Spring racing suits for Glen Iris
Lighter cloths, bolder colours and a sharp cut for Melbourne’s spring racing season.
- Clients welcome from Glen Iris and all of Melbourne
- 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 Glen Iris 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.
Glen Iris clients frequently dress the whole family for a wedding, and parties of 4 or more save 20%.
From the east, many clients plan their fitting around a weekend visit to Richmond.
Most Glen Iris clients make the 8 km trip to 214 Bridge Road twice: once to design and measure, once for the second fitting.
We also see plenty of clients from nearby Camberwell, Malvern East and Malvern.
Glen Iris sits in the City of Boroondara area, postcode 3146.
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 Glen Iris? Get a custom quote in a minute.
What is included
- Seasonal fabric advice
- Measurements and posture notes
- Second fitting and in-house adjustments
- Timeline planned around race day
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 Glen Iris?
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.
Do you hire suits?
No. We do not offer suit hire. Every garment is made for the person who wears it.
Where are your fabrics from?
We hold over 20,000 fabrics, including Australian merino woven in Biella, Italy, and cloths from mills such as Ermenegildo Zegna, Dormeuil and Loro Piana.
How much will it cost?
Every order is quoted individually because the fabric, style and number of pieces change the price. Send your details and we will come back with a custom quote. The final price is confirmed after your details are checked.
Do you look after clients from Glen Iris?
Yes. Glen Iris 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 Glen Iris
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.