Recently posted on the English Cut website -http://www.englishcut.com/2011/03/29/the-new-old-way/#comments

"As from July you’ll initially be able to make an appointment with myself where you can choose your cloth, style details and then be measured. We’ll also have our full rage of sample garments in the basic sizes. To compliment your full set of measurements we can try the clothes on you so we can both see the type of look we’re aiming for. After this stage we’ll meet again with a completed suit which we can fine tune as necessary. The entire process will take about six weeks from start to finish and the cost will be approximately £1400.00 for a two piece. Before you receive your suit everything will be finalized and checked here at the hall, the home of English Cut.
     
"In simple terms you’ll own a hand made garment that’s been made by craftsmen who love their work. The style will be soft and natural, exactly as we make here in our own workshop, Paul and I will make sure of this. They’ll be cut using patterns designed by yours truly and quite simply there will be nothing to compare in made to measure tailoring. Remember, this is unique, we’re not using one of the three factories that everyone else uses to machine produce soulless garments that all look the same. These have been redesigned from the paper pattern right through to the final pressing technique."

Note the final dig, presumably at Cheshire Bespoke and Wensum. His earlier comments on the lack of English trained artisans are illuminating.

I wonder how the quality will compare with Steed's offering - http://www.steedtailors.co.uk/semi_bespoke.htm

"Our semi-bespoke suits are cut and constructed to your specific measurements and requirements allowing you to select the style, fabric and personal details

"These suits are tailored using many of the traditional Savile Row methods usually associated with bespoke suits and take about 6 to 7 weeks to make."

Steed's standard prices are 30% cheaper than English Cut's - http://www.steedtailors.co.uk/semi_bespoke_price_list.htm

There is a Spring special offer - http://steeds-view.blogspot.com/2011/03/steed-tailors-mtm-dinner-suit-sports.html

"Spring Special Price:
3-Piece Suit would be £825
2-Piece Suit would be £675
Sports Jacket/Blazer  £480
Trousers £210

3-Piece Dinner Suit £960
2-Piece Dinner Suit £770"

Half English Cut's proposed prices.

Anyone tempted?

Last edited by Bishop of Briggs (2011-04-02 03:34:16)