Made-TO-MEASURE
Our Made-to-Measure service empowers you to design your own personal garment. We create a unique pattern based on your body measurements and guide you through selecting the style attributes you prefer. This way, you can be sure that the final cloth will fit you perfectly.
INTRODUCTION
Made-to-measure refers to the process of adjusting an existing pattern to fit a customer's unique body measurements. The tailor takes the measurements by trying on a master garment, which serves as a benchmark for the alterations needed. These alterations are then converted into a personal pattern and size, which is used to cut the fabric and produce the garment. This is different from bespoke, where the tailor creates a pattern based on measuring the customer's body with a tape measure.
Customizing a garment is a satisfying experience as it allows you to choose unique details. You have the freedom to select various design and construction options, and each element will affect the final look of the garment. Therefore, we recommend conducting research before the first fitting. Consider the garment's intended use and the desired attributes you want it to have. This way, you can make informed decisions and create a garment that truly suits your needs.
WHAT IS IT AND HOW DO I PREPARE?
Max and Adam are always available to guide and assist you in every step of your MTM experience. If you are not interested in choosing everything, they will even make it easy for you by selecting the most relevant options for you.
The stages of your MTM experience begin with the first fitting, where we help you choose the fabric, conduct the measurement process, and decide on the construction and design options. We then create a unique pattern for you and send it to production. Finally, when the garment is completed, we conduct a final fitting to ensure that it fits perfectly and is made to your satisfaction.
To help you prepare for the decisions you will need to make and their impact on your garment, we have created a guide. This guide covers some of the most important elements of an MTM garment that you should be aware of, in order to enhance your overall experience.
BALTZAR SARTORIAL MTM ASSORTMENT
Our assortment includes both formal and casual wear that can be customized according to your preferences. You can choose from comfortable and relaxed popover shirts, chinos, tailored business suits, and extravagant evening wear for special occasions.
Below, you will find a compilation of the categories available in our Made-to-Measure garment collection.
Suits
Every man should have a tailored suit in his wardrobe for any occasion, from formal events to business meetings.
Blazers
Blazers are versatile and stylish garments that can be dressed up or down with ease, making them perfect for any occasion.
FESTIVE WEAR
The tuxedo is the most formal attire for social events, such as weddings or dinner parties.
OUTERWEAR
The final layer includes styles such as polo coats, car-coats, and field jackets to protect you from nature's hazards.
SHIRTS
Various shirt styles are available, from classic dress shirts to more casual popovers.
TROUSERS
The selection of trousers ranges from formal tailored styles to casual chinos and selvedge denim.
FABRIC CHOICE
We offer fabrics from some of the best weavers and merchants in the world, such as Loro Piana, Caccioppoli, Dugdale & Bros, Hardy Minnis, and Holland & Sherry. Our experts, Adam and Max, will assist you in selecting the fabric that best suits your needs. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing fabrics.
Wearing
When selecting a fabric for your garment, it's important to consider its intended use. Will it be subjected to frequent wear and tear, such as during travel, or will it be worn to a special occasion where it needs to stand out? It's crucial to choose a fabric with the appropriate characteristics to meet your specific needs.
Weight
The weight of the fabric used to make a garment plays a crucial role in its feel and performance. Heavyweight fabrics are not flimsy and tend to drape more naturally, making them ideal for people who are prone to wrinkles. On the other hand, lightweight fabrics are less warm and more comfortable to wear. The weight of the fabric used in a garment depends on the season it will be worn the most.
Quality
When it comes to wool fabrics, it's common to see a "super" number that describes its quality. This number represents the density of threads in the fabric. The higher the "super" number, the higher the thread count per square centimeter. As a result, the fabric becomes more expensive, softer to the touch, and more prone to wearing out quickly. In other words, a Super 150s wool fabric is finer and has a more noticeable shine than a Super 110s, but it wears out faster.
Composition
When it comes to choosing the right fabric for clothing, it's important to consider the composition, as different fabrics are suitable for different seasons. For instance, linen is ideal for warmer months, while wool flannel is better suited for colder weather. Wool and cotton are lightweight during summer, but heavy in winter. However, fabrics that are made by blending different fibers, such as wool-silk-linen fabric, can offer unique characteristics to a garment without limiting its use to a specific season.
MEASURING PROCESS
The measuring process is about finding the perfect fit. We’ll start with you trying out the best possible size from a master garment and from that we create your personal size.
Achieving the perfect fit for any garment is primarily determined by the shape of your body. It requires creating an even balance between your upper body and legs.
Our experts, Adam or Max, will address and adjust all the necessary measurements to create a customized garment that not only looks great but also fits you well and wears effortlessly.
For instance, the rise of your trousers is determined by the height of your hips, which also plays a crucial role in ensuring comfort. Similarly, the relationship between your shoulder width and waist circumference determines how a blazer fits and feels.
All the changes and adjustments made during the measurement process are essential in creating your unique fit profile. This profile is then saved in our system, which can later be used for future commissions.
CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN OPTIONS
The construction is often overlooked by the untrained eye, but it is the most noticeable difference for wearers of high-quality products.
Baltzar Sartorial MTM jackets and blazers are crafted with a full floating canvas construction. Instead of using a fused interlining, horsehair is used in the canvas construction.
As you wear the garment, the canvas will mold to your body and shape the jacket or blazer, making it unique to you. The canvas is sewn together with the outer fabric, which allows the fabric to drape naturally.
Attention to detail is key.
The design elements of your garment will add a personal touch and make it something you can be proud to wear. Specific design elements, such as the pocket style, will determine the formality of the garment and affect how and where it can be worn.
Therefore, it’s important to have a clear idea of how you want to wear the final garment. Don't worry though, our experts will guide you through the entire process.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Below is a list of starting prices for each garment category. The final price of the customised garment is determined by the fabric chosen by the customer. The starting prices are as follows:
- Suits: starting at 9495 SEK
- Blazers: starting at 6995 SEK
- Outerwear: starting at 8995 SEK
- Formal Wear: starting at 10795 SEK
- Shirts: starting at 1995 SEK
- Trousers: starting at 2995 SEK
Please note that the final price may vary depending on the fabric selection.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
We take great pride in our made-to-measure garments, which are crafted by skilled artisans with meticulous attention to detail and top-notch craftsmanship. The production time for our made-to-measure garments is between 4 to 6 weeks.
If you choose a customised garment that is made with fabrics we have in stock, the production time will be 4 weeks. However, if you prefer a garment that is made of cut-length fabrics, which we need to first order and cut from one of our weavers, the production time will be 6 weeks.
Rest assured that regardless of the production time, we always strive to provide the highest quality garments that meet your specific needs and preferences.
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