Basted Fitting is the Irrefutable Mark of True Custom Clothing At Alan David Custom every garment we produce includes a ‘basted fitting’ stage option. The ‘basted-fitting’ can be a critical step in the creation of custom-made apparel. Our Process of Constructing a Perfect Basted Suit At Alan David Custom, after a client’s measurements have been taken, a unique paper pattern is created. No short cuts are taken. It is from this pattern that the garment is carefully hand cut, assembled and temporarily hand stitched with white basting thread (see photo). At this point, the basted garment is ready for fitting. This is the step that dramatically sets us apart from all others. Trying on the garment now enables both the tailor and customer to perfect the fit and the style of your custom suit. The fact that the suit is simply ‘basted’ makes it possible for us to change the […]

There are a lot of companies in New York that say that they make custom suits. However, you will find very few actually make truly custom garments the way Alan David NYC does. Every custom tailored suit at Alan David NYC starts with a complete set of measurements. The expert fitters on staff will measure you completely. Once they have all of your measurements, they will create a pattern for a suit that will fit only you. Your pattern will be cut out of the fabric that you select, and will be hand sewn together. At this point, you will try on your suit. This is called a basted fitting, and allows minor adjustments to be made before your suit is permanently sewn together. This process is an extra step that allows you to let out the jacket or even the pants a little. You can even change the shape […]

If you’ve never owned a custom tailored shirt before, you may not be aware of how well they fit. After all, most of us purchase our shirts off the rack at a department or clothing store. Off-the-rack shirts are designed to fit the average person. Whether for men or women, you get a choice of neck sizes, arm lengths, and maybe taper, but that’s all. You have to take the sizes and fabrics offered. You are left at the mercy of what the manufacturers think you need. Buying custom made shirts at Alan David NYC changes all of that. You can order custom shirts from Alan David NYC, and they will fit you perfectly. You will have comprehensive measurements taken, and your shirt will be made to fit you, and not some average stranger. You also get a choice of how you would like your shirt tapered, how long you […]

Womens shirts can be even more difficult to fit than men’s shirts when it comes to off the rack clothing. Many women’s shirts don’t give you a choice of measurements. They simply come in sizes such as small, medium, and large. As every woman knows, they don’t come in cookie-cutter sizes. That’s why in order to have truly well-fitting shirts, you need to order custom tailored shirts from Alan David NYC. Women’s shirts at Alan David NYC get the same treatment as men’s shirts. You will be measured thoroughly, and the expert fitters know exactly how a woman’s shirt should drape. They will make sure that the shirt made for you will fit perfectly, from arm length, to torso, and even the tail length that you specify. So if you like to wear your shirts tucked in, they will stay that way all day. You also get a choice of […]

Once you have your custom tailored suit from Alan David NYC, it’s time to put together the rest of the outfit. Start with custom-made shirts to go with your new suit. You can choose from a variety of high-quality fabrics, and your shirt will be made to your exact measurements. You can even have custom details such as a longer tail that will stay tucked in, or contrasting collar and cuffs. Then be sure to invest in custom-made ties. Whether you like a Windsor, half Windsor, Four in Hand, or prefer bow ties, you can have them custom made out of your favorite fabrics at Alan David NYC. You can even pick up your formalwear here. From custom-made tuxedos, tuxedo shirts, bow ties, and cummerbunds, Alan David NYC is able to outfit you for any black-tie event. Updating your entire wardrobe is easy at Alan David NYC. Make an appointment […]