Len is a truly wonderful man. There is no feeling like stepping into his wonderful workshop and…read morecommissioning a piece. His suits among the top (Savile Row) quality, in existence. Customer service is great; Leonard will not only become your tailor, but your friend. He has made suits for the movie stars and titans of industry alike and has the stories to back it up. Here you will truly get the best bespoke suit from the best fabrics, one of the greatest cutters in the world. Client for life

Here is what you get when you order a custom suit from Mr. Ned:…read more Varham, son of the founder Ned, takes your measurements and quizzes you gently about what sort of suit you have in mind. They will make you any sort suit you want -- there isn't an enforced house style -- although Varham will steer you away from any utterly wrongheaded decisions. The measurements are applied to a pre-existing block pattern that best matches the cut you've specified. Second fitting is with just the basted body of the jacket to allow for significant alterations. Final fitting has the collar and sleeves already set, the trousers completed, with just the buttonholes and fine tweaking remaining. Total turnaround time is roughly 6-8 weeks; total cost using standard super 100/120 fabric is $850; functioning sleeve buttons and hand finishing along the lapel will run you $50 a piece. This is not true custom/bespoke given that they are working off an existing pattern. That said, I have to imagine they're drawing from a great multitude of proprietary patterns in order to accommodate all the sizes and shapes coming through their door. Moreover, all work is done on the premises, and the owner takes the measurements personally and shepherds your suit through every stage of production. In my mind, that's about as close as you're going to get to custom at a price that's remotely affordable without a finance job. Now am I happy with my first suit from Mr. Ned? Frankly, I am a tiny bit ambivalent. On the plus side: the trousers are fantastic and are perfect not just in fit but are of a piece with the ensemble. The back of the jacket and the sleeves exhibit terrific fit and drape. Finally, the lapel has a kind of graceful flow that says, "I am wearing a custom made garment!" to anyone sensitive to this strain of vanity. My criticism involves a rather imperfect drape to the sides and a lack of polish in the details due to the garment being largely machine made (although all the critical components like the sleeves are set by hand). At my final fitting, Varham pointed out this was my first suit with them. Implicitly the second suit would be an improvement, at least in the fit department. For most readers, $850 is a lot to spend on something that is only the first step towards a perfect fitting suit. For me, it's justifiable in that I wear suits for work constantly. I require a garment that is not only truly comfortable, but can withstand the wear and tear of NYC life; my suit is made from 14 oz Scabal Super 100 which is some pretty tough wool - it feels like a military uniform. Is it worth it? Absolutely. I wear my Mr. Ned suit more than any other. I feel more confident, thinner, smarter, etc. It's hard to put a price on materialistically driven self-worth, right? More objectively, Mr. Ned is widely regarded as the best game in town for custom suits under a $1,000. He knows his craft, delivers the goods on time, and makes the garments in NYC. I can't think of anyone else that can even come close to offering that kind of value for money. Cool Trivia: Mr. Ned is the preferred tailor of film director Wes Anderson and made all the suits for the Royal Tenembaums.

I have had three suits made here. Despite the fact that Varahm is a nice guy and they use union…read morelabor and treat their employees well, I Will never go back. The first suit I had made turned out too boxy for my taste, but I recognize that as my fault since I was new to the custom clothing world and simply didn't know what I wanted well enough to express my opinion on the matter. That said, there were construction problems that rest on Ned's shoulders. Most notably, the lapel was not sewn properly and so there are dramatic, unsightly ripples at the notch. Also, despite being boxy, the jacket is incredibly uncomfortable. I can not wear it for mroe than thirty or forty minutes while working at the computer without cramping in my upper back. This suit sits in my closet and I wear it maybe 2 times a year. The second suit I had made turned out better. This was because I was clear about my likes and dislikes with respect to the previous suit. While the cut is more to my liking, there were construction problems that really detract from the suit. Most notably, the suit came with a small hole in the crotch. Seriously. Also significant, the shoulders were cut differently and so the whole thing doesn't look uniform. Arg. I wear this suit when I want to look decent, but don't care if something bad happens to my clothes. (i.e., I might wear it to a wedding reception where it is likely to have a drink spilled on it, but never to a fancy dinner or an interview) Less you think they get better the more you work with them. The third suit was a total disaster. The sleeves were opened for buttons then inexplicably sewn all the way shut. The sleeves were attached in such a way to make me look like a zombie while wearing it. The fit was a weird combination of boxy and too tight. Literally unwearable. I simply gave the jacket away and now have one pair of very, very expensive suit pants. For labor-friendly alternatives try Martin Greenfield in Brooklyn or Samuelson made suits from Paul Stuart.

Mr. Simon Barchi is pinnacle of classically-trained, hand-crafted bespoke tailors. I first bought a…read moredesigner shirt from him five years ago, and it's still the most beautiful shirt I own. This year, we hired him to create bespoke shirts for our wedding. We also had him tailor our suits, and we purchased accessories he handpicked to match our suits (ties, belts, pocket squares). We looked like a million bucks! His customer service was phenomenal, too. When my husband decided he had selected a 'too business-y' suit and wanted to start over only days before our ceremony (!!!), Mr. Barchi personally got involved to help him make the right choice buying a new suit. Barchi's work is second to none. They don't make them anymore like Mr. Barchi. You will get a beautifully tailored suit, shirt or accessories if you use him.

Barchi was so kind and nice. A great tailor shop he was extremely helpful. I definitely recommend…read morehim!

I have been going to Elliott for my suits for several years now. The work he does is brilliant and…read morehe has a wide depth of knowledge on the entire process of making a suit. My partner and I recently had several suits made by Raconte and we couldn't be happier. The entire process was brilliant and very safe. My partner had never experienced having clothes made custom for her and now she can't understand why she has gone so long without bespoke items. You will feel absolutely spoiled by this master craftsman. Also, if you get overwhelmed by the wide selection of high quality patterns, materials, stitches, buttons, etc Elliott will happily hold your hand through all of it and help you create something beautiful. I suggest Elliott, now Raconte, to all of my friends and associates. I trust no one more. P.s. Ask for the Birch Water

I originally went to Reconte to have a shirt made for my wedding. They offered so much more…read more Elliot made me that shirt but he also helped me craft my entire outfit. He listened carefully to what I wanted and then help guide me in a direction. He gave advice on which tie color/pattern would look good in photos. He even pinned up my existing suit and took it to the tailor for me! Elliot is low pressure and fun to collaborate with. His clothing feels high quality and personalized. Thanks to him I looked great and felt great on my wedding day. I cannot recommend him and Reconte more.

These criminals took half down on a deposit for two suits. Then they fraudulently ran my card two…read moredays later for the remainder of the amount. Guess what? Never received the suits. Filed a claim with my credit card and found out that the shop forged my signature on the second running of the card - sketchiest business I've ever worked with and am now in litigation. STAY AWAY

So glad that Alex moved back to NYC and now has his own studio! Best bespoke designer and tailor…read morein all of NYC! He not only puts you in an amazing shirt/suit combo, but he does an amazing job at showing a novice what to look for in a suit and all the accessories. I've gotten 5 suits and countless shirts from Alex and will never buy from a store ever again.

I have been looking forever for a custom shirt maker who is efficient, stylish and affordable. So…read morefar I have tried 1. Michael Andrews 2. PINK 3. Custom Men 4. My Honk Kong guy who come to the city twice a year 5. Lower East Side - Custom tailors 6. Indian Tailors, when I am in India 7. CEGO The Sock Hop is unique because everything gets done in house, Reza, Vincent and Ted measure you, talk to you and most importantly listen to you... They make the shirt onsite in their store (and if you know about the custom shirt business, you know how hard this is to find, the shirt doesn't go half way around the world). The turn around time is ridiculous; almost un-believable! I got my shirt done in less than a week, and when i tried it on, it was perfect. No alterations needed, nothing. One fitting and it fits like a glove. The price is well worth it, still less than say a PINK made to order shirt. This is truly a Gem - the clean lines and fit on my shirt reflect some thing special! What takes all this up a notch is the fact that the guys here are warm and friendly. Thanks Guys! I cant wait to phase out all my shirts - my quest for the perfect shirt has finally ended. P.S. - They are called the sock hop because they have really great socks as well :)

This store is truly a gem in NYC. They make the shirts in the shop, allowing them to have control…read moreover every little detail in the shirts. But the experience is not overwhelming because Reza, Vincent, and Luke have tremendous experience with mens shirts. I've gotten dress shirts and casual shirts from them. The fabrics for the dress shirts that I have tried are truly remarkable: sea island cotton for the summer, broadcloth, pinpoint, and even a subtle herringbone. And the casual shirts are impressive in their own right. If you can dream it, The Hop will help you make it. The oxford shirt I got here, is made from such a nice heavy fabric that it puts all of my other oxfords to shame.

The short version: David is a real-deal master, and amply earns every dollar you spend with him. If…read moreyou're on the fence about whether or not to buy a bespoke suit at all, his work is jaw-droppingly worth it. If you're choosing between tailors, David will give you a level of attention and care that exceeds any I've worked with. The longer version: I purchased a bespoke suit from David in January. He was extremely accommodating to my schedule as an out-of-town client (I lived in DC at the time) for the initial appointment and for the two subsequent fittings. The first appointment with David is tremendous fun and tremendously informative---as you pick out fabrics and settle on a style, you quickly get a sense of his skill and enthusiasm (both extremely high). As a consequence of his attention to detail, you'll learn about variables you'd likely never thought of, even if you've spent a great deal of time thinking about men's clothing. During the subsequent fittings, David was appropriately exacting about alterations, which yielded a suit so plainly meant for me that I look for any and all justifications to wear it, and clap giddily each time I do. Strangers are equally enthusiastic, which, you know, is great. David is also a real delight to work with: while deadly serious about his craft, he's extremely good company with enough stories to last as long as you could need. I'm certainly going back.

Unacceptable stress and poor project management for a high-end tuxedo…read more My experience with David was incredibly disappointing and stressful. Despite placing a deposit in June for a December wedding-giving us a six-month lead time-the process was mismanaged from start to finish. Although I requested a mid-November completion to avoid last-minute anxiety, and David promised to accommodate this, the timeline was completely ignored. I had to chase him repeatedly for updates. I didn't receive a first fitting until seven days before my wedding. Even then, the suit was in shambles: a jacket missing a sleeve, pants without buttons, and no vest. This forced me to attend three stressful fittings during my wedding week. At one point, he actually asked if delivery after my wedding date would be acceptable. I lost so much faith in the process that I purchased a backup tuxedo from Suitsupply just to be safe. Eventually, he delivered the suit at 11:00 PM the night before my wedding. For a garment costing nearly five figures, the quality is merely 'decent,' not outstanding, and it was missing several custom details we agreed upon at the start. I cannot recommend this service.

JG NYC has been our go to for custom menswear. Well actually, all of my fiancé's menswear lately…read more The attention to detail, communication and creativity is one of a kind! If you need a suit and want to sprinkle some style on top of it, this is your place to go! You will not be disappointed. Thank you JG for working with and styling my fiancé for some of our most memorable events so far & I look forward to seeing him in more of your work in the future !