Fellas, do yourself a favor and head over to Balani. Hands down the best shopping experience I ever had. I needed a new and less conservative suit for a specific event. I'm tall with very long arms, alll the department stores had to offer was the same tired fare. I made an appointment at Balani . John took care of business, professional, friendly, and honest. I got exactly what I needed on a tight timeline. They offer a ton of options in regards to fabric, cut, and color. Be sure to get some custom shirts as well, they make all the difference. You pay for what you get so be prepared to spend a couple of bucks, but come on man, you deserve it. read more

Terrible experience. Had tried them once in 2024 and was quite pleased so went back in September of 2025 and ordered two jackets and 6 shirts. It's March 7th and I still haven't received anything. Went in for a fitting back in November and the fit was terrible - two sizes too big for a custom order!! Since then the experience has been abysmal. I've not been provided any updates despite multiple follow ups. Have connected with a manager and was promised expedient service but nothing. I still don't have any of the items. At such premium prices, I would expect top notch service. Avoid this place - several other custom clothiers that are much better. read more

My custom tuxedo looks great! I asked for a James Bond look, chose a higher end fabric, and my wife said I look like Bruce Wayne wearing it. I'll take that as a win. Fair price for premium product. John did a really great job guiding me through the various selections. read more

John was excellent throughout the process, from start to finish he was able to bring my wants and ideas into concrete options. His knowledge and expertise is apparent, and the overall organization was able to ensure my suit was in hand the week before my sisters wedding, with enough time to ensure last minute tailoring was possible. Not only did I get a great suit, but an education in style which I lacked. Worth every penny. read more

Can I give zero stars? Avoid this place. Had an appointment. Noon. Drove in from the burbs. Paid for the garage. Headed over, waited for 15 minutes. Said I was leaving because it appeared no one cared about my business. Not much of a response from someone cleaning up the store. Didn't hear anything afterward. Again, for the amount of money you will probably drop by purchasing a suit here, its not worth your time. Go find a place that cares. They don't. read more

David Tinter is extremely professional and the quality of the material is exceptional. Being a taller person fittings can be difficult, however David is detail oriented and excellent. I have been fitted for a number of custom suits for various reason and all have been spot on. My suits range from summer, winter and recently for my daughters wedding. I am very happy with all the results. I will definitely continue to use Balani Custom Suits. Thank You! read more

Finally found a custom place that gives me the look I'm after! After trying and failing at a couple other custom or made-to-measure places, tried here, and this has been the first real success. First started with some pants, then did a sportscoat, and finally just got my first suit from them. Took a long time for me to get around to purchasing the suit, as I'm a WFH computer programmer, don't have much demand for wearing suits, and the pandemic put a big hiatus on ordering more tailored clothing. However, I clearly waited too long. I just got my suit back from them, and it's absolutely glorious. My wife's eyes damn near popped out of her head when she first saw me in the new suit. Also had a friend stop by when I was wearing it for the first time out, and was told "you look like a menswear Instagram influencer". As someone that's into looking good but has a difficult body shape to fit with tailored clothing, it's very, very satisfying to finally have the kind of suit I was dreaming about. Can't wait to get my next piece! read more

I can't say enough good things about Cordt Withum and Balani Custom Clothiers in Chicago. Cordt outfitted me in a beautiful custom suit and three shirts in 2017 for an opening night performance. Working with Cordt was a pleasure. His knowledge of style, fabric and addressing my needs and concerns were excellent. From the original consultation to the fitting, to my recent visit for an alternation on the suit Cordt's care and attention to detail is unmathced. It's refreshing in these times to receive this level of customer care and to work with a Mater Clothier like Cordt. There is nothing like wearing clothing that has been constructed and fitted to specifically to your body. I not only got a beautiful custom suit but a relationship was established for my future clothing needs. Highly recommend Balani and Cordt! read more

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I could not be happier with everything I purchased from Balani. Cordt gave me the royal treatment. I am a very tall person. It is very difficult to find clothes that fit. I ordered eight shirts, a sport coat and 2 pairs of slacks. They fit perfectly. I appreciate Cordt's professionalism, expertise and his commitment to providing a world class experience. The staff is friendly and approachable. Well worth the money. I highly recommend Balani for customer tailored clothes. read more

Cordt Withum at the Chicago location helped me with the tuxedo for my wedding. It was my first time working with Balani and couldn't have been more pleased with the level of service and quality of product. Cordt was awesome to work with and helped consult me with more than just my tux (how it matched up with what the groomsmen / bridesmaids were wearing, etc.). The entire process from start to finish was extremely smooth and a lot of fun. I plan to continue using Balani for future tailoring needs and would highly recommend to others! - Brandon B read more

Ricardo at Balani Custom Clothiers has provided me with many great dress attire options over the years. I am a short guy so finding off the rack suits, dress shifts, and pants that fit correctly is really difficult for me. This is no problem here and the prices are always fair! When it came time to get married a few years back, I knew the Ricardo had the perfect tux for the big day, thanks so much! read more

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Had an absolutely phenomenal experience with Cordt Withum. I was in dire need of a refresh to my work wardrobe and went to Balani on the recommendation of (many) coworkers. I was lucky enough to get in with Cordt very quickly and felt so well taken care of. Cordt listened to my needs, asked thoughtful questions to understand my style, actually said what he thought when I asked him about colors and patterns, and shared his candid view when I deferred to him on fabrics and number of items. I'm not sure "bedside manner" is the appropriate term for a custom clothier, but whatever the equivalent is here - Cordt had it in spades! He is patient but kept us on schedule (I could spend days looking at every fabric sample he showed me), gave me space when I needed to think, redirected us as I explained what I liked / didn't like, etc. The clothes came back on schedule and look amazing - I feel so confident in my new work outfits and can't wait to get back to Balani to keep building out my wardrobe (sports coats are next!). Thank you Cordt for all your time and effort - I love my new clothes! read more

Perfection! Cordt was amazing with our son for his first custom suit. He truly made this experience a special memory for us. Cordt's style and expertise is phenomenal! Highly recommend if your looking for the best to call Cordt. read more

Here are a few pictures from my wedding day to illustrate the suit in action, too. The suit fit exactly as we had drawn it up, and I got used to having on properly fitting clothing more and more throughout the day. read more

BALANI - Here are a few pictures of the suit itself in action on my wedding day, too. - Men's Clothing Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I'll udpate this once hubs gets his suit, but OMG, what attention to detail. We had such a nice experience here and I hope we can afford to buy hubs custom clothes from now on, b/c they really care about what they do. Hubs was measured, not once, not twice, not three times, but five times, by three different people. Not only was he measured that much but they measured in places we had no idea mattered. It was incredible and we cannot wait to see the finished product in 4 to 6 weeks. read more

BALANI - Men's Clothing Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

There's nothing like a bespoke suit or shirt and Balani does it right. You'll find a great selection of fabrics, expert fitting, and amazing customer service. I purchased my first custom suits in Asia and was happy with the results, but when I came to Balani for a tuxedo (and many follow-on items) the level of customer service was 10x. There's no rush but also no time-wasting or heavy selling. You can expect simple professionalism and excellent attention to detail. Everything I have purchased wears well, fits perfectly and has been without defect. I'm on my 6th year of a pair of shirts and they still look and feel new. I highly recommend Cordt, who has been the perfect clothier. His recommendations have proven to get notice where appropriate and always show a timeless and elegant style. Treat yourself to the best clothes you will ever own at Balani. read more

I highly recommend Joanna at Balani. I've tried other tailors and she is the only one that understood my style and what I wanted to accomplish. The prices here are very competitive and glad my search for a go-to tailor is over. read more

BALANI - Men's Clothing Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Im 5'8" 195 lbs and finding a fitting suit for me is difficult off the rack even with alterations; especially since my body is disproportionate in the chest and hip area. I have to wear XL shirts, with medium pants. So I walked in and was greeted by Cordt Withum. The experience was amazing and was professional in educating me about the fabric, pricing range, and general what goes on in making a custom suit. Fast forward to 2 months, the suit looks amazing and feels great. Definitely, I will come back here for a second pair or even wedding tuxedos. Highly recommended. First pair was a powerhouse: Gray/Purple Suit, next one for sure will be a navy blue - fun suit. read more

Ten years ago, I was in search of a custom made suit. I saw an ad in GQ Magazine for Balani Custom Clothiers and figured I'd take a chance. I spoke with Sonny and we met a week later. Needless to say I was incredibly pleased with my suit. The hardest part was all the fabrics and styles to choose from!! Sonny was great though and gave me wonderful suggestions. Since that time, I have seen Sonny for suits, sport jackets, slacks, dress shirts, sport shirts and two beautiful vicuña overcoats. I have always been completely pleased with the quality of every single piece. The craftsmanship and variety of fabrics is amazing. I must say I truly enjoy going to work every day wearing Balani. When you look good, you feel good!! Thanks Sonny!!! You know I'm a customer for life! read more

Had an amazing experience working with John Liebner at Balani. He helped guide me through the process of creating a perfect tux for my wedding that will last me for the rest of my life. It will help make my wedding extra special. Can't thank him and the team at Balani enough! Top quality service and a top quality product. Would recommend to anybody looking for a high end suit, tux, or any clothing tailored to fit perfectly for any occasion. read more

I was first referred to Balani by a friend over 5 years ago. I've had suits, shirts, and a trench coat made here and the fit and quality is second to none. Each time I've worked with Steve Gorman there who is absolutely amazing. He is very professional, accommodating, and extremely knowledgeable of the product offerings and men's fashion in general. Every time you go in he makes it feel like a special occasion and greets you like an old friend. He is a huge reason why I keep coming back to Balani. Steve recently fitted me and helped me pick out an amazing suit for my own wedding and it looks absolutely incredible and is the best fitting garment I now own. I highly recommend going to Balani and working with Steve. read more

What can I say.... if you're in the market for custom clothing than look no further. Cordt is as professional as they come and the work that he does shows it. This was my first time getting a custom shirt made, he made the process as seamless(no pun intended) as possible. I was looking for a versatile shirt that could be worn either a casually or on a more dressy occasion. He went over my options and explained to me why each pattern or color could be used in either occasion. He measured me thoroughly, even though he pretty much knew all the measurements just by looking at me haha. My shirt came out beautifully and at the price of an off the rack shirt. I will definitely be using his services again and I could not recommend Cordt enough! read more

If you are looking for a custom made suit, then make sure to see Ashley at Balani. I had an incredible shopping experience with my father who needed a suit for an upcoming event. We walked in with a very rough idea and walked out knowing exactly what to expect when the garment is ready. Ashley was very patient in the designing process, showing us the different types of fabrics, linings and buttons to make sure we are happy with the end result. My father wanted a very specific shade of color and Ashley managed to find the exact color! We also needed the suit to be ready by a certain time and received the suit in advance. Balani has been an excellent experience! I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for custom made garment. read more

I have been to Balani a handful of times and met with Cordt. He does an outstanding job with putting together options, taking measurements, communicating updates and providing a high level of service. If you are looking to feel like a spiritual billionaire without being a billionaire, check out Balani and Cordt. read more

I always wanted to get a tailored suit, so when a friend invited me to his wedding in Spain I figured my 30 year old interview suit needed replacement. Although I was super nervous to start the process, Cordt steered me in the right direction based on my style and taste. He talked me through all the steps and gave exceptional advice to get me the suit I was looking for. At the final fitting, I put on the pants and was floored by how awesome they looked. Why, because they fit me that well. Add to that, the coat is so comfortable to wear, I actually wear it a couple times a week now. Amazing experience. Strongly recommend working with Cordt to get clothes you will enjoy wearing and want to wear every day. read more

I'm on the taller side and got sick of having to get everything I purchased tailored anyways. I figured instead of spending money on clothes that fit alright, and then paying to get them adjusted, why not start from the beginning. Stephen at Balani made the processes seamless. I needed a tux for a wedding and I looked outstanding. I also picked up a jacket for the rehearsal which got more compliments than the tux did. I would 100% recommend Balani for anyone who wants to get good clothing that fit well. read more

Balani's team, Cordt in particular, is always extremely responsive. I appreciate them saving my husband's measurements and previous order information so that I can purchase new custom clothing gifts for my husband (without him knowing!). read more

If you are in Chicago and need some custom clothing be it suits, dress shirts, fun button down shirts, etc......than Balani is the store for you and Cordt is the man you want to see it. Cordt's questions help guide the way, does measurements from head to toe, impeccable attention to detail, all the while drinking some awesome whisky neat. Kind of didn't want to leave. Can't beat that service. Thanks Cordt! You have a repeat customer here. read more

Absolutely terrible. They are slick, fast-talking, and smug but, unfortunately, just not very good. Some of the fabrics available are nice but the cutting and tailoring are awful. They won't consider making changes when items don't fit. It's all "Oh, that looks great! Terrific! Outstanding!" and they show you the door. Don't waste your time or money here. I'm never going back. read more

I was referred to Cordt from some friends about a year ago. Cordt is amazing to work with. He has always been extremely educational and patient when helping me get a custom suit or new shirts. I highly recommend Balani and Cordt for anyone looking to buy their first suit or their 100th suit! read more

I've had an amazing experience working with Cordt on a couple of suits! The quality is always excellent, and the customer service is top notch. I never feel pressured and have really enjoyed building out the custom options. Cordt's knowledge guides the process, but he does an amazing job of making sure my style/opinions come through as well. Highly recommend Cordt and Balani! read more

I can't recommend Balani Custom Clothiers enough. I have been a customer for over 5 years and have had nothing but excellent service. My consultant Cordt's attention to detail is second to none. I've had several sit down consultations for suits, a tux, jackets, pants and shirts. Because my measurements are on file, Cordt has even designed a last minute shirt for me over the phone and then shipped it directly to my home. I now live an hour away from the Chicago location, but I'll continue to make the drive going forward. They're worth it. read more

I was on a family guys trip to Chicago as a graduation present, which also included getting a new suit. We made an appointment with Cordt, and from the moment we walked into the store everything was amazing. We were welcomed with the offer of many refreshments, and ushered into a private measuring room quickly. From there, Cordt took our measurements, asking lots of great questions in the process to help figure out what we were looking for. Once the measurements were taken, we were aided in the selection of colors and materials, along with the style we were looking for. Overall, this experience was amazing, between the amazing service provided and the products received afterwards. read more

Went in for a tuxedo for my wedding after being referred by my wedding planner. Right away I was met with personable staff and professionalism. The team knows quality and style, and didn't try to upsell me on anything (though I did end up buying more than i planned, simply because I liked everything I saw and I have an impulse control problem). Worked directly with Nolan and can't recommend him enough. The guy knows style and will point you in the right direction. read more

Wow!!! Sad to say that at 50 years old I think I now finally know what it feels like to wear a shirt that fits properly. This place is amazing and my clothier, John Liebner, has done an impeccable job working with me. Communicative, responds promptly to requests, always demonstrating great flexibility. Honestly, I HATE shopping for clothes but working with John and Balani was a legit pleasure. read more

I have purchased two custom suits and an overcoat here and couldn't be happier. The suits are probably the most quality made and expertly tailored suits I have, and I do have a closet full. Cordt in particular is my go to, he's easy to communicate with and all around nice guy whose opinion I trust completely. read more

I had a great experience working with Cordt to design my wedding tuxedo. He expertly guided me through all of the customizable options for fabric, cut, color and and delivered a tuxedo that exceeded my expectations. I was also very pleased with how my sport coat, pants, and custom dress shirts turned out. I had previously bought off the rack suits and had them tailored to fit. The fit and overall quality I received from Balani far exceeds my other suits. I will be coming back for future custom clothing needs read more

I found Gabriel online after my husband mentioned he wanted better fitting shirts for work. It was a great surprise gift for my husband, who was fitted for several button up shirts and a travel suit. Gabriel made some adjustments once the items were ready and my husband has never looked better! I am now able to make an appointment with Gabriel and select new patterns for shirts and he helps add in colored thread and buttons. He makes the left cuff slightly larger for my husband's shirts to accommodate his watch. And we added a special embroidered note at the bottom of each shirt that only my husband sees when getting ready. I couldn't have asked for an easier way to get clothing for my husband. He doesn't even try other dress shirts because they would never fit him the same way. The shirts have also held up for over two years, and he rotates wearing them each week. We are building his collection so that he has colors for spring and fall. I wish I could do all of my shopping in this manner. Great service, great selection, and Gabriel is just hands down amazing!!! read more

As a 6'7" skinny male, I have never found clothes much less Suits that fit me properly. For my wedding I decided to invest in a custom suit and it was the best decision I could have made. Cordt took me in and provided an incredibly comfortable experience where he asked about what I wanted and provided helpful suggestions along the process. The Suit fits perfectly and is incredibly comfortable. I highly recommend Balani to anyone who wants an incredible suit and especially if you feel you do not fit well into off the rack clothes. The quality far exceeds any suit I have ever felt. I will definitely be back for more suits and dress shirts in the future. read more

Though I have two custom suits in my closet, I always bought off-the-rack dress shirts from Nordstroms, Bloomingdales, Saks, etc. I was always told that the European-cut clothing would fit me the best and I shouldn't worry about anything else. The shoulders were wide and the torsos was slimmer -- what more did I think I could ask for? Then Elizabeth came along. Easy to converse with from the get go, she was great throughout the entire process. She sold me on the custom shirts after the third or fourth re-measurement, making sure things were 110% correct, and the shirts fit perfectly when it came in. At prices between $100-200 (depending on fabrics) for a custom shirt, I don't have to buy off the rack anymore. Elizabeth helped me to pick fabrics, buttons, button-hole threads, monograms, collar and cuff styles (all of this at no up-charge) and probably other things I don't even remember. Ask for her next time you go in... you won't be disappointed. read more