Products And Services Update - August 2002

Greetings from www.mycustomtailor.comFirstly, we would like to thank all our clients for their very valuable patronage and we would like to thank our resellers for the constant support and encouragement we receive from them.
This encourages us to do even better and to surpass the already high standards of work we maintain.
Our clients and our resellers are the life blood of our business without whom, we would be nothing and nowhere. You are the reason for our success and we whole heartedly Thank You for it.
Because of our sense of obligation to our clients, supporters and friends, we issue this advance notice of some changes that will be instigated at our website in the beginning of September 2002.

We are delighted to confirm that per our constant endeavor to improve on our quality and workmanship, we are, as of the 1st of August 2002, instigating the following upgrades to our finished products.
The fabric line has been totally overhauled in the past couple of months to reflect higher quality materials, finer wools and better quality cottons and silks.
We have overhauled and improved all our production processes from order processing to actual production and eventual delivery. New machines have been introduced to the production line to improve the speed and quality of workmanship of all custom clothing.
We are sure clients who have placed orders recently will have noticed the marked difference in the quality of finished product delivered and the speed of execution and delivery of all orders.

For example, all custom made shirts will have improved and more advanced fusions on the collars and even finer stitching on the shirt body. The lining on all our jackets have been upgraded to a finer grain satin cloth that is even more durable and smooth to wear.
Interlocking on the pants has been upgraded to a tighter weave that is more durable.
Other details and services including interactive features of the MyAccounts section have been redone to serve the needs of our clients even better and we now have available, possibilities to order swatches for first hand viewing.

Due to an increase in our costing structure because of the product upgrades and improvements, we would like to inform you that some of our prices will be revised in early September to meet and address the needs of an even higher quality finished product.
Fluctuating exchange rates, increases in courier and logistics charges after September 11, 2001 and other general increases in operating costs require us to reflect these increases in our product prices.
We have not increased our prices in the last two plus years and have in fact reduced some of the prices around a year and a half ago.
However, the present realities must also be taken into consideration.
The price revisions are not going to be drastic, but revisions nevertheless. We expect to revise prices between five and ten percent from existing pricing structures.

I do hope this does not deter you from using our services and I hope for the continued support and patronage of all our clients and friends.

Thanking you, We remain with best regards,
your E-tailors at www.mycustomtailor.com

Shopping And The Body Type For Mens Custom Tailored Suits And Shirts

TALL MEN - The taller the tree, the broader its branches, so the tall man needs fuller cut clothes for balance and style. The selections should de-emphasize length by breaking up the vertical lines.

Jackets
1. Sloping shoulders of generous width.
2. Coat should be cut on the longer side.
3. Double-breasted model that buttons on waist, not below it, such as the 6/2 placement.
4. Two-button single-breasted.
5. Broader lapels, finishing in lower area of upper chest.
6. Flap pockets and the additional ticket pocket help fragment verticality.
7. The fabrics can be heavier in look, such as flannels and cheviots, and of larger scale in pattern, such as broad stripes, hound’s-tooth checks, glen plaids, or squared-off windows panes.

Trousers
1. Long rise, full cut with deep pleats.
2. Leg with grntle taper.
3. Cuffs (1 พ”) with definite break on shoe.

Accessories
1. Full-cut shirts must show ฝ” of shirt cuff.
2. White contrast collars and cuffs break up length.

3. Amply proportioned spread collars.
4. Broadly spaced, fine-lined stripes, tatters all check, windowpanes, and horizontal stripes.
5. Belts break up length.
6. Welt-soled shoes for more substantial foundation.

ATHLETIC BUILD - For the man of average height whose chest size is at least eight inches more than his waist size, the principle is to reproportion the oversized shoulder with the smaller bottom.

Jackets
1. Shoulders should be as unpadded and natural-looking as possible.
2. Jackets need length to balance the strong shoulder without shortening the leg line.
3. Minimal waist suppression.
4. Two-button single-breasted over double-breasted-avoid three-button single-breasted.
5. Lapels should be full with slight belly.
6. Flap on pockets.
7. Side vents or no vents.
8. Fabrics should de-emphasize bulk: solid worsteds, herringbones, vertical windowpanes, subtle stripe with no less than พ” spacing.

Trousers
1. To fill out the jacket, Trouser must be worn as high on waist as comfortable.
2. Full cut through hip and thigh with taper to 1 พ” cuff.
3. Trouser leg should have definite break on shoe.

Accessories (Assuming a broad face and thick neck)
1. Vertical shirt collar such as tab or long points.
2. Solid, striped, or patterned neckwear.
3. Shirt with strong stripes.
4. Shoes with larger scale to balance shoulders.


By www.mycustomtailor.com

Business Clothing And The Custom Tailor Made Executive Mens Wear

Business Clothing And The Custom Tailor Made Executive Mens Wear
By www.customtailor.com
No matter what people say, first impressions are mostly based on physical appearance. That's how it works in the dating game and that's what often happens in the business world. We are judged on the way we introduce ourselves, on our body language, and most of all, on the way we dress.

Bear in mind, however, that a flawless dressing style is only a complement to substance and a good work ethic, not a substitute. See it as a competitive edge.

Because of their position on the corporate ladder, executives, more than anyone else in the organization, should strive to dress and look their best every day. The first step in dressing for success is determining exactly how many suits, shirts, ties, and accessories you will need to keep your wardrobe diverse.

That being said, here is a quantitative list of basic items an executive should find in his wardrobe. Keep in mind that by mixing and matching the following items, you'll be able to go two weeks without wearing the same outfit twice.


Suits

As an executive, you should own four to six suits; this includes a double-breasted one. Stick to dark, classic colors such as navy, black, charcoal gray, and burgundy.


Shirts

Your wardrobe should also include ten to twelve dress shirts. Mix it up with a couple of white, light blue, and black wide spread collared shirts (straight point collars will also do).


Ties

As an executive, your tie should always exude seriousness and a high level of professionalism. Rotate between eight to ten conservative ties, and don't be afraid to throw some striped and patterned ones into the mix.



Belts & shoes

To complete your conservative ensemble, you'll need at least two dressy leather belts and two pairs of leather shoes.
A pair of black shoes and a black belt are must-haves in any business wardrobe. Brown and deep burgundy (or oxblood) are also practical colors for dressy shoes and business accessories.


Jackets, sweaters & sporty shirts

For casual Fridays and other less formal occasions, you should own at least two sports jackets, two dressier sweaters, and two casual dress shirts (here's where your more fitted shirts come in handy, as well as those with less-traditional patterns).


Trousers

Match any of the aforementioned tops with one of four pairs of dress pants; two pairs of casual trousers (such as khakis or corduroys); and one of two pairs of blue jeans (for very casual days, of course).


Casual shoes and belt

You should own at least one pair of casual shoes and a casual belt to wear with your less-formal pants.
The finishing touches...


Last but not least, every executive should own at least one elegant watch and two sets of cufflinks to round out his business wardrobe.



At this point you're probably sweating over how much this executive wardrobe is going to cost you. Although the list seems excessive at first glance, keep in mind that most of these items are timeless where style is concerned. You should not think of this future shopping spree as an expense, but as a long-term investment.
Also keep in mind that most of these items are classic, and you probably already own some of them.
The rest can of course be Custom Made by www.MyCustomTailor.com
Article Suggested By: Matt McGuire, Chicago, IL, USA

Custom Tailors and Mens Suits and Shirts

Welcome to MyCustomtailor.com

Your online Custom Tailors, who specialize in made to measure business, formal and casual dress wear.
At MyCustomTailor.com, we strive to provide clothing of top notch quality at very reasonable prices and excellent customer service.Our Motto? excellent quality, efficient service, superb workmanship and great value!Our Mission? to provide real solutions to ill-fitting off the rack clothing for all!
With a wide range of the latest styles, from the classics to the ultra modern; and a wide choice of excellent fabrics, we are a one-stop shop for custom tailored mens and womens wear for all occassions.
Our designs for mens suits, Blazers or sports jackets, Tuxedos and Coats range from single breasted two button classic to double breasted Italian cuts. Fit and silhoutte can range from the tailored look to the unconstructed drape.
Mens trousers can be made to measure from the basic plain front style to the full cut triple pleated kind and everything in between.

Mens shirts are offered in cottons like pinpoint oxfords, twills and Egyptian cottons and in silks like the ubiquitous Thai silk, Sandwashed Chinese silk and in silk blends as well as Linens.
Shirt styles range from the classic Italian forward points and English Broad collars to button downs, spread or cut away collars and open neck 'hawaiin' collars with long or short sleeves and classic barrel cuffs or French cuffs. Options like pockets, cuffs, placate fronts, pleated back and monogramming too are fully customizable at MyCustomTailor.com

Suit fabrics range from Gabardines and Worsteds to super 100s wools and Italian Cashmeres as well as Linens and silk suitings in plain and patterns such as pinstripes, chalk stripes, birdseye, nailshead, flecks, plaid and checks.
For Women, we offer skirt suits, pantsuits, blazers, shirts, dresses and evening wear that is fully customized to individual tastes in a vast array of materials and colours, from silks, linens, cottons, crepe, wool and more in the latest fashions from top designers.
Being tailors for Men and Women for three generations, our clients hail from all walks of life. From diplomats to students and from the urban professional to the astute businessman. For a look at some fun facts about our experiences, check out our trivia at http://www.mycustomtailor.com/trivia.php

Visit us at www.mycustomtailor.com for all your clothing needs.
Look out also for new articles being added to this weblog for the tailoring afficianados.