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Allan Sinclair
Dec 184 min read
The Role of Interlinings in a Suit: Floating Canvas vs. Fused Construction
When it comes to tailoring, the devil is in the details. One such detail, often overlooked by clients but fundamental to the quality of a...
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Allan Sinclair
Dec 133 min read
English vs. Italian Cloth: A Tailor's Perspective
When it comes to fine tailoring, the choice of cloth is as vital as the cut and make itself. English and Italian fabrics represent two of...
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Allan Sinclair
Dec 53 min read
Five Fundamentals of Bespoke: How to Know If Your Suit Is Truly Bespoke
In an age where terms like "bespoke" and "custom" are used interchangeably—and often incorrectly—understanding what truly sets a bespoke...
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Allan Sinclair
Dec 13 min read
The Journey of a Bespoke Suit: From Fabric to Final Fitting
The bespoke suit is more than just clothing—it is an experience, a collaboration, and a work of art. Unlike ready-to-wear or...
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Allan Sinclair
Oct 7, 20202 min read
Autumnal Vibes
It would be a vast understatement to say autumn wasn’t my favourite season. Perhaps it’s the most dramatic change of the season. The...
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Allan Sinclair
Oct 6, 20201 min read
DO GOOD WORK
DO GOOD WORK - the ethos behind our tailoring and a guiding principle for life. 2020 has been a tumultuous year for many, and we have all...
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Allan Sinclair
Sep 29, 20201 min read
ADB & Calgary Humane Society
We are pleased to announce our support of the Calgary Humane Society and their 18th annual Cocktails for Critters fundraiser on October...
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Allan Sinclair
Sep 28, 20202 min read
The Cooper Collar
The Cooper collar is an excellent example of what separates bespoke garments from the ready-to-wear market. Unlike traditional dress...
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Allan Sinclair
Jun 25, 20201 min read
The New 3 Panel
I've gone back to the drawing board and redesigned our face mask for superior fit and comfort. The 3-panel design offers 3 individually...
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Allan Sinclair
May 2, 20201 min read
Allan David Bespoke on the CBC!
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with CBC Calgary about Allan David Bespoke: We spoke about the changing narrative around face...
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Allan Sinclair
Jan 3, 20204 min read
Posture and Fit - Bespoke vs MTM and RTW
Throughout the life of this blog, I will no doubt mention over and over the benefits of bespoke and why it is superior to factory-made,...
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Allan Sinclair
Dec 23, 20193 min read
What is Bespoke? And Does it Matter?
I am often asked, "what is bespoke?". Historically, the term comes from an era before the mechanization of labour in tailoring. Clients...
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Allan Sinclair
Dec 19, 20193 min read
How I Became a Bespoke Tailor
Hello, My name is Allan David, and I am a bespoke tailor in Calgary, AB. Firstly, I would like to welcome you to my website and blog....
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