The word "haberdashery" would appear to suggest speediness, yet many of the leading retailers of customwear take months and months to deliver to the client.
J. Hilburn, the newest bespoke clothier in Charleston happily breaks the trend of long wait times for custom clothing by delivering shirts in three weeks. The Italian spun 100% Egyptian cotton is magically transformed by master tailors in Hong Kong into the finest custom made shirts that have clients coming back for more.
If that doesn't make you want one immediately, then the prices will. With four price points ($79, $99, $129 and $149) you will not find a better deal anywhere. Even better, once your measurements are obtained by Style Advisor, you can make a wish list and place an order from your Style Advisor at any time.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Katherine Mengedoht at 843-478-0495
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Monday, June 14, 2010
The Secret Life of Shirts
The garment industry is an amazing way for designers to perfect their craft. However, for many large name makers, it is also a way to stick it to the customer. The time has come to unveil the secret life of shirts...
Ready to wear, or bulk made shirts cost on average, $5 to $7 to make, excluding fabric. The shirts are created with one style and 10 sizes ranging in neck and sleeve length. Gobillions of shirts are made at the same time using dye-cut techniques and automated machine sewing. It will take between 11 to 14 months for the shirt to get from the design house to the marketplace f0r purchase by the consumer. The shirt that was made for less than $20 will be marked up to very high levels that will sell in few numbers. After several months, the overpriced garments will be marked down to levels that will entice buyers to purchase even if it is a poor fit. Excess inventory finds its way to TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and the outlet centers. Generally these shirts will be the styles and fabrics from 16 to 24 months ago.
The secret life of a custom shirt from J. Hilburn is much more exciting!
J. Hilburn delivers a better product in half the time. Our current delivery time from the client's order is three weeks and this is how we do it:
Pre-production (5 days) - this is to check inventory for fabric and prepare the work order
Pattern Making (1 day) - each shirt requires a custom pattern for fit and style
Fabric Cutting (1 day) - each shirt requires a single person to hand cut each piece of fabric
Sewing (4-5 days) - all shirts are hand sewn by a master tailor.
Inspection & Packaging (1-2 days) - quality control on each piece, hand ironing and folding for shipping
Delivery to Dallas (4-5 days) - packages are sent from Hong Kong to Dallas via overnight carrier, but customs can take an extra day or so
Packaging to Client (1 day) - The J. Hilburn team in Dallas examines the pieces and ships to either the Style Advisor or Client
The difference in quality of workmanship and price is quite amazing.
As of this post, there is an Armani Collezioni Twill Dress Shirt on the Saks website for $315! The exact same fabric and options are available for $99 from J. Hilburn and ours it is a CUSTOM FIT.
J.Hilburn is giving men the ability to have the finest handmade luxury clothing for prices that are unbeatable.
Ready to wear, or bulk made shirts cost on average, $5 to $7 to make, excluding fabric. The shirts are created with one style and 10 sizes ranging in neck and sleeve length. Gobillions of shirts are made at the same time using dye-cut techniques and automated machine sewing. It will take between 11 to 14 months for the shirt to get from the design house to the marketplace f0r purchase by the consumer. The shirt that was made for less than $20 will be marked up to very high levels that will sell in few numbers. After several months, the overpriced garments will be marked down to levels that will entice buyers to purchase even if it is a poor fit. Excess inventory finds its way to TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and the outlet centers. Generally these shirts will be the styles and fabrics from 16 to 24 months ago.
The secret life of a custom shirt from J. Hilburn is much more exciting!
J. Hilburn delivers a better product in half the time. Our current delivery time from the client's order is three weeks and this is how we do it:
Pre-production (5 days) - this is to check inventory for fabric and prepare the work order
Pattern Making (1 day) - each shirt requires a custom pattern for fit and style
Fabric Cutting (1 day) - each shirt requires a single person to hand cut each piece of fabric
Sewing (4-5 days) - all shirts are hand sewn by a master tailor.
Inspection & Packaging (1-2 days) - quality control on each piece, hand ironing and folding for shipping
Delivery to Dallas (4-5 days) - packages are sent from Hong Kong to Dallas via overnight carrier, but customs can take an extra day or so
Packaging to Client (1 day) - The J. Hilburn team in Dallas examines the pieces and ships to either the Style Advisor or Client
The difference in quality of workmanship and price is quite amazing.
As of this post, there is an Armani Collezioni Twill Dress Shirt on the Saks website for $315! The exact same fabric and options are available for $99 from J. Hilburn and ours it is a CUSTOM FIT.
J.Hilburn is giving men the ability to have the finest handmade luxury clothing for prices that are unbeatable.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
A Dad's Day Deal | NBC Dallas-Fort Worth
A Dad's Day Deal JUST FOR HIM: Wouldn’t Dad love a handsome, custom-made shirt from J. Hilburn for Father’s Day? (And wouldn’t Mom love finally tossing out that orange pin-stripe number from 1974?) Now through June 20th, you can give him the gift of impeccable style and save $25 off your purchase of $150 or $50 off your purchase of $250 from this up-and-coming men’s clothier. Oh, and don’t forget trousers, belts and polos to round out Dad’s new look! GET IT: Visit JHilburn.com to explore the collection and connect with a personal style advisor."
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Bespoke clothing
The terms "bespoke" and "made to measure" are not the same. Bespoke is taken from the 17th century when tailors held bolts of fabric in their shops and the fabric was "spoken for" by a particular client. When the tailor made clothing specifically to the client's wishes, it was "bespoke".
"Made to measure" is a term that is used to create clothing that is created from a basic pattern and is roughly adjusted to the client's measurements.
With J. Hilburn custom clothing, the client chooses the fabrics best suited for them. Your Style Advisor takes at least 10 measurements in order for the designers to create a marker or pattern for that client. Our tailors hand cut each piece of fabric. A single tailor is then given the task of sewing each part of the garment together. Each piece of your shirt is handmade - from the initial cutting of the fabric, down to the buttonholes. With J. Hilburn, your shirts are truly bespoke.
"Made to measure" is a term that is used to create clothing that is created from a basic pattern and is roughly adjusted to the client's measurements.
With J. Hilburn custom clothing, the client chooses the fabrics best suited for them. Your Style Advisor takes at least 10 measurements in order for the designers to create a marker or pattern for that client. Our tailors hand cut each piece of fabric. A single tailor is then given the task of sewing each part of the garment together. Each piece of your shirt is handmade - from the initial cutting of the fabric, down to the buttonholes. With J. Hilburn, your shirts are truly bespoke.
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