Black tie, tailored in Footscray
Black-tie made properly: lapels, facings and trousers cut and finished to your measurements.
- Footscray clients: two fittings, made for you
- 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.
Tuxedos for Footscray clients
Black tie leaves little room for compromise. A tailored tuxedo gives you clean lines, the right trouser length and a jacket that sits properly all evening.
Choose shawl, peak or notch lapels, the facing, buttons and trouser braid. We will guide you through the traditional options and the modern ones.
Footscray clients often want one well-made suit that works for work, weddings and everything in between.
Western suburbs clients usually plan one visit for design and measurements, then return for the second fitting.
Most Footscray clients make the 9 km trip to 214 Bridge Road twice: once to design and measure, once for the second fitting.
Neighbours in Seddon, Yarraville and Kensington often come in together for group and wedding orders.
We see clients from across City of Maribyrnong, including Footscray (3011).
We don't hand your garment over until you're happy with the fit. Any adjustments are made by our in-house tailor.
Planning tuxedos from Footscray? Get a custom quote in a minute.
What is included
- Second fitting and in-house adjustments
- Matching dress shirt on request
- Lapel and facing selection
- Cloth choice for the season
- Measurements and posture notes
Who it is for
- Grooms and wedding parties
- Gala and award-night guests
- Anyone attending regular black-tie events
Garments we make for this
- Tuxedo
- Jacket or blazer
- Trousers
- Shirt
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 Footscray?
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:
- Cloth and facing
- Lapel style
- Matching shirt or waistcoat
- How soon you need it
Any figure we show is an estimate. The final price is confirmed after your details are checked.
Popular extras
- Matching waistcoat
- Monogramming
- Custom lining
- Rush order (date within 4 weeks)
Tuxedos questions
Which lapel should I choose?
Shawl and peak lapels are the classic black-tie choices; a notch lapel is more relaxed. We will show you how each looks on you.
Can I get a midnight navy tuxedo?
Yes. Midnight navy and black are both traditional, and we can show you other cloths too.
Do you make tuxedo shirts?
Yes. Dress shirts are made to your measurements as well.
Can the groom wear a tuxedo and groomsmen wear suits?
Yes. We can coordinate cloths and details so the group looks considered.
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.
How long does a custom garment take?
A suit typically takes 3 to 4 weeks to make and shirts 2 to 3 weeks. If you need it for a specific date, tell us at your first fitting and we will confirm whether the timeline works.
Do you hire suits?
No. We do not offer suit hire. Every garment is made for the person who wears it.
Do you look after clients from Footscray?
Yes. Footscray 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.
Tuxedos near Footscray
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.