ROBERT OLD TAILORING SINCE 1909
Made to measure services
The Luxury Custom Experience
With the guidance of our experienced tailoring team, you can select from the world's finest fabrics and collaborate with us to craft a unique piece that perfectly aligns with your size and preferences. This experience not only boosts your confidence but also guarantees unparalleled comfort, ensuring you're prepared for any occasion. Explore our tailoring guide to learn more about the Made to Measure process.
The Consultation
Upon arriving at Robert Old for your appointment, your tailoring consultant will greet you on our first floor. During your consultation, we will discuss your ideas, expectations, and any specific requirements you may have regarding timing, style, and budget.
Style & Design
After outlining the plans for your garment, we’ll begin crafting your vision by selecting the style and shape, including details such as pocket cuts, vents, and lapels. Choosing the right cloth is crucial; we offer a vast selection ranging from the finest Italian mills to classic British producers such as Loro Piana, Standeven, Fox Brothers, W-Bill, and Drago to name only a few.
To complement your chosen cloth and style, we provide options for buttons, linings, elbow patches, meltons, stitching, and monograms, ensuring each garment is as unique as its wearer
The Fitting
Nobody is the perfect shape, during the fitting we will discuss your preferences on how the garments is to be worn whether it be slim or classily draped. The consultant will take core measurements to establish the Master Garment. This is the point where your garment will start to take shape, areas of improvement will be addressed and measurements will be taken to create the optimum fit.
Having an experienced team of tailoring consultants Robert Old has a wealth of knowledge to service the most unusual shapes, but there are parameters to which we work so please be prepared for extra fittings if required.
Garment Creation
Your order will be finalised by the consultant and in a few short weeks (4-6) your garment will be with us at Robert Old after being crafted by our tailoring house in Italy.
Final Fitting
On the garments arrival the consultant will quality check the measurements before contacting yourself for a final fitting. During this fitting you will try your specially made garment for the first time. The consultant will then make any minor adjustments that will be carried out by the in House Master tailor. Within a few short days your garment should be ready for collection.
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The Artisans
At Robert Old we work with the finest artisan makers. Hand selecting each maker is important to control the quality if the final garment. Discover below.
ONE OF A KIND
MADE TO MEASURE SHIRTS
Custom design your own shirt with Eton of Sweden or our very own crafted in Italy range.
DESIGNING YOUR SHIRT
Select from the finest materials, spun, woven and finished by some of the best mills in the world.
Choose from a variety of collars and cuffs tailored to meet your needs, whether you prefer the versatile cut-away, the effortless button-down, or the sophisticated French cuff.
Customise your shirt with a selection of buttons and thread colours to make it truly yours. For an added touch of excitement, opt for contrasting internal collar and cuffs.
The finishing touches. Adding your initials to either your cuff or shirt body in a mixture of colours can really enhance the feel on a special occasion.
Our expert tailoring team will guide you through the fitting process, ensuring precise measurements for a tailored fit that perfectly complements your body.
Tailoring FAQ's
If you’ve only ever worn a suit from a high-street shop, you’ll know that the fit is never quite right - the sleeves or trousers might be too long or too short, and the jacket might be too tight or too baggy across the chest.
When you buy a suit from us, the sizes are exactly right, because our complimentary tailoring service ensures they’re your sizes. We take pride in ensuring you’ll be comfortable wearing your suit for a long time to come.
With our made-to-measure service, you can also choose the style, colour and fabric from a vast selection, creating a truly one-of-a-kind suit that’s unique to your wardrobe.
Exploring this topic initially may seem overwhelming, but we're here to support you at every turn. It's wise to start by asking a few simple questions before firming up your ideas. Consider elements like the time of year, geographical location, and the specific setting. Envision how you want the event to unfold, and from there, we can efficiently narrow down a selection of promising ideas.
For every garment, whether made-to-measure or purchased at full price off the rack, we offer complimentary tailoring to ensure the perfect fit for your shape and size.
Your sales consultant will expertly guide you through the fitting process, identifying areas for improvement such as adjusting sleeve lengths or tapering jacket waists.
Rest assured, all our tailoring is carried out by qualified master tailors, providing you with peace of mind that your garment is in experienced hands.
For a two piece suit, our own opening made-to-measure price starts from £1150, which would be for either a navy or black house fabric. If you would like to explore deeper into our cloth selections and add a special lining or hand details our average price is between £1500 and £1600.
For a Belvest suit, there are a wide variety of colours and styles available. A classic two-piece Belvest made-to-measure suit begins at £2500.
All our prices cover the full service, from your initial consultation through to final finishing touches with our in-house tailoring service.
You can book a consultation to talk through the options with us without any obligation to then go ahead with the production of your suit - we’re here to help you find out more about why a made-to-measure suit is a purchase to treasure.
You can use the form below to book.
Find out all about the difference between "Bespoke" and "Made to Measure" in our guide.
For a made-to-measure suit or jacket, the average production time typically spans six weeks. However, for those preparing for a special occasion, we highly recommend ordering at least three months in advance.
At Robert Old, we take pride in our comprehensive aftercare service. If you find yourself unable to wear your Robert Old garment due to changes in your shape or if it needs modernising, our highly experienced tailors are on hand to provide the necessary adjustments to the highest standards. Please note that this service is chargeable. For advice or to schedule alterations, please contact us in advance.
Similar to many manufacturing businesses in Italy, our tailoring suppliers observe their summer holidays throughout August, affecting our made-to-measure services. If you need anything for August or September, please reach out to our tailoring team promptly to discuss your needs. Remember, we require a minimum of six clear weeks to produce a suit or jacket, so plan ahead to avoid disappointment.
Given the high demand in our Bournemouth shop, Edward and Samuel Old are often booked to help our customers.
You can book an appointment in advance for our comprehensive made-to-measure service. For a suit or jacket, we recommend allowing a minimum of one hour.
You can request your appointment using the form below.
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