Are Spier and Mackay suits good?
Spier & Mackay was founded on the belief that great fit and high quality don’t have to be luxuries. The fact that S&M makes suits that are well cut, classically styled, and perfectly fitting… and use premium cloth, all for under $500 (sometimes under $400) is another reason I wholeheartedly recommend them.
Where are Spier and Mackay suits made?
China
Spier and Mackay tailoring, like SuitSupply’s and many others, is made in China.
What is Neapolitan cut Spier and Mackay?
The Neapolitan cut has become the signature piece from Spier & Mackay. These jackets feature wider lapels that have a concavity to them, sometimes referred to as negative belly. The sport coats all feature patch pockets with a nice shape, while the suit jackets have larger flap pockets.
Who owns Spier and Mackay?
Rikky Khanna
Rikky Khanna launched Spier & Mackay, in 2009 as a custom shirtmaker. Today, the online retailer offers full suits and plans to open a store in downtown Toronto.
What is a Neapolitan suit?
The Neapolitan jacket features a high, snug armhole (or scye) — essential in order to maintain freedom of movement while ensuring the suit front stays undisturbed — into which a significantly larger sleevehead is carefully fed and handstitched(the process is impossible to execute using a machine).
What is Spalla camicia?
Spalla Camicia roughly translates to ‘shirt sleeve’ in Italian and is a shoulder style created and popularised by Neapolitan tailors. Strictly speaking, the term “soft shoulder” is more to do with the shoulder line and construction itself, whereas “spalla camicia” refers to the sleeve head.
What is con rollino?
Con rollino (Roped Shoulder) Roughly translated, con rollino is Italian meaning “with a little roll.” It’s also referred to as a “pagoda shoulder.” A more structured shoulder in the Neapolitan tradition, you can see that the crown is a bit raised above the shoulder line.
What is Neapolitan tailoring?
Neapolitan tailoring flows with your natural lines for a slimming effect. It features a shorter back with ample waist suppression and lacks shoulder padding so that you look sleek and trim. In general, Neapolitan tailoring embodies a more laid-back and effortless style than its English equivalents.