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Full-canvas suit A full-canvas suit refers to a jacket with a layer of canvas that covers the entire front panel. This holds the shape of the suit yet it's more expensive, heavier and time-consuming to make. Fused/glued suit A fused or glued suit refers to...

【Tailor-M Exclusive】HK$500 off for One Suit and HK$1,200 off for Two Suits!

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Bettie Spring 2020 Woman’s Collection: Awaken

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Introduction of ‘Awaken’ Collection Awaken is Bettie’s first women’s collection. The design concept is inspired by simple geometry, with square represents principle, and circle manifests the wisdom of life. Their co-existence exemplifies apparent contradictions,...

3 lapel styles you should know

Notched lapels are the most common type and can be seen in different outerwear because they're versatile and suitable for all occasions. If you're looking for a more formal option, for example, a business formal wear, go for the peak lapels. They appear more elegant...

Making Your Own Style Statement With David Fashions

When you have got it then flaunt it! You must have read or heard a phrase, when you have got it then flaunt it. This is not just true for a good physique or a nice car. The best way you can make your mark in this mad world is by wearing your own style on your body and...

How to treat wrinkles on your suit

The correct way to treat wrinkles on your suit We normally use an iron to treat wrinkles on our clothes, yet that's not the case for a suit. The high temperature of iron may damage the fabric. Instead, use a steamer to treat the creases on your suit. If you don't have...

【Tailor-M Special】30% off Pin-Stripe Bespoke Custom Suits

Pinstripe - Essential for Professionals and Executives A pinstripe suit can be described as one of the wardrobe essentials of a professional and company executive. It is one of the favourite styles adopted by bankers. The main reason for it is the contrasting colour...

【Shop Relocation】Grand Opening Discount on All Purchases!

A-Timeless Tailor Central Shop Relocation A Timeless renovation with a stylish setting. A Timeless Tailor will start serving customers at our new location with a new look! The latest shop renovation reflects our suit making styling which are Timeless and progresses...

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Shoe Artistry – Handmade Bespoke Leather Shoes

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Shoe Artistry - Handmade Bespoke Leather Shoes You may be familiar with bespoke clothing, but bespoke footwear is truly in a class of its own. The shoes fit like a glove; It can be resoled when the soles wear out; and the icing on the cake? You can design your own...

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【Exciting Opportunities】Job Vacancies!

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Job Vacancies in Tailoring Industry Do you have a passion for Bespoke Tailoring? Are you a Fashionista? Want to turn your hobby into a job? Here are the opportunities! There are many advantages with working in the tailoring industry, not least with the opportunity...

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Bettie Spring 2020 Woman’s Collection: Awaken

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Making Your Own Style Statement With David Fashions

【Shop Relocation】Grand Opening Discount on All Purchases!

【With Video】The Characteristics of a Good Tailor

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https://youtu.be/f_tHst43Feo Being Skinned or simply Incompetent? Many of my friends have complained to me in the past that their tailor couldn't get the suit right, even after visiting them a few times for alterations. They gave up in the end. So, why is that? Is...

Brummell Tailor – Hidden Gem in Central

Treasure Buried in the Concrete Jungle At the heart of Hong Kong's financial district, Central, are the glamorous shopping malls like IFC, Landmark and Prince's Building. Apart from the traditional designer brands, it is not difficult to...

Bettie Bespoke – Where it all Began

Bettie Bespoke is to launch a collection of designer bespoke suit. Bettie's designs are complemented with a hint of both Eastern and Western cultures. But how did she start her path to becoming a unique designer? Experience of working for Alexander McQueen Bettie...

The Meaning of The Lancelot Logo

In this first post, let's talk about our logo first! ( I designed myself ) May I? There is a house walking through a Lancelot shield and leaving as an elegant deer. "House" represents Knight: A businessman is a knight who is fighting for his life, his family, his...

Halo World, I am a stylist and tailor, Stephen

Hi guys, I am Stephen, a senior stylist of The Lancelot. Thanks for everyone's support for a long time. Many many friends ( or you can call customers ) asked me to write a blog... for years, but I just spent all my time on doing styling, investigating about suit...

【Visiting Tailor】Save Time and Energy at the Push of a Button

Struggling to find time to visit the Tailors? You’re working tirelessly at the office, day and night. Overwhelmed with a tight schedule, you race against time to get all your jobs done before the end of the working week. You even struggle to free up time to enjoy a...

【Best of Asia】Hong Kong among the Best Tailors in Asia

While Hong Kong is often recognized for its international standing as an international financial center. Some would also realize that Hong Kong also has some of the best tailors in the world.

【Designer Suits】Sparkle up your Grey & Navy suits

What are the most common colours that you see in your wardrobe? Black & White? Navy? Charcoal Grey? Isn't that boring? Bettie Bespoke offers some tips to help you explore different colors for your suits! Not too overwhelming, but just adding that little bit of...

Milan Tailors from Hong Kong, is coming to Europe!

Whether it is Tuxedo or Dinner Suit for weddings, Business Suits for work, tailoring your own handcrafted suit has never crossed the mind of many people, as it is not something you can easily find on the high street... Even if there is one, it can often be very...

【Tailor-M Exclusive】HK$500 off for One Suit and HK$1,200 off for Two Suits!

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【Tailor-M Special】30% off Pin-Stripe Bespoke Custom Suits

【Shop Relocation】Grand Opening Discount on All Purchases!

【2019 Grooms Alert】Wedding Suits – An Alternative to Tuxedo

Enjoy a HK$1000 off to order a three-piece suit for your wedding here! What are the alternatives to a traditional tuxedo? Your wedding day will be the moment where you have the most photos taken of you in your lifetime. Your every move, every blink, is recorded by...

【Tailor-M Special】Exclusive HK$500 Voucher of David Fashions

Enjoy HK$500 off when you spend over HK$2,000! Tailor-M is once again providing an exclusive discount voucher of David Fashions. You can enjoy a HK$500 off, once you purchase over HK$2,000. Don't miss the opportunity, and redeem it here immediately by simply making an...

【Sea Island Cotton Shirts】Haven’t had one before? You are in for a Treat!

Purchase any suit worth HK$4,880 and receive a Sea-Island Cotton Shirt for Free! As Easter approaches, children may often receive Easter Eggs or Easter Bunnies as Easter Gifts. As for adults, sorry that it's not Christmas and you don't get to receive any gifts. Oh...

【Freebies Alert】Free shirts, Tie and Pocket Square

We have previously introduced L&K Bespoke Tailor's Headcutter Lewis, who is not only experienced but a tailor who follows the latest trends and techniques to keep the style and cut of his products up to date. This has attracted plenty of seasoned international...

【Special Shirts Deal】HK$899 for 3 Tailored Shirts

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Shirts - An Essential You Can't Get Enough Of Shirts is an item which every man's wardrobe has. Whether they are dress shirts that you wear to work with your suit, or casual shirts to go along with your Khaki's or Jeans on vacation. Whether you're heading out to...

Buy any Suit, Get Three FREE Shirts!!!!

David Fashions is now celebrating its 33rd Anniversary! They want to share happiness with every customer, to thank for the support for these years. To buy any tailor-made suit at David Fashions, you can get FREE three shirts worth HK$1,464 (HK$488 each)! David...

【New look for 2019】Free Pocket Square for your suit!

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A fresh look for 2019 - Add a sparkle to your suit 2018 is almost coming to an end. As we enter 2019, ever thought of giving yourself a brand new image for a fresh start? As business gets tougher in the wobbly economic environment, first impressions count! A bespoke...

【Party Season】 How to dress appropriately, while charming most at parties?

All the Christmas decorations that we see around the shopping malls are obvious signs that we approach the end of the year again. This means the time of corporate parties and banquets, and you may need to start thinking about the party outfits... It's often a big...

【Freebies worth HK$1,476】Free shirt and trousers!

Is there anything more daunting than the thought of having to do your laundry after work? Surely, one can’t wear the same shirt and trousers for five days? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you have so many shirts and trousers that you don’t have to do your laundry...

【2019 Grooms Alert】Wedding Suits – An Alternative to Tuxedo

【Double-Breasted Tuxedo】A Classy Touch of Royalty

Having a suit made for your wedding is without doubt one of the major decisions of your life, considering that your wedding photo will be hung on the wall of your living room for the next decade. Following the movie Kingsman, starring Colin Firth, the...

【Lifetime Memory】 Don’t Let the Tuxedo Ruin Your Wedding

Don’t Let the Tuxedo Ruin Your Wedding On the wedding day, the bride’s dress and makeup are undoubtedly remarkable. However, the wedding tuxedo also plays an important role in big day. If it doesn’t fit well, it could become a blemish on the fabulous day. It will...

【2018 Grooms Alert】Wedding Suits – An Alternative to Tuxedo

Enjoy a HK$1000 off to order a three-piece suit for your 2018 wedding here! What are the alternatives to a traditional tuxedo? Your wedding day will be the moment where you have the most photos taken of you in your lifetime. Your every move, every blink, is...

【Party Suits】Ways to Dress Well for Year-End Celebrations

The year of 2017 is coming to an end soon. Received invitations to parties or proms? Amid the festive season, your suits should not be as rigid as your dress code for work. Instead, try party suits with a more stunning design, highlighting your character and fashion...

Hot Picks: Tuxedo

When you are going to attend some very vital occasions, such as wedding banquets or proms, what you need will be a more formal suit – Tuxedo. There are so many tailors who provide custom-made suit. The Formal "Suit" for Wedding Banquets...

Fine Dining In Your Shorts?

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Fine dining at a restaurant in Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton or Mandarin Oriental has become increasingly popular in recent years, thanks to the rise of the middle-class in Hong Kong in recent years. You may have been to lunch or dinner in...

Is Linen Suit a great choice for summer?

Yes and No. Linen is a lightweight and breathable material, making it great for keeping you cool in summer. Yet, suits with a high percentage of linen get easily stained and creased. If you’re looking for a low maintenance suit for summer, linen may not be for you as...

Three things to consider when choosing the fabric for your suit

Consider the breathability, softness and durability of the fabric. Suits made with worsted wool has a great balance. Worsted wool is a high-quality type of wool yarn that is spun with longer fibres, making it stronger, smoother and finer. It is a breathable fabric...

What does “Super 130s” mean?

The S-number indicates the wool fibre thickness. The higher the number, the narrower the wool fibre. It's regarded as an easy way to determine the quality of the fabric. While it's true that fabrics with higher micron number tend to be softer, it's also finer and more...

A Waterproof Suit is Available Now!

Not everyone enjoys in a raining day which probably can ruin your outfit of the day. If you also are one of the haters of rainy days, let's see how to avoid your suit from getting wet. Bettie Bespoke Boutique has introduced a waterproof fabric. No matter what kind...

【Technology Revolution】Keeping your shirts wrinkle-free!

As Summer approaches, you become all sweaty under the unbearable heat by noon. You wish you could take off the suit blazer immediately to cool yourself down. You are nonetheless very hesitant to do that, as you know that your shirt is full of wrinkles after the...

【Interactive】 Best Suit Fabrics for Asia’s Weather

Darmian recommends two suit fabrics for Hong Kong’s subtropical climate and summer-all-year-round Singapore. Darmian also gives a tip on tailor-making suits..

【Suiting Fabric】Your options apart from Wool

Whenever we come across suiting fabrics, many people would often comment that “Wool is the best!” It certainly is among the most common fabrics used in suits. However, what are the other alternatives to wool? What is really the best fabric for me? Roger Shaikh of...

【Fresco】 The Summer Suits Fabrics

(Ander): Hi Darmian. I am looking for summer suits for upcoming summer season. Is there any cool, airy fabrics you recommend for making suits? (Darmian): Hi Ander, thanks for your email. Wearing suits in hot summer seasons could be...

The Best Suit Fabric for This Winter

It has been November already. Everyone should get prepared for their suits in the coming winter. Maybe you will ask, what is the difference between summer suits and winter suits? What is the best suit fabric for each season? Most of them are in the dull colors such as...

【Interactive】 Summer & Winter Shirts Fabrics

There is winter and summer fabrics for suits. What about shirts? 2 things you should know in choosing shirts for cold winters & hot summers…

【Interactive】 Fabrics for Casual Suits

Suits made of wool being too business formal? Darmian suggests another 2 kinds of suit fabrics for informal casual suits for your weekend gatherings…

【Interactive】 Suit Fabrics for Spring

What are the suit fabrics best for spring seasons? Darmian gives 2 ideas on spring suit fabrics

Full-canvas, half-canvas and fused suits. What to choose?

Suit knowledge, Tips for bespoke suit, Uncategorized

3 lapel styles you should know

How to treat wrinkles on your suit

Fabrics, Tips for bespoke suit

Is Linen Suit a great choice for summer?

How to wash your suit

The answer is, you don't! NEVER wash your suit Leave it to the professional and have it dry cleaned. Remember, dry clean them once, maximum twice a year. The chemical involved in dry cleaning can reduce the lifespan of your suit. If you notice anything that...

Own suits? Invest in THESE

Invest in quality wooden hangers Quality hangers are a MUST for your suits. You don’t want wire hangers to ruin your tailored suit. Look for hangers with wide shoulders and made from wood. They’ll help maintain the shape of your jacket, optimising the shoulder support...

Check THIS to identify a quality suit

What is the material used for the lining of your suit? Look at the lining of the suit. What material is it? If it’s a polyester lining, it’s poorly made. Polyester is made from synthetic materials and just like plastic, it doesn’t breath very well. Even if you have a...

【Buttonholes】Functional Jacket Sleeve Buttonholes

Why pay a Premium and Settle for Less? For people who pay attention to details, it is in the detailed craftsmanship of your suit which can show off sparks of your personality and character. Apart from the Milanese Buttonholes that A...

【Suit Craftsmanship】The Milanese Buttonhole

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For people who pay attention to details, it is in the detailed craftsmanship of your suit which can show off sparks of your personality and character. Among which, the Buttonhole on top of the lapel is one of the most visible details on a suit jacket. Milanese...

【Facts you didn’t know】What’s wrong with the models’ suit?

"Attire worn by models might not be as flawless as you think", says a professional tailor. That's why everyone can actually dress better than models! If you have visited tailor shops before, you may have seen the fabrics books in shops that feature models with...

【Suit Style】 Suit Color other than Black, Grey, and Navy…

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Black, grey and navy are traditional classy picks on suit colors, suitable for business & formal meetings. Too many suits of these colors? Looking for some alternative suit color? Darmian recommends this color highly.

【Smart Casual】Checked Suit – Perfect foil for Mix and Match

A checked suit has recently arisen to be a popular choice in the fashion world. Its versatility means that gentlemen can use various ways to mix and match with the checked suit for different occasions. In this season, the checked suit is appearing in both men's and...

3 lapel styles you should know

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Double vs. Single-Breasted Suit

Double vs. Single-Breasted Suit: How to choose? If you'd like a suit that's versatile, go for a single-breasted suit. It's more flexible as you can easily dress it up or down according to different occasions. A double-breasted suit is more formal and less common....

【Styling Tip】The Secret For Men To Look Taller

How can a man dress to look taller? The secret is to get a 3-piece monochromatic suit. Wearing one colour for your suit jacket, vest and trousers can avoid your body being visually separated in parts. The buttons on the vest also play an important part. The higher...

【Gentlemen】 Stay Warm and Remain Charming in Winter!

Winter time in Hong Kong is quite hard. While women wear less to look beautiful, gentlemen would also want to keep warm elegantly. One question: how does the gentleman keep warm charmingly in winter? It might be too hot to wear a suit in summer, but it might be also...

【 Old Hong Kong 】 The Most Stylish Suits in 1920s

What are the most stylish suits of old Hong Kong in 1920s? Not the Mao suits (or Yat-Sen suits), but the French-style suits. See picture of French-Style…

【Bye Bobbies】 Remove Pilling on Clothes (with Prevention Tips)

Pilling is the little pills (or bobbies) appearing on clothes after wash, usually caused by friction. Here are 4 easy ways to remove pilling…

【Fall & Winter 2018】 3 Big Trends on Men’s Suits…

Looking for some ideas on autumn/ winter suits in 2018? Here are the 3 big trends in autumn/ winter suits for men that you should watch out for. Firstly…

【 White? Blue? 】 Best Shirt Colour for Interview & Important Meetings (Part 2)

What is the best shirt colour for interview? But first, you need to know the meanings of each colour. Different shirt colour delivers different messages to the interviewers/ meeting attendants. Darmian tells you the meanings of different colours, and tips in wearing these coloured shirts…

【 White? Blue? 】 Best Shirt Colour for Interview & Important Meetings (Part 1)

【 Rain, Rain, Go Away 】 Dry Your Wet Clothes with “This”…

Rain, rain, rain! Get wet with your suits, shirts, dresses or jackets?? Never use hairdryer, but dry your wet clothes with this…

【Half-lining Suit】Music to the Ears of all Suit Wearers

The heat wave that has hit Hong Kong recently suggests that Summer is here! Nonetheless, working in a client-facing job in the commercial district, it means that a full formal suit is inevitable for you, despite the unbearable heat. At the very best you can loosen...

【 Suit Fitness Challenge】 How Good- or Badly-Fitted are Your Suits?

(The Suit Fitness Challenge) You don’t have to be a suit expert, but this suit fitness challenge can tell if your suit is well- or ill-fitted in 3 seconds.

Shoe Artistry – Handmade Bespoke Leather Shoes

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【 Father’s Day 2018 】 A Guide to Father’s Day Gift

Still thinking of Father’s day gift? The latest collection of ilLupo ties and pocket squares which be found on Tailor-M.com would be an excellent choice. Their hand rolled edges and textile dyeing represent a high level craftsmanship and uniqueness. With the purpose...

【 Happy Father’s Day 2018 】 When, and What to Buy for Father’s Day

Happy Father's Day 2018! When is, and What to Buy for Father's Day? This year we will have our Father's Day on 17 June 2018 (it's a Saturday)! How to show your appreciation to dad without breaking the bank...

【White Day】 Gift Ideas for your Beloved Ones after Valentine’s Day

Along with Valentine’s Day, White Day is a special day women present gifts to their lovers. What to buy? Darmian gives you some gift ideas on White Day.

【On Sale!】 Leather Shoes from UK

Dear all leather shoes wearers, Good news to you! Clarks from UK is now offering summer sale on selected items including: workwear, casual, to sports shoes and sandals... men, women to kids' shoes.... leather shoes, nubuck, to textile... ...

Some Fathers’ Day Gift Ideas Beyond Phones & Watches!

Father's Day is coming (It's on 18 June in 2017) ! What are you going to buy for your lovely dad? Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy S8, FitBit...... Your father may already have all these gifts. What about something more special this year? Here are some ideas! Bespoke...

【Ties】 Good Fit? Bad Fit? Can Tell in 3 Seconds

How well are your ties fitted? Are they bad fit or good fit? Ties - Good or ill-fit? The tie should simply sit under your collar, and should not tighten your collar. Your knot should vary depending on your collar. A wider collar, such as a cutaway, would call for a...

Yes, you can judge a man by his shoes . . . and his belt!

Yes, you can judge a man by his shoes . . . and his belt!! Shoes and belts can make or break an outfit Too shiny shoes and belts may draw too much attention; too distressed and they might come off as too casual. Here’s what you should do...

[Ties] 3-Fold, 5-Fold, 7-Fold, & 9-Fold Ties?

Fold ties? Bow-ties? Yes, this time we are going to talk about "fold-ties" (not bow ties). When it comes to neckties, there are words like "3-fold", "5-fold", "7-fold", and "9-fold ties". The word "folds" refers to the number of times the...

Tips in Choosing Leather Shoes (2) – Colour

Choosing leather shoes colour for men can be a very involved process. For instance, conventional wisdom says that men need to wear shoes to match their belt; however, the rest of the outfit and the environment must be taken into consideration, as well. If you are...

Tips in Choosing Leather Shoes (1) – Style

Choosing leather shoes for men can be a very involved process. For instance, conventional wisdom says that men need to wear shoes to match their belt; however, the rest of the outfit and the environment must be taken into consideration, as well. If you are choosing...

Why Vintage Watches Make Great Investments

Vintage Watches = Good Investments? When it comes to making a good investments, vintage watches can often be a great option. But don't assume that by simply purchasing a vintage watch you are automatically making a good investment because some watches are much better...

Bettie Spring 2020 Woman’s Collection: Awaken

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【Exciting Opportunities】Job Vacancies!

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【 Uniform Stamps 】 HK Fire Services to Issue Commemorative Stamp

Fashion consultant Darmian S answers why he loves the sheetlet of this set of commemorative stamp most… he also answers “where to order uniforms” and shares with us a useful website……

【Hongkong Post】 “Qipao” Special Stamps

Qipao, a traditional Chinese dress for women that first came into vogue in the 1920s. How has Qipao emerged from the 1920s to the 1970s? Hongkong Post issues…

[Date, Ticketing] All You Need to Know about HK Rugby Sevens 2018

One of the most fascinating annual event in Hong Kong, the HK Rugby Sevens, is about to come! Hong Kong Rugby Union has just announced the details of the dates and ticketing. Date: 6-8 April 2018 Venue: Hong Kong Stadium, Causeway Bay Prices: Starting in 2018, prices...

【Dear Readers】 4 Tips Before You Going HK Book Fair…

One of the largest event in Hong Kong, HK Book Fair, is now open. Here are 4 tips before you going to the event…

【Tottenham Hotspur】 Thank You for Coming to Hong Kong

Dear Pochettino's Blue and White Army, Thank you for coming to Hong Kong and we hope you all enjoyed your stay! What a fantastic performance by both Tottenham Hotspur and Kitchee SC! We've finally ended the season with a trophy, and in front of our fans in Hong Kong!...

【More than Rugby Sevens 】 Best Things to Do in Hong Kong

Best things to do in Hong Kong – Rugby Sevens? A dim sum lunch? The Victoria Harbour? But don’t miss out getting bespoke suits by our Hong Kong tailors

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