Hello everyone. I have recently gotten into the idea of having custom made suits. I ordered one from SuitSupply, and was disappointed with the quality. While the fabric was great, and the jacket perfect, the trousers were a disaster. The thigh was very baggy, and the crotch was just off.
So I decided to go a different route- using the jacket measurements from SuitSupply and measurements I took off of a tailored trouser, I placed an order with a Chinese factory on Alibaba. It seemed like a no brainer- I have the measurements, so why not? I ordered a very basic Tropical Navy made out of VBC wool. Compared to what I would be paying for it retail, it was a great price ($230 to manufacture a full canvas suit, plus the cost of the fabric and shipping).
I have high hopes for them as they produce suits for both SuitSupply and E. Zegna. I haven’t received the suit yet, so I can’t be sure of how it will fit.
Considering it all works out, I would not be opposed to ordering more suits from them. That’s where I came across the idea of buying my own fabrics, linings, etc and sending them in. Which is something I’d totally be into- I can get a Holland and Sherry, Zegna, LP suit for a fraction of the price.
That’s where my question comes in- all the talk I’ve heard about for people doing this is with their bespoke tailors, with suits that cost 2, 3, 4k. Would it be advisable to do the same with a Chinese factory?
I would appreciate any help you guys can offer. Thank you!
