to find affordable tailor-made clothing. Like most other startups, they started from their own bedroom with money borrowed from friends and family.
Is Hockerty half canvas?
All Hockerty suit jackets are half-canvassed, which allows for the jacket to drape naturally over the chest.
Who is Hockerty?
About Hockerty
Founded in 2008, Hockerty is the e-commerce leader in custom suits and custom shirts, as we offer our customers complete freedom to design their own clothes by choosing from a wide range of styles and fabrics.
When was Sumissura founded?
Created in 2013 following a growing demand from our female community, Sumissura has slowly but surely taken an important place in the online custom market.
Where does Hockerty make their suits?
Our team of more than 60 people based in Zürich (Switzerland) with offices in Barcelona and Shanghai work hard to bring new custom made products to you. We are really proud of our Made in Shanghai.
Who makes the best made-to-measure suits?
Here, a quick ranking of the top 5 online retailers of made-to-measure suits.
- INDOCHINO.
- Black Lapel.
- Institchu.
- Hockerty.
- iTailor.
How long do fused suits last?
3-5 years
If the garment is made with a fused canvas, you can expect 3-5 years of life on the high end. This assumes you hang your suit up properly after each wear and let it air out overnight before placing it back in its garment bag.
Does Hockerty have a store?
We don’t have any physical store you can go to. In fact, the fact that we don’t have offers is one of the reasons why we can offer you so convenient prices on made to measure garments and shoes: because we save on really expensive costs that give little advantage to the customer.
Is made-to-measure worth it?
Made-to-measure suits also tend to be outsourced to a different country for production, which may lead to lengthier lead times and less accuracy in the finished product. Although more expensive and time-consuming, made-to-measure suits tend to fit much better than ready-to-wear suits.
Where are Itailor suits made?
Asia
We are the first and the best custom made tailoring factory in Asia with a pool of over 200 skilled workers employed under one roof. Being a direct custom tailoring factory, we specialize solely in custom made suiting and shirting, and we are the best in our field.
What is a MTM suit?
A made-to-measure suit refers to a suit that’s made from an existing pattern then modified to meet your exact measurements and provide a better fit—for example, if you need a wider shoulder or a shorter length than the ready-to-wear jackets you see in the shop.
What bespoke suits?
With a bespoke suit, a pattern is designed and made from scratch based on the client’s measurements, often from 20+ measurements involving multiple fittings, and takes considerably longer to produce than a made-to-measure garment. This ensures a precise fit, particularly in the shoulders as well as the posture areas.
What is the difference between bespoke and made-to-measure?
Bespoke tailors draw a unique paper pattern by hand. Made to Measure tailors use an existing pattern and make some basic modifications to it.
What does a made-to-measure suit cost?
Lower costs than bespoke suits: Made-to-measure suits can cost as little as $400 or less at online tailors though, in many cases, you get what you pay for. At traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, suits generally range from approximately $700 – 2,000 depending on the brand, fabric and options.
Are Charles Tyrwhitt suits good quality?
Tyrwhitt shirts are a top favorite among our online community members. In terms of quality, the consensus is that while not rising in the level of something from a bespoke shirtmaker or a traditional English or Italian atelier, Tyrwhitt shirts are comfortable, durable, and perfectly serviceable business wear.
How do you tell if a suit is fused or canvassed?
Pinch Test
Gently pull the layers apart. If you feel a third layer inside, then the coat is fully canvassed. If you don’t feel a third layer, or the fabric feels stiffer and thicker than that of the sleeve, the jacket is more than likely fused.
Are Armani suits fused or canvassed?
And beware, many designer suits like Armani and HUGO BOSS use fusing in some of their product lines – yet they still charge a premium price.
Are Hugo Boss suits canvassed or fused?
Like the other fused jackets I’ve written about, the Hugo Boss jacket is relatively limp compared to a fully-canvassed garment, in which the floating canvas creates a sort of skeleton. The fabric, from a reputable mill in Italy called Guabello, isn’t particularly remarkable and is quite thin.
Is made-to-measure better than off-the-rack?
Made to Measure Suits
Fabrics are often of a better quality than off the rack suits but may be of a lower grade compared to bespoke suits. As the suits are adjusted to your measurements, they are of a better fit than off the rack suits.
How much is a Tom Ford made-to-measure suit?
Around 300 fabrics are available for tailored clothing and another 200 for shirtings. Seven weeks after a second fitting, final alterations are made by the in-store tailor. At all Tom Ford stores, including New York and Beverly Hills; suits start at $4,640, tuxedos at $5,540, shirts at $680, shoes at $3,400.