If any man is to put his money on a fine garment, it ought to be on a well-tailored bespoke suit that best fit his body and style.
Nothing is more unflattering than a suit that is too loose or too tight on the body, which is often the case with ready-to-wear suits. Fine craftsmanship that goes into a hand-sewn suit, made of the finest fabrics, guarantees a customised suit that is likely to last years and accentuate a man’s unique physique and highlights his best form. Investing in a well-tailored suit is one of the best treats that a man can give himself.
Ascot Chang
From hand-sewn canvas to hand-rolled lapels, the most skilled tailors pay great attention to the slightest detail that offers a truly personalised suit to fit their customers’ unique style.
Since 1953, Ascot Chan is one of the most well-known tailors in and outside of Hong Kong. It specialises in Shanghainese and Hong Kong bespoke tailoring. Although its style focuses on timeless classics, its designs remain relevant to modern men and this is evident in its handcrafted suits and shirts which are custom-made based on the thousands of world-class fabric samples available at its atelier.
Price: HK$14,000 Up
Location: Tsim Sha Tsui / Austin / Central
Contact: +852 2523 3663
A-Man Hing Cheong
A suit looks superb not only with its best materials, but also with the meticulous care and attention of the artisan or tailor. From cutting to detailing, tailors create bespoke suits to custom-fit their customers’ specific measurements and preferences which best highlight the latter’s best features.
A-Man Hing Cheong, is one of the longest-standing tailoring shops in the city. Located at the mezzanine level of the Mandarin Oriental, its tailoring experts specialise in bespoke English-style suits and shirts. Having been in the business since 1898, its stock of over 1,000 premium fabrics has grown into an exclusively wide range of samples of every colour, pattern and detail imaginable. Tailors at the atelier need only two fittings and a week to fulfill an order, making its services one of the quickest — a reflection of its expertise and skill.
Price: HK$10,000 up.
Location: Central
Contact: +852 2522 3336
W.W. Chan & Sons Tailor
Flawless craftsmanship and exclusive materials highlight the services of this tailoring shop which produces bespoke suits that last many years. The techniques that go into its suits ensure that every detail, from cutting and lining to the design of the lapel and buttons, is executed by skilled artisans in this trade.
Since 1952, W.W. Chan & Sons has persisted to preserve the valuable knowledge of cutting and tailoring techniques, rooted in traditional Shanghainese craftsmanship passed down from generation to generation. Veteran W.W. Chan is one of the original “Red Gang” tailors known for fusing Russian, British, Japanese, and Chinese tailoring techniques.
Price: HK$11,500 Up
Location: Central
Contact: +852 2366 9738 / +852 2366 2634
Raja Luxe
The quality of atruly bespoke suit are evident in the details. Top-notch materials make for premium quality, while the distinctive patterns and colours reflect the style and personality of the person.
A well-dressed gentleman knows better than anyone how he likes his suits. At Raja Fashions’ private showroom, Raja Luxe, customers lend a hand in personalising their own suits. From outlining the canvas, lapel and trouser pleats to handpicking buttons and materials for linings and under-collar, customers are in control of a custom-tailored suit that truly fits their needs and distinction. They stock over 5,000 luxury fabrics, patterns and colours to choose from, and platinum or gold pinstripes fit for a king.
Price: HK$8,000 Up
Location: Tsim Sha Tsui
Contact: +852 23667624