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Welcome to my blog on all things to do with the world of bespoke tailoring. You will see plenty of my past commissions within these articles, but as always if there is anything in particular you would like to see or discuss, please do get in touch.

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5 Jan, 2015

bespoke suits

Bespoke Suits

31 Dec, 2014

Back neck section showing the top collar pattern matching through the coat back.

J and J Minnis

29 Dec, 2014

Bespoke mohair coat waiting for the sleeves to be hand basted in for a forward fitting.

Mohair Suits

14 Dec, 2014

Coat linings all to be hand finished.

Basted Fitting

16 Nov, 2014

Shooting Suits

Shooting Suits & Tweed

26 Oct, 2014

Four real hand-made button holes, and a pure silk gauntlet cuff.

Bespoke Dinner Suit

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Come and join the team. I’m looking for another

Come and join the team. I’m looking for another all rounder to join us in my tailoring workshop in Yorkshire. Why come to Yorkshire ? For starters your salary goes a LOT further, and you won’t be working to simply cover your rent or bills. The people are far friendlier than down south, and will even say good morning to you in the street. The beer is much better, and Yorkshire is only 2 hours away from London… it’s also only 2 hours away from Scotland, 2 hours away from the Lake District, 1 hour away from York and most other major northern cities. The East Coast seaside town of Whitby is only 1.5 hours away as is the world famous Chatsworth House… and did I mention that Yorkshire is frequently voted the best place to live in England ? I could go on, but I think that you get the gist. DM if you’re interested. I’m not looking for a trainee or students who have recently completed a college or university ‘tailoring’ course. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

DJ, drape cut, but not cut by me. Nice and clean p

DJ, drape cut, but not cut by me. Nice and clean pure silk peaked lapels, with a sharp square front edge at the hem. 8oz mohair cloth, with a very light full canvas. Baste pulled to make the final pressing much easier. Semi bespoke two piece suit. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

£16 per metre. Abraham Moon Tattersall cloth, per

£16 per metre. Abraham Moon Tattersall cloth, perfect condition, not seconds, grab a bargain. DM if you’re interested. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

A few of the bespoke trousers (fitting stage) that

A few of the bespoke trousers (fitting stage) that we’ve made for clients in the past week. Including one fitting in London on Wednesday gone. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Jump basting a semi bespoke canvas into a clients

Jump basting a semi bespoke canvas into a clients coat. It goes in perfect every time, and the time saving is a no brainier. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

KC sleeved waistcoat with collar. I have seen thes

KC sleeved waistcoat with collar. I have seen these before, but they’re not my usual thing, and I had to cut this from memory. Can’t say that I’d want to make another one anytime soon. Thanks to @sartorial_therapy for the sleeve braid, cheers Lewis…🍻 Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

First fitting, a pocket fitting. Fox cloth, very n

First fitting, a pocket fitting. Fox cloth, very nice. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

A busy tailoring workroom. But we’re getting the

A busy tailoring workroom. But we’re getting there. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Cutting out a couple of body canvases… Do a bit

Cutting out a couple of body canvases… Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Lake swimming this morning with @sarahj1208 the wa

Lake swimming this morning with @sarahj1208 the water was a tad fresh, and it’s really funny watching folk tease themselves into the cold water 🤣 Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Our standard coat is a very soft garment, and this

Our standard coat is a very soft garment, and this particular one is on its way to a client in Panama City. @standeven1885 Monterey Bay wool, linen and silk, really lovely cloth. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

*FOR SALE* 60% hair canvas 40% cotton, the highest

*FOR SALE* 60% hair canvas 40% cotton, the highest quality you can find. £10 per metre, (retails at £15 per metre at B&Banleys) discount for over 10 metres @£8 per metre. This is my daily use hair canvas. Grab a bargain. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Slow motion video of my buttoning on machine. Had

Slow motion video of my buttoning on machine. Had to adjust the timing this morning. Second picture shows the needle hitting the button, but it’s now running like a champ. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Every coat collar is fully hand shaped and hand ma

Every coat collar is fully hand shaped and hand made, before being completely hand finished. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Ready to go for a daily light refreshment. Drape c

Ready to go for a daily light refreshment. Drape cut coat @harrisons1863 @hollandandsherryapparel French blue trousers. Both cut and fully made by me, coat a couple of years ago, trousers about seven years ago. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Beautiful @huddersfieldfineworsteds flannel. My ow

Beautiful @huddersfieldfineworsteds flannel. My own personal cloth length that I’ve sacrificed for a dummy to be in my shop window. This will be a very nice three piece suit showcase suit when it’s finished. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

A little further along the make path. Do a bit of

A little further along the make path. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

The early stages of making a semi bespoke drape cu

The early stages of making a semi bespoke drape cut coat. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

An old one from a while ago… 13oz navy blue wors

An old one from a while ago… 13oz navy blue worsted chalk stripe. Lovely stuff. Do a bit of research before you part with your money. Genuine bespoke tailoring is not cheap, it’s bloody expensive. It’s expensive for a reason. It takes time, lots and lots of time, and real skill to correctly implement the hundreds of relevant hand processes that make authentic bespoke, real bespoke. Be careful, there’s a ton of crap out there flogged to punters as bespoke. Genuine bespoke tailoring cut and completely made on the premises. www.desmerrion.com #madeinengland #handmade #madetomeasure #bespoke #weddingsuit #bespoketailoring #savilerow #handmade #luxurymenswear #bespoketailor #instagood #learntailoring

Clients trousers. Cut at 70” waist 😳 Spot my

Clients trousers. Cut at 70” waist 😳 Spot my maths error 🤣

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