Buying Bespoke or the made-to-order clothes is the first preference of those who like to wear a piece that is crafted exclusively for them. It fits perfectly to their body shape and make them feel comfortable in what they are wearing. However, there many are people who prefer to buy made to fit clothes. Especially suits, trousers and shirts, which are made differently for different body types. Both the kinds have their advantages and disadvantages some of these are highlighted in the text that follows.
Advantages of Bespoke
Bespoke are made by a single tailor by hand according to the measurement that you provide. Also, the tailors construct the suits with the help of the patterns taken from the client’s physical appearances. The tailors also offer to visit the client’s home for taking measurements if the client cannot pay a visit to the store. Here you have an advantage that the tailor who will be stitching your suit or the ordered garment is the same person who took your measurement. Thus, every individual nuance of the body is considered at the time of tailoring the fabric.
Disadvantage
The stitching and first fitting of the suit may take up to six weeks, and the final piece may take as long as six months.
Advantage of Made-to-measure
This kind is similar to an assembled computer system. Made-to-measure suits are selected by the clients who visit the store and select the from the available designs. The suit of their choice is then produced in a factory after which a team of tailors who specialize in components like the sleeve, buttonholes, and pockets customize it. Then the final product is delivered to the client for a duration of eight weeks and any further alterations are done by an in-store tailor.
Disadvantage
There may be more than five tailors working on a single suit, this can be a little risky. As the popular phrase suggests, ‘too many cooks spoil the broth’.
Advantage of Bespoke
The tailors make the Bespoke suit by considering a number of factors. With special focus on the Human factor. They know exactly where the body would require to make movements or stretches and customize the suit accordingly. This results in a much more comfortable piece.
Disadvantage
Technical capability does not mean that the tailor constructing your suit knows the trend. He may be able to provide you with an optimum fit, but that fit may be low on the style quotient.
Advantage of Made-to-Measure
A made-to-measure suit requires a less manual labour than the Bespoke suit. As a result, you may be able to get a budget-friendly deal. Instead of creating a suit from the scratch, the prototype of the final piece is shown, so the client gets a clear picture of his order.
Disadvantage
There is a limited variety in a made-to-measure suit from which you can choose to buy from. Therefore, it kills the scope of choosing from many of the available options.
Conclusion
Though, Bespoke and Made-to-Measure Suits are much expensive than the usual off-the-rack; they have many benefits regarding comfort and style. They help you be at ease in every condition that you can put yourself in. Therefore, you just have to give time and receive a suit that fits well and looks good.