Race day tailoring, Essendon
Lighter cloths, bolder colours and a sharp cut for Melbourne’s spring racing season.
- About 10 km from Essendon 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.
Spring Racing Suits for Essendon clients
Suits typically take 3 to 4 weeks to make, so book your first fitting well before your race day.
We will help you choose a cloth that photographs well and stays comfortable in changeable spring weather.
Essendon clients frequently dress the whole family for a wedding, and parties of 4 or more save 20%.
From the west, Richmond is straightforward to reach for your two fittings.
Most Essendon clients make the 10 km trip to 214 Bridge Road twice: once to design and measure, once for the second fitting.
If you are coming from Essendon, Moonee Ponds or Ascot Vale, a weekday appointment is usually the quietest time to visit.
Essendon sits in the City of Moonee Valley area, postcode 3040.
We don't hand your garment over until you're happy with the fit. Any adjustments are made by our in-house tailor.
Planning spring racing suits from Essendon? Get a custom quote in a minute.
What is included
- Measurements and posture notes
- Second fitting and in-house adjustments
- Timeline planned around race day
- Seasonal fabric advice
Who it is for
- Race-goers
- Corporate marquee guests
- Anyone after a statement suit
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 Essendon?
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
- Custom lining
- Rush order (date within 4 weeks)
Spring Racing Suits questions
When should I book for spring racing?
Early. Suits typically take 3 to 4 weeks, then allow time for your second fitting and adjustments.
What fabrics suit spring racing?
Lighter wools, linens and blends in checks, stripes or colour are popular. We will show you options at your fitting.
Can I wear it beyond the races?
Yes. Choose a versatile cloth and it will work for summer weddings and events too.
Do you make matching waistcoats?
Yes. A waistcoat is a popular race day option.
How many fittings will I need?
Usually two. The first (about 45 minutes) covers design, fabric and measurements. The second happens when the garment arrives, and any final adjustments are made in-house, usually within a week.
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.
Do you look after clients from Essendon?
Yes. Essendon 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.
Spring Racing Suits near Essendon
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.