Cary Grant had an unusually large head in comparison to his body, so he had the shoulders on his suits cut wider with more padding to compensate.

He realised the importance of quality tailoring and was once reported as saying;

"All I have to do is point my Suit at the Camera and Smile"

• Because of size and shape
• To have more choice of cloth and style
• Wanting something more individual

Here at Astaires we recognise how important made to measure tailoring is and have brought it right up to date for the 21st century. Using Bernhardt Fashion in Germany and Dormeuil, from France.

• Over 650 cloths in stock from English, Italian, French and other European mills.
• A choice of over 20 basic jacket styles, with dozens of extra style features.
• Over 20 trouser styles, with many extra features available.
• A variety of button, stitch and pocket details.
• More than 30 lining colour's.

At your fitting you will try on a 'master model jacket' that has been cut by the same laser that will cut your made to measure garment.

You have a lot more input into style and fit at this stage. All your individual posture and body shape details are fed into our computer for your tailored garment to be individually cut.

To prolong the life of your suit an extra pair of trousers can be ordered as it is always the trousers that wear out first.

All your measurements are kept on file, so if you need another Made to Measure suit, jacket, trousers or waistcoat, it makes the process simple.

We just double check the circumference measurement, in case too many biscuits have been consumed.

We also offer a made to measure shirt service at Astaires. With nearly 200 cloths to choose from, all in 2ply cotton, we can cater to every taste, whether it's a casual or formal look that you require.
- Over 20 collar styles
- 8 pocket styles and features
- 9 different cuff styles
- Stitching choice
- Button choice
- Initials embroidered onto the shirt cuff or body if desired

If you have a favourite shirt you wish to replicate bring it in and we can copy the style and cut. Delivery is approximately 4 weeks. Manufactured at the same factory as our made to measure clothing, you could choose the perfect shirt to match your suit and they will be delivered together.
Prices start from £79 and your records are kept on file to make further orders simple and easy.

Once you've experienced the luxury feel of a made to measure suit you will never want to go back to a ready made garment again.

Delivery is normally within 4 weeks of ordering.