Race day tailoring, Southbank
Lighter cloths, bolder colours and a sharp cut for Melbourne’s spring racing season.
- Clients welcome from Southbank 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 Southbank clients
We will help you choose a cloth that photographs well and stays comfortable in changeable spring weather.
Spring racing is the season to wear something with character: lighter wools, linens, checks and colour.
Many Southbank clients wear a suit most days, so durable cloths and a reliable fit matter most.
Clients from the CBD and inner city often pop over on their lunch break or after work; Bridge Road is a short tram ride east.
Southbank is about 3 km from our showroom at 214 Bridge Road, Richmond.
If you are coming from Southbank, Melbourne CBD or South Melbourne, a weekday appointment is usually the quietest time to visit.
We see clients from across City of Melbourne, including Southbank (3006).
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 Southbank? Get a custom quote in a minute.
What is included
- Timeline planned around race day
- Seasonal fabric advice
- Measurements and posture notes
- Second fitting and in-house adjustments
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 Southbank?
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 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.
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.
Do you look after clients from Southbank?
Yes. Southbank 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 Southbank
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.