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A Chicago-born brand for the modern man featuring custom suits, shoes and shirts handcrafted by the top artisans from around the globe.

“When doing your job to always do it with 100% e

“When doing your job to always do it with 100% effort you have. I came (to this country) when I was 26 years old. The job I had was renovating antique furniture. It was always self motivation to keep doing well in life. I knew I had to work hard for all the things I wanted and enjoyed for myself and my family” .
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𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓹𝓻𝓸𝓬𝓮𝓼𝓼 . . . .

𝓣𝓱𝓮 𝓹𝓻𝓸𝓬𝓮𝓼𝓼 .
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Please wear your socks people! . Midnight Patent -

Please wear your socks people!
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Midnight Patent - Cotton Suede Dress Loafers
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I designed this pair to pair with a midnight jacket with very subtly textured charcoal slacks with respect to the bohemian theme of this particular wedding. .
Black Tuxedos will be king, but blue and midnight dinner jackets and tuxedos have given them a run for their money this decade. With the casual-glam theme, the cotton-suede and the gleaming MIDNIGHT patent leather combination contributed beautifully. .
Interestingly, dress slippers & loafers (also known as court shoes & opera pumps) were initially designed and appreciated for their versatility in the late 1800s. The versatility may be gone, but they remain a staple for formal outfits and black tie events. .
No rules here, but a pair this high in the hierarchy of formality should always be accompanied by a pair of nice dress socks such as @vicceldresssocks

(3/3) “Food in a traditional Hmong wedding are p

(3/3) “Food in a traditional Hmong wedding are prepared by the bride’s side of the family. We always cook our food fresh even butchering the type of meat that we want for the wedding. All of our relatives come together and help out the family. It’s a much smaller community here but we know how to help out each other. Also great that our main relatives are nearby. we do have a lot of families that are scattered throughout the US who are pretty close to our families so not being able to be there for them when they need the help makes it hard.”
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This was one of the most fun and light-hearted groups I have suited up as well, and it was fascinating to gain some insight into the community’s traditions during the process. Hmong Americans (pronounced mong) are small but tight-knit immigrant community, with many members residing in the Midwest. The collaboration of the extended family and community in the wedding was beautiful to witness. #hmong @pangkhangphotography

(2/3) “trust that your family will make it memor

(2/3) “trust that your family will make it memorable and beautiful for you and it’s okay to feel like you have to give them that big burden of planning the traditional wedding. be stress-free and invest in what you think would keep you stress-free on your wedding day. I definitely became really picky on my venue and needed to find a venue that looked beautiful with or without any decor.” #hmongwedding #Hmong

(1/3)”The funniest piece of advice I was given w

(1/3)”The funniest piece of advice I was given was “NEVER get married” 🤣🤣
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This was one of the most fun and light-hearted groups I have suited up as well, and it was fascinating to gain some insight into the community’s traditions during the process. Hmong Americans (pronounced mong) are small but tight-knit immigrant community, with many members residing in the Midwest. The collaboration of the extended family and community in the wedding was beautiful to witness. #hmong

Thank You & Hello! . A THANK YOU to everyone who

Considering working for a smaller firms? Our clien

Considering working for a smaller firms? Our client just helped transition his privately held firm to an ESOP (employee-owned) and was kind enough to share some insights on his journey, and the event that marked the big transition. .
“We have 160 employees and it gave me the opportunity to grow and learn all facets of the business, that I did not get in a much larger company. I like the stability and you get the opportunity to get involved in company sponsored programs. This was more than just a convention it was also the retirement of the CEO, we celebrated 90 years, it was the end of an era. .
I chose your company because you came highly recommend through a friend and I was impressed with your work style and your strong insight on how to compliment an individual through your clothing.
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The suit was fitted very well.
Complemented on the color.
The shoes were a hit.
The suit was an excellent choice between the tailor and the customer.”

Difficult Customer Chronicles: . “I wore it 2x b

Difficult Customer Chronicles:
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“I wore it 2x but I feel money in it every time. I actually favor the grey more. I mean... I do. I favor the grey. I like how it hits and I love the color. The blue is nice... it is... but I don’t know. And it’s my favorite color blue.”
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Someone help this man decide what his favorite color is? 😂😂

“Height....it’s not what defines me, but it ha

“Height....it’s not what defines me, but it has allowed me to instantly connect with people. I struggled with my height from a young age having stopped growing at 16. Fitting into a world made for average has been challenging, but I have enjoyed the benefits of being taller than average (6 ft 10 inches). I could go on a rant here, but what I would actually like to do is use my height as a platform to encourage others to embrace their bodies”. Entrepreneur by Day, Organic produce extraordinaire by evening. Our beloved client was kind enough to share insights on their success on and off the garden.
More to follow.

**No leaves were harmed in the making of this shir

**No leaves were harmed in the making of this shirt.

As ties continue to get uncommon in most corporate and semi-casual settings (we’ve even suited full tieless wedding parties recently😱)the role of a shirt in self expression continues to peak.
Ask us how we can help you express yourself by advising you the finest of details in the art of shirt-making including the optimal collar height, type of plackets, first button positioning and fabrics (of course). We’re focused on simple and honest pricing, and a conversation may help avoiding the pitfalls and marketing gimmicks which this art has unfortunately fallen a victim as a result of uninformed influencers and extravagant branding.

Dark Navy Tux featuring wholecut brown patina shoe

Dark Navy Tux featuring wholecut brown patina shoes.
This picture doesn’t do it justice, but moments like these is what it’s all about. Our man brought the perfect people for help during the fitting - Mom & Dad (as seen in the reflection). No shortage of emotions, opinions(lol), and laughter as their son preps for one of the most important days of his life.
It’s an honor to be able to accommodate these moments at our new private office location right in the heart of Chicagoland (DM us for details). .
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Mr. Broome, Goalkeeper for the Barbados National T

Mr. Broome, Goalkeeper for the Barbados National Team, was kind enough to share some of his insights for aspiring athletes and style-aficianados. 🇧🇧 “It is very important to express yourself and your personality on and off the field. Being you is what will draw the right people to you. You can only be the best version of you so if you’re doing that you’re doing the right things.

My role model on the field is Tim Howard (@timhow1 ).Favorite goalkeeper and someone who I always looked up to for his playing ability but also who he was off the field and what he stood for and the opportunities he was able to create for kids with Tourette syndrome. (@touretteassociation )”

Footwear is recommended 100% with our suits. I ask

Footwear is recommended 100% with our suits. I ask all lovers of beautiful wool fabric, drape, and fit to forgive this man. .
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Cohesion & Personality: Central themes to our wedd

Cohesion & Personality: Central themes to our wedding suit design process. .
The process commences with us gaining a deep insight of the themes and ambience of the wedding, including the brides’ outfit. Our designs seek to reflect the gents’ personality first and foremost, while encompassing timelessness and trend using variations in fit and fabric.
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This modern tux honors the beautiful floral/rustic theme of the wedding, and expresses the groom’s bold & sophisticated style with touches such as the velvet lapel, fuller drape, and the light tan pearl buttons. - Aa

Mr. Kelley, who regularly competes within bodybuil

Mr. Kelley, who regularly competes within bodybuilding circuits,gave us the opportunity to dress him up in a 2 piece midnight (The Director)suit to fit his style.
Due to his build, he’s had issues finding shirts and suits, especially jackets that fit cleanly, drape well, and comfortably.
Keep on lifting, and we’ll keep on fitting. 🏋🏻‍♂️
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