Frequently Asked Questions

Draft fitting is our signature process - we create a test garment first, send it to you for fitting, then make the final garment based on your feedback.

This is the same method $3,000+ tailors use, ensuring a perfect fit before cutting your final fabric. Most online tailors skip this step and go straight to final production, risking fit issues.

You have two options:

Option 1 - Custom Measurements (Included):
Submit your measurements using our detailed guide. Our master tailor reviews them and creates your draft garment.

Option 2 - Ultimate Precision ($49 one-time):
Ship us an existing garment that fits you perfectly. Our master tailor measures it professionally and creates your pattern. Your garment is returned with your order. This is recommended for the most accurate fit.

Option 1 - Custom Measurements (Faster):
- Production starts within 24 hours after confirming your measurements
- Draft garment ready in 4-6 days
- Shipping: 2-3 weeks to receive draft
- Try on, provide feedback
- Final garment crafted and shipped
- Total: 3-6 weeks from order to delivery

Option 2 - Ultimate Precision (Longer, but most accurate):
- You ship your garment to us first
- We receive and analyze it (depends on your shipping speed)
- Production starts after analysis
- Draft created and shipped
- Total: 6-8 weeks from order to delivery

Every garment is handcrafted by our master tailor in Bangkok - we prioritize precision over speed.

That's exactly why we do the draft fitting! Tell us what needs adjustment (tighter chest, longer sleeves, etc.) and we'll modify the pattern before creating your final garment. Most customers need 1-3 minor adjustments - this is normal and expected.

You can keep the draft garment or return it to us - it's yours. The important part is we've captured your perfect pattern digitally and saved it to your profile forever.

Many customers keep their drafts as casual wear or donate them. The value is in the pattern we've perfected, which is used for all your future orders.

No - draft fitting is included in every order and cannot be skipped. Here's why: Even the world's best tailors can't predict exactly how fabric will drape on YOUR unique body from measurements alone.

The draft eliminates $600+ remake risks by catching fit issues in $20 test fabric. It's our insurance policy AND yours. This is why we confidently offer our 30-day fit guarantee - we've already verified your fit before cutting expensive Italian fabric.

We send a detailed fitting guide with your draft showing exactly what to check:
- Shoulders: Seam should end at your natural shoulder edge (not drooping or pulling)
- Chest: Should allow two fingers of room when buttoned
- Sleeves: Should break at your wrist bone, showing 1/4-1/2 inch of shirt cuff
- Length: Jacket should cover your seat, trouser break depends on preference
- Waist: Comfortable when buttoned, no pulling or excess fabric

Plus, you can schedule a FREE virtual fitting consultation where we guide you through the evaluation in real-time via video call. Most first-time customers find this incredibly helpful.

For major adjustments (significant shoulder repositioning, full pattern rebuild), we'll create a second draft at no extra cost to verify the changes before cutting your final fabric.

This is rare - 95% of customers approve their draft with zero or minor adjustments. But if needed, we'd rather send another $20 test garment than risk your $200+ fabric. Perfect fit is non-negotiable.

Huge difference. Alterations have physical limits:
- Sleeves: Can only adjust ±1 inch (button placement restricts more)
- Waist: Limited to ±1 inch (seam allowance restricts more)
- Shoulders: CANNOT be altered without $200-400 reconstruction
- Length: Can shorten, but lengthening is often impossible

Draft fitting has ZERO limits - we can rebuild the entire pattern from scratch if needed because we haven't cut your final fabric yet. It's true custom construction, not retrofitting a finished garment.

Yes - every suit is made to YOUR exact measurements, regardless of body type.

That's the entire point of custom tailoring. Unlike off-the-rack suits that force you into standardized sizes, we build your pattern from scratch.

Big & Tall:
- No size limits - we've fitted 56" chests and 44" waists
- Proportions adjusted (longer jacket, wider shoulders, deeper armholes)
- Draft fitting ensures nothing pulls or gaps

Short Men (under 5'7"):
- Shorter jacket length to elongate legs
- Higher button stance for balanced proportions
- Minimal trouser break for cleaner silhouette
- No "swimming in fabric" like off-the-rack small sizes

Athletic Build (wide shoulders, narrow waist):
- We handle any "drop" (chest-to-waist difference)
- Off-the-rack assumes 6" drop; athletes often have 8-10"+
- Tapered waist without chest tightness
- Sleeves that fit biceps without being baggy at wrists

Asymmetric Bodies:
- Different arm lengths? We measure both
- Uneven shoulders? Pattern adjusted accordingly
- Most people have slight asymmetry - custom accommodates it

Why Off-the-Rack Fails Non-Standard Bodies:
- Big & tall sections = same proportions, just scaled up (still wrong fit)
- Athletic fit = marketing term, not actual pattern change
- Alterations have limits (shoulders CAN'T be fixed)

Our Process:
1. Submit your actual measurements (not a size label)
2. Draft fitting catches any issues before final fabric
3. Pattern saved for perfect reorders

Bottom line: If you've struggled to find suits that fit, custom isn't a luxury - it's the only real solution.

Absolutely - weddings are one of our most popular occasions.

Whether you're the groom, best man, or part of the wedding party, we'll make sure everyone looks sharp.

For Grooms:
- Full customization (lapel style, buttons, lining, monogramming)
- Coordinate fabric with your wedding palette
- Draft fitting ensures perfect fit for your big day photos
- Timeline: Order 8-10 weeks before wedding (6 weeks minimum)

Groomsmen Packages:
- Same fabric, same style across the party
- Each groomsman measured individually (no "closest size" compromises)
- Patterns saved - latecomers can order matching suits later
- Single point of contact for coordination

Group Discounts:
- 3-4 suits: 5% off
- 5+ suits: 10% off
- Contact us for larger wedding parties

Popular Wedding Choices:
- Navy linen (destination/summer weddings)
- Charcoal wool (traditional/formal)
- Tan/beige linen (beach ceremonies)
- Three-piece suits with matching waistcoats

Destination Wedding in Thailand?
Use our Bangkok Hotel Service - entire wedding party fitted in 5-8 days.

Recommendations:
- Groom orders first (sets the standard)
- Groomsmen order within 2 weeks of groom
- Build in 2-week buffer before wedding date
- Consider matching ties/pocket squares (we can source)

Contact us at support@linensuit.shop with your wedding date and party size for a custom quote.

Every garment is fully customizable through our online configurator. Here's what you can select:

Suits & Blazers:

• Lapel Style: Notch, Peak, Shawl
• Button Configuration: 1-Button, 2-Button, Double Breasted
• Jacket Vent Style: No Vent, Center Vent, Side Vents
• Sleeve Button Style: Overlapping, Kissing, Spaced
• Construction: Full Canvas, Half Canvas
• Horn Buttons: 12 premium options
• Silk Linings: 60+ colors and patterns

Trousers:

• Front Style: Flat Front, Double Pleated
• Waistband Style: Belt Loops, Belt Extension
• Pocket Style: Slash Pockets, Besom Pockets, Ticket Pocket
• Cuff Style: No Cuff, Folded Cuff

Shirts:

• Collar Style: Business, Spread, Straight, Hidden Button
• Cuff Style: Rounded Single, Angled Single, Angled Double, French Cuff
• Placket Style: Standard, No Placket, Hidden Placket
• Pocket: With Pocket, No Pocket
• Back Pleats: Side Pleats, Center Box Pleat, No Pleats
• Bottom Cut: Rounded Hem, Straight Hem
• Fit Style: Slim Fit, Regular Fit, Relaxed Fit, Tailored Fit
• Shirt Buttons: 10 premium options

Want Something Different?

If you don't see what you're looking for in our configurator:
1. Select the "Contact Me" option during checkout
2. We'll reach out within 6-24 hours to discuss your requirements
3. No need to email first - just place your order and we'll consult with you

We're adding more options regularly and can accommodate custom requests.

Our Confirmation Process:

We never process orders blindly. Before production starts:
1. We review your order details and measurements
2. We confirm all customization choices with you
3. We answer any questions
4. Production only begins after your confirmation

No surprises - you get exactly what you want.

Not Sure What to Choose?

Book a free consultation. We'll recommend options based on your body type, occasion, and style.

Our online collection is curated but not exhaustive - we can create much more than what's shown.

If You Don't See What You Want:

1. Browse and select a product close to your vision
2. Select "Contact Me" during checkout
3. Describe your request - we reach out within 6-24 hours

What We Can Do:

• Style References: Send a photo (magazine, Instagram, movie scene) - we'll recreate it
• Custom Fabrics: We source from Italian mills beyond our current selection
• Unique Features: Special buttons, linings, details not in our configurator
• Different Colors: Want a fabric in a different shade? We can source it
• Full Custom: Describe your dream garment - we'll quote and create it

Examples of Requests We Handle:

• "I want this exact suit style from Peaky Blinders"
• "Can you make this in a lighter weight fabric for summer?"
• "I need a specific shade of burgundy for my wedding"
• "I saw a suit on Instagram - can you recreate it?"
• "Do you have wider pinstripes than what's shown?"

Our Promise:

You're not limited to what's on the site. We're a tailoring service, not just a product catalog. Our current collection is curated and growing, but our capabilities go far beyond it.

Tell us what you want - if it can be made, we'll make it.

How to Request:

• Select any similar product → Choose "Contact Me" at checkout
• Or email: support@linensuit.shop with your vision
• Or WhatsApp us with reference photos

We respond within 6-24 hours with feasibility and pricing.

Yes - we make tuxedos and dinner jackets for formal occasions.

What We Offer:

• Tuxedos (jacket + formal trousers with satin stripe)
• Dinner Jackets (jacket only, pair with your own trousers)
• Full Black Tie Sets (jacket + trousers + waistcoat/cummerbund)

Black Tie Details:

• Lapels: Peak or shawl with satin/grosgrain facing
• Buttons: Covered or silk knot buttons
• Trousers: Satin side stripe, no belt loops (braces or side adjusters)
• Fabrics: Black wool, midnight navy, velvet options

Not Sure What You Need?

• Black Tie: Tuxedo required (satin lapels, formal trousers)
• Black Tie Optional: Dark suit acceptable, tuxedo preferred
• Creative Black Tie: Dinner jacket in color (burgundy, green, ivory)

Timeline:

Order 8-10 weeks before your event. Same draft fitting process ensures perfect fit for formal photos.

Contact Us:

If you don't see tuxedo options in our configurator, select "Contact Me" at checkout. We'll discuss fabric, details, and pricing within 6-24 hours.

Absolutely. Custom tailoring is the best solution for shorter men because we can adjust every proportion to create a taller, leaner silhouette.

What We Adjust:

• Jacket Length: Slightly shorter than standard - ends at your thumb knuckle, not mid-palm. This elongates your legs visually.
• Button Stance: Higher placement draws the eye upward and creates vertical lines.
• Lapel Width: Narrower lapels in proportion to your frame - not the wide lapels designed for 6'2" models.
• Shoulder Width: Precise fit without overhang - droopy shoulders make you look smaller.
• Trouser Break: Minimal to no break - fabric pooling at your ankles visually shortens your legs.

Why Off-the-Rack Fails Short Men:

"Short" sizes are just scaled-down regular patterns. The proportions stay wrong - armholes too low, button stance too low, lapels too wide for your frame.

Custom Advantage: We build your pattern from YOUR measurements - not a scaled-down average. The draft fitting verifies everything before final production.

Style Tips: Solid colors or subtle vertical patterns, matching suit (not separates), higher-rise trousers, and avoid contrast at the waist.

Yes - athletic builds are actually ideal for custom tailoring because off-the-rack completely fails you.

What is "Drop"?

Drop = the difference between your chest and waist measurements.
- Standard off-the-rack: Assumes 6" drop (42" chest = 36" waist)
- Athletic builds: Often 8-12"+ drop (42" chest = 32-34" waist)

If you buy off-the-rack for your chest, the waist billows. If you buy for your waist, the chest is too tight.

How We Solve This:

• Chest: Room for your developed pecs and back without pulling
• Shoulders: Precise fit at your actual shoulder width - no padding needed
• Waist: Suppressed to YOUR measurement, creating the V-taper you've earned
• Armholes: Higher and shaped for muscular arms without restriction
• Sleeves: Tapered properly - fits your biceps without being baggy at wrists

Draft Fitting Catches: Chest tightness when you move, back pulling when you reach, shoulder restriction, sleeve tightness. We adjust based on how you actually move.

Result: A suit that shows off your physique instead of hiding it.

Yes - and here's a secret: most people have some asymmetry. It's completely normal.

Common Asymmetries:
- One arm 0.5-1" longer than the other
- One shoulder slightly higher or more forward
- One leg slightly longer
- Slight spinal curvature affecting posture

Off-the-rack suits assume perfect symmetry. Custom accommodates reality.

How We Handle It:

During Measurement: We measure BOTH arms and legs separately, note shoulder height differences. Ultimate Precision service captures asymmetry automatically from your existing garment.

During Draft Fitting: Asymmetry becomes visible when you try it on. One sleeve riding up? We see it. One trouser leg breaking differently? We catch it.

What We Adjust: Different sleeve lengths (left vs right), different trouser leg lengths, shoulder padding differences, collar angle adjustments.

The Result: Your final suit hangs evenly and looks balanced - because it's built for YOUR body.

Tip: Tell us about any known asymmetry when you order. But even if you don't know, the draft fitting reveals everything.

Yes — every shirt includes draft fitting. Same process as suits.

How It Works:
1. You submit measurements (DIY or Ultimate Precision)
2. We make a test shirt in fitting fabric
3. It ships to you — try it on at home
4. You send feedback (collar feel, sleeve length, body fit)
5. We adjust the pattern
6. We cut your Italian cotton with a verified fit

Why It Matters for Shirts:

Shirts sit directly against your skin. Every fit issue is felt constantly:
- Collar gaps when you move? Annoying all day.
- Sleeves too long? Bunching at your wrists.
- Body too billowy? Looks sloppy tucked in.

A suit jacket hides minor fit issues. A shirt has nowhere to hide.

Pattern Storage:

After your first shirt, we save your pattern. Reorder any fabric, any pattern — same verified fit, faster delivery.

Read more: What is Draft Fitting?

Collar fit is the #1 shirt fit problem — and the most visible. Here's how we get it right.

Common Collar Problems:

Collar Gap: Collar stands away from neck when you move
- Cause: Neck measurement too large, or collar style wrong for your neck slope
- Draft fitting catches this: You'll see the gap immediately when you try on

Too Tight: Uncomfortable, pulls at button, can't breathe
- Cause: Neck measurement too small, no ease allowance
- Draft fitting catches this: You'll feel the tightness instantly

Wrong Height: Collar too tall (hits jaw) or too short (disappears under jacket)
- Cause: Standard collar heights don't fit all necks
- Draft fitting catches this: You'll see proportion issues in photos

What We Measure:

Standard online tailors measure neck circumference only. That's not enough.

We also consider:
- Neck slope (how your neck angles from shoulder)
- Collar bone position
- How you naturally hold your head

The draft fitting reveals all of this in action — not just static measurements.

The Draft Fitting Check:

When your test shirt arrives:
1. Button the collar fully
2. Slide one finger between collar and neck — should fit snugly, not loose
3. Turn your head left and right — collar shouldn't gap or choke
4. Look in mirror — collar should sit flat against neck

Send us photos. We adjust the pattern if anything's off.

Result: Final shirt collar fits YOUR neck, not an average neck.