When it comes to custom suits, many people face the choice between full bespoke and made-to-measure. Although the traditional craft of full bespoke tailoring is often regarded as the best choice, made-to-measure offers a number of advantages that make it the better option for many people. In this article we will look at the subject of full bespoke versus made-to-measure, explain the differences between the two options and set out the advantages and disadvantages, to help you make an informed decision when choosing your custom suit.
Overview
What is made-to-measure?
Made-to-measure is a form of custom clothing in which pre-made patterns and cuts are used and adapted to the customer's individual measurements. Unlike traditional bespoke tailoring, which often involves longer waiting times and higher costs, made-to-measure offers a faster and more cost-efficient way to obtain made-to-measure suits and other garments. Customers can choose from a wide range of fabrics, designs and details and have their suits individually adapted in order to achieve a perfect fit and a personal design.
What does full bespoke mean?
Full bespoke tailoring is a traditional method of producing custom-made clothing. Each garment is made individually by hand in order to take account of the customer's exact body measurements and preferences. As with made-to-measure, the customer can select and adjust all the details of the suit, including fabric, design and fit. Producing suits in full bespoke requires a great deal of handwork and expertise, which results in a higher price than made-to-measure.
Made-to-measure and full bespoke suits compared
Now that the differences between made-to-measure and full bespoke suits are known, the two options are compared with each other below.
- Delivery time: because made-to-measure already uses pre-made patterns and cuts, producing a made-to-measure suit usually takes less time than producing a suit in full bespoke.
- Cost: made-to-measure suits are often less expensive than full bespoke suits, because the individual work steps are standardized and automated.
- Choice: full bespoke suits offer a wider choice of designs, because they are made individually. With made-to-measure, by contrast, the options are more limited, because pre-made patterns are used.
- Quality: both made-to-measure clothing and full bespoke suits offer excellent quality. A full bespoke suit does offer higher quality, however, because it is made individually and the tailor has more time to attend to the details.
- Flexibility: full bespoke suits are usually easier to alter if your height or body shape changes, because it is easier to make small adjustments to a pre-made base than to make a new garment from scratch.
All in all, the choice between made-to-measure clothing and full bespoke suits depends on personal preferences, budget and needs. Overall, a made-to-measure suit offers very good quality at a lower price and is therefore usually the better choice for many people.
Christian Weilert Made-to-Measure Düsseldorf
Are you looking for a made-to-measure business suit or an individual wedding suit for your unforgettable moment? Then Christian Weilert Made-to-Measure is exactly the right place for you.
Christian Weilert Made-to-Measure is your tailor for everything to do with full bespoke suits, made-to-measure suits, made-to-measure shirts, wedding suits and other made-to-measure clothing from Düsseldorf. We advise you individually, personally and exclusively on your made-to-measure wardrobe.
FAQ
How much does a made-to-measure suit cost?
A made-to-measure suit is an individual investment in quality and fit. The price depends on factors such as the material, the design and the tailor's experience. With us, the price for a made-to-measure suit starts at €999. From that price you receive a premium full canvas suit that is adjusted by hand.
How long does it take to make a made-to-measure suit?
With us, making a made-to-measure suit takes between four and six weeks. During this time, fittings take place to make sure that the suit fits perfectly and matches the customer's wishes. The patience is worth it, because you receive a unique and individual garment that suits you perfectly and underlines your personality. If you would like it made more quickly, we also offer express production.
When do I have to buy the wedding suit?
We recommend planning the purchase of a made-to-measure wedding suit at least 3-4 months before the wedding. That leaves enough time for the fitting and production of the suit as well as for any alterations and adjustments. If you would like a particularly elaborate or complex design, however, it can be advisable to plan the purchase even earlier. It is also important to allow enough time for the fitting and any alterations so that the suit fits and looks perfect on the big day. Our express production does, however, give you the option of obtaining the perfect suit for your special day at short notice.