In our world of individualized style, the buzz words 'custom' and ‘made-to-measure’ are used with increased frequency as blanketed terms for a wide range of tailored-clothing techniques, but what do they really mean and are you really getting what you’re paying for? Today on Teddy’s Journal we’re discussing the 6 reasons you should consider a made-to-measure garment. So, what exactly is made-to-measure? Made-to-measure is by far the most predominant tailoring technique in the realm of custom clothing. Offering a superior option to a ready-to-wear or an off the rack garment, made-to-measure pieces are constructed to fit each customer individually by taking a pre-determined pattern and adjusting that pattern based on the client’s own measurements. Most made-to-measure garments offer several points of fit customization, along with a...
If you are anything like us you’ve found these slower months to be a great catalyst for meaningful conversation. We get asked frequently about our service opportunities here in the shop particularly in the areas of styling and wardrobe refreshments. We thought what better time than now to decode some of the fears and questions that arise when considering changing things up. Now you may not be looking for a total closet overhaul but perhaps bringing some practical tips on how you can improve your look would be helpful. Maybe last year’s styles just don’t seem to be fitting as right or you’re completely unsure of where to start, these questions and more can be answered in our most recent Q...
A staple pair of 5 pockets is a versatile component when it comes to a man’s wardrobe. We are excited to highlight one our newest German brands to the shop, BRAX. Founded by Bernward Leineweber in Berlin in 1888, the company has made a name for itself as a key player in the premium casual clothing segment. "BRAX is all about passion: A passion for inspiring customers for our products. This passion guides us in every project and all decisions during our day-to-day work. This has enabled us to develop BRAX into a successful casual fashion brand, well beyond our core product - trousers. Much of the BRAX success can be attributed to their focus on areas of quality,...
It goes without saying that no gift can sum up all the love, gratitude, and appreciation we feel for our dads, but it is still nice to get a present that is unique to him. With Father’s Day just days away we’ve put together a few looks for every type of dad. From the adventurer to the sartorialist, we’ve scoured our store from top to bottom and selected a few one-of-a-kind gift ideas for each. The Lake Dad This warm weather has us looking forward to long weekends on the lake this summer! Perhaps your dad enjoys nothing more than being by the water too. Our Faherty swim trunks and All-Day shorts are the perfect staples to ensure dad keeps...
Graduation season is upon us. That special time of the year in which we celebrate the big accomplishments of those near and dear to us. Whether graduating from high school, college or a post-graduate program, we know you want to shower your special grad with a gift that’s just right for him. Maybe you are looking for something that helps ease him into adulthood or maybe you are looking for something special that he can keep and treasure for many years to come. We’ve noted a few of our top picks from the shop that will cover you either way and definitely show him you are proud of his achievements in this chapter of his life! 1. Collegiate Tie Whether...
