The Tailored Foundation, Libertyville, IL

Men’s knitwear in Libertyville, chosen for Lake County winters

V-neck sweaters and quarter-zip knits at our Libertyville studio, picked to layer under a jacket through the colder months. Try your size in person.

✓ Est. 2014 ✓ Serving Libertyville, IL ✓ Ready to wear ✓ Layers under tailoring

What we carry

The layer that makes a long winter easier to dress for

Winters in Lake County are long, and a good knit does more work than almost anything else in the closet. We carry V-neck sweaters and quarter-zip knits in a range of colors at our Libertyville studio, so you can compare shades in person and try your size.

A knit is also the easiest way to wear a jacket through the cold months without looking bundled. See our blazers in Libertyville and custom pants in Libertyville for what to wear it with.

The collection

A look at what is in the studio

Folded pale yellow V-neck knit sweater with a ribbed collar and a woven brand label at the neck
V-neck in pale yellow
Folded burgundy quarter-zip knit sweater with a ribbed mock neck
Quarter-zip in burgundy
Folded taupe grey quarter-zip knit sweater with a dark zip and ribbed mock neck
Quarter-zip in taupe
Folded navy quarter-zip knit sweater with a brown contrast zip tape and ribbed mock neck
Quarter-zip in navy with brown zip detail
Folded charcoal blue-grey quarter-zip knit sweater with a matching zip and ribbed mock neck
Quarter-zip in charcoal

How it works

What to expect when you visit

01

Book a visit

Book a consultation at our Libertyville studio and tell us what you want the knit for, from the commute to weekends.

02

Choose the knit

We show you the V-neck and quarter-zip styles and the colors in stock, and help you decide which neckline suits the shirts you already own.

03

Check the fit

Try your size on and check the shoulders, body length, and sleeve length. A knit should sit close without pulling.

04

Build the outfit

If you are layering under a jacket, we can show how the knit sits beneath a blazer from our range before you decide.

Why we carry it

Warmth that still looks put together

A heavy sweater under a jacket is the quickest way to ruin the line of the jacket. That is why we choose knits that sit close and flat, with a ribbed collar that holds its shape when the zip is down or the V is open.

If you are already wearing our tailoring, a knit lets you keep the same silhouette in colder weather. Our guide to styling a custom blazer shows how.

What to choose from

  • ✓ V-neck sweaters for wearing over a collared shirt
  • ✓ Quarter-zip knits for a relaxed, open-collar look
  • ✓ Neutral shades such as taupe, navy, and charcoal
  • ✓ Richer tones such as burgundy
  • ✓ Light shades such as pale yellow for warmer days
  • ✓ Contrast details such as brown zip tape

Also available in Libertyville

Complete your wardrobe

Custom suits

Suits built from scratch for the office, events, and any occasion that demands the right fit.

Learn more →

Blazers

Custom blazers that layer cleanly over a V-neck or a quarter-zip.

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Custom pants

Trousers made to your measurements to sit well with a knit on top.

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Handcrafted shirts

Made-to-measure shirts for wearing under a V-neck sweater.

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Common questions

Questions from Libertyville clients

Is the knitwear made to measure?

No. Our knitwear is ready to wear, so you choose from what is in the studio and try your size. For pieces made to your measurements, see our custom suits in Libertyville and blazers in Libertyville.

What styles and colors do you carry?

V-neck sweaters and quarter-zip knits, in colors that currently include pale yellow, burgundy, taupe, navy, and charcoal. Stock changes, so mention what you are looking for when you book.

How should a sweater fit?

The shoulder seam should sit at the edge of your shoulder, the hem should land around your belt line, and the sleeves should reach your wrist. It should feel close to the body without pulling across the chest.

Which knit is best for a cold-weather commute?

A quarter-zip is the practical choice because you can open or close the neck as you move between the car, the street, and a warm office. A V-neck over a collared shirt is better when you want to look more formal. We can help you choose in the studio.

Can I wear a knit under a blazer?

Yes. A V-neck over an open-collar or collared shirt is the easiest combination, and a fine quarter-zip works under a casual jacket. Pick a slim knit so the jacket sits flat.

Do you serve clients outside Libertyville?

Yes. We also carry knitwear at our studios in Rosemont, IL and Milwaukee, WI. See all studios on our knitwear page.

Serving clients across Lake County including

Mundelein Vernon Hills Lake Forest Gurnee Grayslake Green Oaks Lindenhurst Libertyville

Keep reading

Guides that might help

Ready to get started

Book your consultation in Libertyville

Visit the studio, try the knits, and find the one you will reach for all winter.

757 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL