Suits and tailoring

Suits selected on shoulder and cut, then altered at sleeve, waist, seat and hem, with a second fitting.

What it is

A suit is bought on the jacket shoulder and then tailored. Shoulder width, chest size and jacket length come from the rack; sleeve, waist, trouser length and seat are the tailor work that turns a size into a fit.

What is included

Full measurement and cut selection
Fabric weight and construction explained
Pinned fitting with shoes
Sleeve, waist, seat and hem alterations
Second fitting before handover

How it works

Measurement and cut

We measure chest, waist, shoulder and height, and identify whether a regular, short or long cut is right.

Fabric and construction

We explain wool weight, weave and whether the canvas is full, half or fused, which decides how the jacket ages.

Fitting

We pin sleeve length, jacket waist, trouser length and seat with shoes on.

Alteration and final fitting

We complete the alterations and fit again before the suit leaves, not after.

Frequent questions

How much shirt cuff should show?

About one centimetre below the jacket sleeve. Sleeve length is the alteration most often skipped and the one most visible.

What is a canvassed jacket?

A layer between fabric and lining that gives the chest its shape. Full canvas moulds to the wearer over time; fused is glued and cheaper but never moulds.

What wool weight should I buy?

For most of the year in Brazil, a lighter wool in the 220 to 260 gram range wears far more comfortably than a heavier cloth.

Next step. Send us the details of your case and we will reply with the information needed to move forward. Write to [email protected] or call +55 (15) 3247-6742.