WHAT makes a Savile Row tailor different from any other? Training and a passion for making fine clothes. Some may be less practical than others, some may concentrate upon fittings or cutting or may manage everything. Some are not in the Row itself but are part of its fraternity. But they all desire to create clothing individually measured, fitted, made and finished for the individual customer. And they are backed by the traditions and ambience that has been built up in the Savile Row area over a couple of centuries.
That's what makes them special. We carry interviews with some of the tailors and will be adding more. Click on a name to see who is explaining how they started in Savile Row.
Charlie Allen
1 Cooper Yard
181 Upper Street, Islington N1
Tel 020 7359 0883
www.charlieallen.co.uk
Charlie Allen was head of menswear at the RCA, and has retained a stylish outlook. He caters for many City types. |
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Anderson & Sheppard
32 Old Burlington Street, London W1
Tel 020 7734 1420
www.anderson-sheppard.co.uk
Legendary name and equally legendary in terms of reclusiveness, this firm had to move out of its long term premises in the Row around the corner into Old Burlington Street due to development. |
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Richard Anderson
13 Savile Row, London W1S 3AQ
Tel 020 7734 0001
www.richardandersonltd.com
One of the newer names and run by Richard Anderson, who established this firm in 2001 with Brian Lishak - one of the longest serving tailors. Regularly show original style ideas in their window. |
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Benson & Clegg
9 Piccadilly Arcade, London SW1Y 6NH
Tel 020 7409 2053
www.bensonandclegg.co.uk
Across Piccadilly from the Savile Row environs but in the classic tailoring mould, run by Ken Austin. It also specialises in a wide selection of insignia buttons, as well as other accessories. . |
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Ozwald Boateng
12a Savile Row, London W1S 3PQ
Tel 0870 777 1377
www.ozwaldboateng.co.uk
One of the younger names on the Row who attracts a fashion-conscious clientele. He has an extensive ready-to-wear collection as well as his bespoke operation and stages catwalk shows. |
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Tom Brown
6 Sackville Street
London W1S 3DD
www.tombrowntailors.co.uk
Famous for making for Eton students (where it is still based) and therefore many Prime Ministers. Run by five successive generations of Tom Brown until the present m.d David Coulthard. |
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Chittleborough & Morgan
12 Savile Row, London W1S 3PP
Tel 020 7437 6850
Classically trained Savile Row tailors who joined the Nutters establishment in its heyday. There own style contrasts with the Nutter look, being slim, with a pronounced shape. |
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Davies & Son
38, Savile Row, London W1S 3QE
Tel 020 7434 3016
www.daviesandson.com
The limited space of this establishment (as for many in the Row ) belies the size of the tailoring fraternity here. Alan Bennett, the genial director of Davies, is host, now joined by Graham Lawless. |
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Dege & Skinner
10 Savile Row, London W1S 3PF
Tel 020 7287 2941
www.dege-skinner.co.uk
Showing that new generations are continuing the Row's traditions, William Skinner runs this house, having taken over from his father Michael. The firm has a strong connection with the militar |
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Denman & Goddard
11 St George Street,
London W1S 3PP
020 7629 8668
www.denman-goddard.co.uk
Run by three of Savile Row's well known tailors, Frank Byars, David Cook and Peter Day. They have recently moved in with L.G. Wilkinson. |
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Timothy Everest
35 Bruton Place
Mayfair
London W1J6NS
Tel 020 7629 6236
www.timothyeverest.co.uk
One of the most internationally famous and successful names, with all sorts of consultancy work as well as tailoring. |
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Fallan & Harvey
38, Savile Row, London W1S 3QE
Tel 020 7434 3016
No website as yet.
Keith Fallen died in 2004 but his partner Peter Harvey continues the business, and has moved from Sackville Street to No 38, the latest to join Alan Bennett's cosy premises. |
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Ede & Ravenscroft
8 Burlington Gardens
Savile Row, London W1X 1LG
Tel 020 7734 5435
www.edeandravenscroft.co.uk
Long links with the legal profession. Fine r-t-w range as well as bespoke. |
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40 Savile Row
London, W1S 3QG
Tel 020 7287 6740
www.40savilerow.co.uk
Recently added a bespoke service to their existing ready-to-wear and made-to-measure suits. |
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Gieves & Hawkes
1 Savile Row, London W1S
Tel 020 7734 2001
www.gievesandhawkes.com
Grandly housed on the corner of the Row, this company continues to have an important bespoke sector, as well as an extensive high class ready-to-wear business. |
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Anthony J Hewitt
11 St George Street,
London W1S 3PP
Tel 020 7495 7171
www.aj-hewitt.co.uk
The parent company that owns Airey & Wheeler. Have recently moved here to share with long established L.G. Wilkinson. |
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Douglas Hayward
95 Mount Street, London W1K 2TA
Tel 020 7499 5574
Iconic tailor who died recently, famed for creating a club-like atmosphere in his shop for many showbiz customers. His style lives on in tailor Lesley Haines. |
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Steven Hitchcock
13 Savile Row
London W1S 3NE
Tel 20 7287 2492
www.thesavilerowtailor.co.uk
Young tailor trained at Anderson & Sheppard, prides himself on his completely hand sewn make. |
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H Huntsman
11 Savile Row, London W1S 3PS
Tel 020 7734 7441
www.h-huntsman.com
This revered name has gone through a number of changes in recent years but has now settled down to concentrate upon its slim, elegant style. |
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Kent & Stafford
16 Savile Row, London W1
Tel 020 7734 1433
No website as yet. The partnership of tailor John Kent and shirtmaker Stephen Lachtor has long experience in the Row, now sharing the Norton premises. |
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Jasper Littman
9 Savile Row, London W1S 3PF
Tel 08456 121220
www.jasperlittman.co.uk
Young newcomer, assisted by experienced Savile Row tailors, passionate about fine clothes. Has facilities within the showroom of Holland & Sherry, but also travels to customers' homes or offices. |
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Tony Lutwyche
83 Berwick Street, Soho
London W1F 8TS
Tel 020 7292 0640
www.lutwyche.co.uk
Relative newcomer but already established, usually visits customers at their own premises. Recently acquired former plant of Chester Barrie. |
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Norton & Son
16 Savile Row, London W1S 3PL
Tel 020 7437 0829
www.nortonandsons.co.uk
Patrick Grant took over this long established house at the end of 2005 and has given it new life. Once particularly known for sporty clothes, it now offers all kinds of hand made styles. |
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John Pearse
6 Meard Street, Soho
London W1F 0EG
Tel 020 7434 0738
www.johnpearse.co.uk
Highly individual tailor, much favoured by showbiz, media and art personalities. |
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Henry Poole
15 Savile Row, London W1S 3PJ
Tel 020 7734 5985 www.henrypoole.com
Poole was the first tailoring house to open in Savile Row and celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2006. It continues as a family firm, Simon Cundey joining his father Angus. |
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Potkansky Couture
13 Savile Row, London W1S 3PH
Tel 0207 255 8600
www.potkansky.com
Recent adddition to the Row, run by Peter Potkansky, who learnt his craft in Poland. In addition to fully bespoke suits, he also makes couture clothes for ladies. |
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Mark Powell
12 Brewer Street, London W1F 0SF
Tel 020 7287 5498 www.markpowellbespoke.co.uk
One of the popular bespoke tailors for those in the entertainment world, Mark Powell is also one of the most original. He also has a ready-to-wear collection |
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.Maurice Sedwell
19 Savile Row, London W1S 3PP
Tel 020 7734 0824
www.savilerowtailor.com
Run by Andrew Ramroop, who is one of the tailors who firmly believes in globalisation. He has also launched a training academy this year and spends much time training his students |
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Edward Sexton
26 Beauchamp Place, Knightsbridge
London, SW3 1NJ
Tel 020 7838 000
www.edwardsexton.co.uk
Famed for his link with the late Tommy Nutter, this tailor has continued to be a favourite tailor for the young In-crowd of London as well as City businessmen. |
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Stowers Bespoke
13 Savile Row, London W1S 3NE
Tel 0207 287 3080
www.stowersbespoke.co.uk
With long experience in the Row, Ray Stowers has recently established this business, taking over the premises of James Levett, who has retired. |
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Tobias
38 Savile Row, London W1X 1AG
Email tobia-davis@gmail.com
www.tobias-davis.co.uk
John Davies had to give up premises due to the redevelopment that also made Anderson & Sheppard move but now happily runs his business largely online, visiting clients, and using the fitting facilities at this address when necessary |
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Tom Baker
4 D'Arblay Street, London W1F 8DJ
Tel 020 7437 3366
www.tombakerlondon.com
Classical tailoring in Soho with a flair for design details. Has recently acquired these new premises, where designer hats, shoes and belts are also sold |
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Welsh and Jefferies
20 Savile Row, London W1S 3PR
Tel 0207 734 3062
www.welshandjefferies.com
Prestigious old firm, with Malcolm Plews and James Cottrell as directors, both classically trained Savile Row tailors. They have recently started travelling to the US again. |
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L.G. Wilkinson
11 St George Street,
London W1S 3PP
020 7629 5835
Long established house in the Savile Row environs, just off Conduit Street. David Wilkinson took over when his father Dennis died last year.
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