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.

The finest shirts in the world --started buying inHong Kong…read morewhile on R&R from Vietnam in the 70S Buy for my son and son-in-law Use to buy 4-5 at a time became pricey --now 2 The men love the shirts--so many colors and styles

Ascot Chang makes some of the finest men's shirts in the world. The prices are high (though…read moreprobably in line for custom shirts). But you'll probably end up wearing the Ascot Chang shirts more than anything else in your closet -- they fit perfectly. The price is worth it to me because I'd rather pay $100-something for a piece of clothing that fits just right and is exactly what I want (and that I wear all the time) rather than $60 for a shirt that is neither (and that I don't like wearing). When I was a poor student living in New York, I would occasionally walk by the Ascot Chang shop on 57th, and I remember thinking those shirts were just the most bespoke thing on earth. Now that I can afford the occasional splurge, I have to say that everything about Ascot Chang is as great is I imagined it would be. The service is old-worldly and wonderful. You can choose between literally hundreds of different fabrics, patterns, etc. They take so many measurements -- necessary because no one except maybe Denzel Washington is actually symmetrical. They even measure the size of my watch so that the left cuff can hang at the same length as my right. You choose from a dozen different collars, cuffs; you choose whether you want a pocket, whether you want a seam here or a pleat there -- it's actually amazing to see how the subtle differences affect the overall shirt. I first ordered my shirts at the shop in Hong Kong (the Prince Building shop, not the one at the Peninsula Hotel). Now, when I need more, I wait for my Hong Kong tailor to make his rounds twice a year in major US cities. He charges the Hong Kong price, which is about 20% less than the US shops, and the shirts are made by the same people using the same fabrics. If you email the Hong Kong store, you can find out when their tailors will be in your city.

David is the man because he always makes it right. Plus it doesn't hurt that he has some of the…read morebest deals! I only buy my suits from him. HIGHEST QUALITY!!!

David is the absolute most pleasant and genuine store owner that I have ever worked with! If you…read moreneed men's suit, shirts, work t-shirts, polos - he has it all! His work is clearly his passion, and you can tell that he cares about his customers more than anything. He has a collection of such unique pieces and speciality items and he knows exactly which ones to recommend to whom. He and his team offer the best customer service with unbeatable quality and prices.

Elegant, bespoke purveyor of men's clothes, tailoring and accessories. Representing many of the…read morefinest Italian and Japanese fabric mills, designers, and suiting. Beautifully made shirts, pants, sport coats and suits. Shoes, watches, and hats. An epic shopping experience.

The Armoury just gets it. Walked into their beautiful shop on the UES and was greeted by Max and…read morePaul. They both knew not only their inventory but the story behind the pieces. It's what separates them from other menswear stores. The passion they have for the merchandise and the curiosity they have in helping the customer build their wardrobe. Exceptional merchandise, and thoughtful, knowledgeable staff who are passionate about clothing.

I have been going to this place for years. Very professional. Stylish clothing!! Salesman very…read morefriendly..

Really nice Italian suits for a fair price, they also recommended a tailor nearby who made the suit…read morefit perfectly

Went to this store yesterday with my son to buy shoes for his prom and got the best service! The…read moresales lady who helped us was so nice and knew how to help customers. She suggested styles for the outfit we had, brought out all the styles he asked for, gave advice and let me son try the last two shoes he liked with his outfit so he could make the best choice. He left happy and so was I.

Outstanding customer service--not to mention prices and selections for men's shoes that beat out…read moreall the other nearby retailers (including Target and Marshall's). I'll definitely be back!

Small store in Nolita, and they only carry the Steven Alan brand (unlike the Tribeca location). But…read morewhen I say they only carry the namesake brand, I mean that in a good way. I heart Steve Alan, and their clothes for both guys and gals are casual, city prepster, and relatively affordable. I'm a fan of his button downs, look good tucked in, even better not, paired with jeans. So while the store is small, they only need to display one of each garment, and they keep all the sizes in back. My sales person was ready to find that perfect fit.

I stumbled across the TINY Men's side of this. Adorable really. Enough room for a 1-person changing…read moreroom, the cashier, and maybe 2 people browsing the shelves... Regardless: Steven Alan makes the best shirts known to man, and this closet showcased that. They also had some pants and underwear. Great service. The attendant obviously knew a lot about menswear in general and had good suggestions for other places to go in the area for other clothes. Felt about as boutiquey as I can handle, and I loved it. I'd say worth the money if you can spare it (and if not, UNIQLO's not far off!)

I've Been to Anthony men's shop a few times and I must say it's hard to walk out of there without…read morebuying anything. Everything in the store is displayed perfectly and definitely eye catching. The gentleman in the store, believe his name is Jorge, is very professional, knowledgeable , personable and has great taste while assisting you. He is also very patient answering all your questions and explaining fabrics, styles etc. Prices are extremely fair on the high quality of the products. Highly Recommend Anthony mens shop!

A few years back, I was living right at Station Square giving me free and close range reign at all…read moreAustin Street has to offer. The food, the shopping, everything within a few block radius. One day I peeked inside at Anthony to see what was inside, outside of a well appointed window display. Now a loyal customer, ten years later I can say the store and employees are as good and in many cases better than the expensive Manhattan men's boutique shops. The Manhattan shops I've purchased dress clothes and dress casual from always know how to make the shopping experience a day that stands out in the buyers mind. Waiting on your every need, tirelessly opening boxes if shoes, pulling wardrobe from all ends of the store, etc.. A nice Italian blazer may set you back $700. but you get what you pay for. This white glove treatment is available in Forest Hills, its in a small buy well stocked shop called Anthony.