Clyde was the style icon of 70s basketball culture in nyc. everyone wanted to be like clyde! i used to rock my puma clyde’s with an earl the pearl jersey way back when! a lot of the fashion that we see in pro sports today we can attribute to this era. check the coaches fits! they were dressed properly.
Was inspired by the knicks doing so well, and by Clyde, to go and restock the cloth rack with fun, loud, colorful patterns. Tons of new cloth is in and ready to be made into stunning, modern clothes, with that old school classic nod!
if you see something you like, make an appt in my bio!
episode 9; ‘what’s on my table ?’
first & foremost, the table is filled with all kinds of different projects, new clients are coming in, I’m meeting new people.. I can’t thank you all enough for the support- it means a lot! stay tuned, I’m just getting started..
shortening a coat this week- the handwork is what takes the longest.. the coat is about finished, I’ll see my client next week!
what’s on my table ? episode 8; a client brought by four pairs of trousers that needed shortening w/cuffs. when working with fine, delicate fabric- a catch stitch hem is the preferred method.
nighttime at the shop, turned up the tunes,
sharpening the iron. grateful to see work on the table.
if you want to see your project next on my table- tap in!
what’s in my wardrobe? episode one; each week I’ll let you in on my threads! also : I’ll film each one in a different part of the shop, you’ll see how i’ve designed and made a lot of my clothes to align with the shop and the cool things i’ve accumulated over the years — the light grey suit is a staple for spring, if your wardrobe lacks one- let’s get it started- pairs nice with my blue spread collar shirt and black leather shoes/belt.
the grey in the sheet metal on the wall is why i’m in the light grey fit. that metal was recycled off the roof of an old barn that had fallen down. @groovytwist scoped it out and we reused it for all kinds of stuff. the mid century modern butler valet stand is from a cool shop in san diego, CA. it’s one of my favorite things.
the snake plant (dracaena trifasciata)
I’ve had it for six years.. it’s liking nyc
what’s on my table? ep. 7 ‘the wedding edit’
wedding season is upon us! i’m fortunate that i get to work with some world class wedding planners and designers that recommend me for making the grooms outfit! a lot of opportunity for creative, one of a kind looks. as always, the table is set accordingly
the groom: what will it be? a tuxedo. or suit? for the tuxedo, shawl collar. or peak lapel? i like a diamond tip bow tie with a peak lapel. velvets! do a 2nd look with a velvet jacket, it will be one of the most memorable parts of your wedding!
if you chose a suit, make it a 3 piece, our house speciality. an elevated look for your wedding day with the fabric back waistcoat, but can be repurposed after as a 2pc suit for other weddings or date night!
the groomsmen: grooms, decide and create your look first, then focus on what the groomsman will wear. i can’t stress enough to diversify your look. the last thing you want is for the wedding photos to look like prom pics! make their outfit tasteful and unique whilst not taking away from your badass outfit!
the rehearsal dinner outfit: sportcoat and complimentary trousers is the answer here. normally the first event of the wedding- your look needs to stand out and set the tone for the festivities!
i encourage all grooms to invest in this look, having a great sportcoat/trouser outfit will go a long ways!
if you’re getting married and want to schedule an appointment with me to create your one of a kind look, link in bio—tap in!
what’s on my table? ep. six! shortening sleeves on four casual coats a client purchased in italy! he stopped by the shop, put some work on my table, and is having a suit made! as always, grateful for the work, and opportunity!
shortening sleeves on a coat is a very common alteration, as most sleeves for an off the rack suit jacket are generally made longer as opposed to shorter! too short sleeves, you won’t buy it.. too long, you will buy it and take it to a tailor!
when the buttonholes are already cut, you have to get creative with hiding them. in this case, i was able to make the lining long enough to cover one that got in the way of an ideal 1 1/2” long mitered edge.
if you want to see your project next on my table, tap in!
what’s on my table? ep. five- went through the wardrobe, trimmed up all my trousers for springtime. if it’s time to have that conversation.. let me know! it’s about to get real nice in the city, make sure you’re prepared with clothes that fit properly. @christopherschafer nyc can solve that problem
these wide pink/grey check trousers I made years ago needed a freshening up. they had a single turned out pleat, thought i’d lay down a 1 1/2” cuff to elevate them a bit. hand-done catch stitch on the hem for cuffs, always. if you want cuffs on your trousers, tap in! they’re back in style and you want in..
any dress clothes that don’t fit? donate it to @sharp.dressedman nyc!! we will recycle it and dress guys for job interviews!
that track playing in the background ? the newest tune by @groovytwist og band, @tothemoonbaltimore w/ their new song ‘train tracks’ check em’ out!
on the table: a pure cashmere scarf. men’s scarves don’t really have much to them. in my research, I found multiple versions of the same thing. i liked the idea of braided edges, just didn’t know how practical it would be. made a sample, and realized it was the way.
this pure cashmere by dormeuil is one of a kind. where does this cashmere come from? the white alashan goat in the step of mongolia. ‘the rolls royce of cashmeres’ - dormeuil only uses the fibres that are the purest from under the flank and belly of the goat, it produces its finest hair in this area because it’s the least weathered part of the animal. that’s right, cashmere comes from a goat not a sheep! a common misconception
as a tailor, i’m pretty fortunate to work on / make some cool things. every once in awhile it’s a bit tricky seeing an item you spent so much time on go out the door, and not in your closet! this is one of those projects. but, as always, i’m grateful for the work and the opportunity
