A crisp suit will always be an essential piece in a man’s wardrobe
While there are other ways now to dress for formal gatherings, the appeal of a classic suit and tie will always be an option to consider. Even as fashion continues to move forward, that is not to say that such pieces and a traditional dapper look are already dated.
And for this category in particular, the option to have one custom-made is readily available. While fashion designers can be the easier option, there is the more traditional choice of going to a tailoring shop.
Should you want or need a suit and tie the old-fashioned way, here are nine tailoring shops for you to consider.
William Lee
A newcomer in the industry, William Lee aims to be a bridge between traditional and contemporary tailoring. With fabrics and processes made in Hong Kong, they offer a balance between old-style and modern suit motifs.
Exclusively His
Accessibility is key for Exclusively His. Along with numerous branches nationwide are affordable prices, whether for suit-making or alterations, without the need to sacrifice the quality of service.
SALVO Tailors
Located within Poblacion is SALVO Tailors. Notably, aside from being the usual men’s tailoring shop, 2018 saw them create SALVO Women and they now offer bespoke options for both men and women locally.
Common Suits Manila
Common Suits Manila is a branch of the Singapore-based tailor. Suits here are made exclusively with European fabrics, such as Zegna, Loro Piana, and Vitale Barberis Canonico. Aside from that, they also offer their signature house cut, which is a balance between modern and classical silhouettes.
Tiño Suits & Tailoring
Tiño is the brainchild of master tailor Napoleon Arienza. Coming from a family of tailors since the ‘60s, he opened his Makati-based shop, which aims to bring tailoring to a contemporary audience. Additionally, aside from their custom suits, Tiño offers ready-to-wear jackets, robes, and formal shoes made by them.
Felipe & Sons
People may know of Felipe & Sons as a barbershop, but it’s actually a “barberdashery” in their own words. For their suits, they offer a fair share of categories that range from basic black and whites to executive-level choices that feature high-grade fabrics. With their two-in-one setup, this is an ideal option for a modern gentleman.
J.E. & Co. Tailoring
J.E. & Co. is inarguably the gentleman’s one-stop shop. Along with their custom suits are ready-to-wear accessories, footwear, and even whisky offerings. Quality is guaranteed for J.E. & Co. as evidenced by their clients that range from local athletes, media personalities, and even politicians.
J. Recon Tailors
J. Recon in Taguig stands out in this list due to its home service option, immersing its clients in its services, as well as informing them about suit-making processes. They also offer versatility in options, with a Basic choice for essentials or the highly premium Excelsior offering.
Suit it Up Manila
Suit it Up Manila brings in over four decades of tailoring experience. Accompanying this is their status of being the first Holland & Sherry and Dormeuil distributors, two renowned suit-making fabrics internationally. They were also the first to use Size Stream body scanners locally, which ensure almost-perfect body measurements in a matter of seconds. Similar to J.E. & Co., they have a clientele to back up their credibility. Names such as Dingdong Dantes, Arjo Atayde, and Nico Bolzico have gotten custom pieces from them in the past.