Formal suits for South Melbourne
Dark, sharp suits for ceremonies, galas and formal occasions, made to your measurements.
- About 4 km from South Melbourne to our showroom
- Two fittings with every order
- 20,000+ fabrics from Italian and Australian mills
Made only for you
Cut to your measurements, posture and taste rather than adapted from a standard size.
20,000+ fabrics
Wools, linens, cottons, mohair, tweeds and more, including Biella-woven Australian merino and cloths from Zegna, Dormeuil and Loro Piana.
In-house tailor
Adjustments after your second fitting are handled in our Richmond shop, usually within a week.
Measurements on file
Your pattern and alteration notes are saved, so your next order is quicker and simpler.
Formal Suits for South Melbourne clients
Darker cloths, a three-piece option and careful finishing give a formal suit its presence.
Tell us the event date and we will plan your fittings around it.
South Melbourne has a long tradition of dressing well for occasions, from weddings to the races.
Inner-south clients reach Bridge Road easily across the river.
Most South Melbourne clients make the 4 km trip to 214 Bridge Road twice: once to design and measure, once for the second fitting.
Neighbours in Albert Park, Southbank and Port Melbourne often come in together for group and wedding orders.
We see clients from across City of Port Phillip, including South Melbourne (3205).
We don't hand your garment over until you're happy with the fit. Any adjustments are made by our in-house tailor.
Planning formal suits from South Melbourne? Get a custom quote in a minute.
What is included
- Second fitting and in-house adjustments
- Occasion-led style advice
- Fabric selection
- Measurements and posture notes
Who it is for
- Gala and ceremony guests
- Graduates
- Family members at weddings
Garments we make for this
- Two-piece suit
- Three-piece suit
- Jacket or blazer
- Trousers
How it works
- 1
Book a fitting
Pick a time at our Bridge Road showroom. The first appointment takes about 45 minutes.
- 2
Design it together
We talk through the occasion, choose the cloth from 20,000+ fabrics, settle every style detail and take your measurements.
- 3
Second fitting
About four weeks later your garment is ready to try on. We check the fit and mark any final adjustments.
- 4
Wear and reorder
Final tweaks are made in-house, usually within a week. Your measurements stay on file for next time.
We come to you
Can’t get to Richmond from South Melbourne?
Ask about our travelling tailor. We bring the fabric samples, style advice and measuring tape to your home or office, then arrange your second fitting with you.
What affects the price
Every order is quoted individually. These are the main things that change it:
- Fabric
- Two-piece or three-piece
- Extras
- Timeline
Any figure we show is an estimate. The final price is confirmed after your details are checked.
Popular extras
- Matching waistcoat
- Extra pair of trousers
- Monogramming
- Custom lining
- Rush order (date within 4 weeks)
Formal Suits questions
What makes a suit formal?
Usually a darker cloth, cleaner details and sometimes a waistcoat. We will help you choose for your occasion.
Should I choose a three-piece?
A waistcoat adds formality and lets you remove the jacket and still look dressed. It suits many formal events.
Can I wear it to work afterwards?
Yes, if we choose the cloth and details with that in mind.
What if my event is soon?
Tell us the date at your first fitting and we will confirm whether we can meet it.
What if the fit is not right at the second fitting?
We do not hand your garment over until you are happy with the fit. Our in-house tailor makes the adjustments.
Do you keep my measurements?
Yes. Measurements, patterns and alteration notes are kept on file, which makes repeat orders faster and usually removes the need for multiple fittings.
I live outside Richmond. Can I still order?
Of course. Clients visit our Bridge Road showroom from all over Melbourne and beyond, and once your measurements are on file, reorders are simple wherever you are.
Do you look after clients from South Melbourne?
Yes. South Melbourne clients visit our Richmond showroom regularly. Our showroom is on Bridge Road in Richmond. We welcome clients from anywhere in Melbourne and beyond, and once your measurements are on file, reorders are simple wherever you live.
We don't hand your garment over until you're happy with the fit. Any adjustments are made by our in-house tailor.
Formal Suits near South Melbourne
Our showroom is on Bridge Road in Richmond. We welcome clients from anywhere in Melbourne and beyond, and once your measurements are on file, reorders are simple wherever you live.