Mens Luxury Clothing & Tailoring in London

Mr Start - Creator Of Luxury Contemporary Made To Measure Suits and Tailored Clothing For Men And Women In The Heart Of London.

"I have always believed that you should create an individual style that you enjoy and works for you. As a designer, tailor, and retailer I want to create for our customers luxurious, high quality tailored clothing that speaks to their personality whilst respecting the beauty and craftsmanship of tailoring'

Philip Start

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The Mr Start Experience

For over 50 years, Philip Start has been at the centre of fashion and tailoring. From his early days at Garrards the jewellers, he honed his retail skills and has never stopped honing!

In 1975 he made a huge name for himself by setting up the retail chain Woodhouse, and was one of the first to introduce many key labels like Stone Island

After selling it, buying it back and selling it again, along with his wife Brix Smith-Start he was one of the Shoreditch pioneers who in 2002, after their observation that there was nowhere to shop for designer fashion in London's up-and-coming Shoreditch area set up their eponymous multi-brand boutique Start. While Shoreditch is now a hotbed of creativity and luxury retail, when Start first opened there, it was a more run-down area with low footfall, but the Start and Mr Start boutiques quickly became a fashion destination attracting loyal customers to the area, as well as locals. The move to open luxury stores in the area at that time was typical of Philip Start's visionary thinking.

The Rivington

The namesake for the address of the first Mr Start store. The Rivington epiphanies the very essence of Mr Start style icons. Designed in 2007 as a contemporary alternative to the more traditional suit.Slim fitting with narrow lapels, a slightly shorter jacket and sleeker sleeves creating modernity making this the ideal suit for the contemporary man.

The Pitfield

The Pitfield is based on the Rivington but designed to be a more casual, relaxed suit. The unstructured, soft shoulders and slightly more generous fit, coupled with the Rivington which has wider lapels gives an effortless contemporary feel making this a superb every day suit to style up, or dress down.

The Hoxton

Now, the Hoxton is a similar fit to the Pitfield, but has a wider lapel and is available with a soft shoulder or a more elevated shoulder which creates a more formal look.

The Leonard

The most different one of the four is the Leonard with its stronger, more defined structured lines, it is our most classical suit and yet maintains an unapologetic modern vibe, especially if it's in the one button fastening. With a structured shoulder, wide classic lapel or peak lapel coupled with a curved sleeve for a sleek shape The 'Leonard' provides a strong silhouette.This is most definitely the nearest to a classic Saville Row suit. This shape has come back in fashion.

The Suit - Making It Speak Of You

Our custom made to measure service helps you create a suit, jacket or trouser perfectly styled and fitted just for you. There are many aspects we will help you consider, including choosing from an exquisite selection of luxury wool, silk and cashmere blends from Italy and the UK.

Everything is on our cutting table to be styled with your personality in mind.

01. The Shoulder Shape

Defines the structure and outline of the jacket Soft shoulder pads are soft fitting, gentle and provide a more casual look Semi soft shoulders, which gives a very slightly more for formal shape Stronger shoulders creates
a more formal shape

02. The Lapels

Peak lapel, Shawl lapel, Notch lapel are all options.

03. The Buttons

All styles available in one or two buttons, or more for double breasted. Your choice of button can create a dramatic difference to the finished suit or jacket. We have a great selection of horn, corozo and poly buttons to choose from, and can also do covered buttons.

04. The Lining

There are three options when it comes to linings.

Fully-lined; the whole inside of the jacket is lined
Part-lined; the sleeves, jacket sides and the upper back area is lined, looks great and makes it a bit lighter to wear.
Deconstruct; no lining except for the sleeves in our deconstructed model, which gives a very soft handle

05. The Trouser

The style and design of the trouser can dramatically change your look. Here is a quick synopsis of what to consider when selecting your trouser:

Flat front, with slim hems which is our most popular style
Pleated for a fuller modern fit
Wider fit, flat front and wide all the way down to the hem

The Men's Suit For Women

YSL revolutionised women's fashion when he gave women the same basic wardrobe as a man - blazers. trousers and suits. Thankfully, it is no longer controversial for women to wear fabulous tailoring.Our designs can create a strong and powerful or a soft and feminine look. These transcend gender and are a highly individual and personalised style statement.

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The Process

Throughout your one hour appointment we will guide you through the fun and enjoyable process of designing your very own custom made tailored suit, jacket or trouser. The result is a garment that will speak to your character and fit exactly as you want it to.

The Timescales

It's never too early to start planning your outfit, however we are able to offer a unique 3 week guaranteed delivery from commencement to fitting

Our Luxury Mills

We have long standing trusted relationships with many of the finest Yorkshire and Italian cloth mills. Whether it be a fine wool and cashmere flannel you need for that versatile yet luxury work suit, or the soft handle of silk amnd linnen for the perfect lightweight summer suit, we have it all. Come in and we'll be happy to show you.

Book your appointment here to have a chat.

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