Why Every Man Needs A Custom Dress Shirt
the appeal for custom wear is looking particularly good these days.
Shot on location at 19 Dutch, New York.
Photography, Daniel D’Ottavio
Styling, Igee Okafor
the appeal for custom wear is looking particularly good these days.
As the men’s style coterie continues to expand, it is with full presence of mind that I predict a space where every man is comfortable enough to own clothing for everyday use that is unique to their taste and preferences.
As much as we all love the convenience of being able to shop and receive instantly, I find that it is my duty to inform your options. Let’s face it, no matter where and what you shop off the rack, there are always things you wish you could change or alter - whether its weight, fabric, collar size, pockets and so on.
This is where the art of custom clothing comes in. In case you’re not familiar with the terminology, when an item of clothing is custom made, it solely means that you’re dealing with garments that are created to your specifications. In contrast to off the rack clothing, custom wear feels a bit more individualized and special. If you’ve heard the words ‘Made To Measure’ or ‘BeSpoke’, it is safe to say they both align with the definition although, slightly different in technique.
The appeal and request for custom clothing is looking exceptionally good these days however, only a small number are aware of its various offerings. If you’re looking to try it out, the best item of clothing to start with would be a classic white shirt. You’ll probably need to wear it every other day for work or business casual activities, and it also makes for the perfect palette to test your first custom flair on. There isn’t much to risk there especially as an essential piece.
I personally can't get enough of classically tailored shirts especially when they're custom made to suit my taste and my body type. This season, I am introducing a new brand to my wardrobe that does exactly that. Milemark is a new shirting company that is dedicated to creating custom shirting for men who appreciate luxury, and well produced quality. Accessibility and functionality in menswear is very important to me and the expertise the brand exudes and values makes them one to note in my book.
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