All About
On this page you can find out all about the bespoke process, our pricing and the cloths we have available to choose from.
About Kerry
Not long after moving from Sydney, Australia in 2011, Kerry kick started her career in England as a visiting tailor running her small business from her home. The high demand for her specialised work led to the studio opening in late 2013.
Kerry has obtained the prestigious title of Master Tailor with more than 25 years of tailoring experience up her sleeve. Her work is not just in demand from her private clients as she has made tailored outfits for dozens of Madame Tussauds figures. These historic and famous figures are seen in the popular attractions around the world. The most notable are of the Queen, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Brad Pitt, Jackie Chan and many more.
Innovative
Kerry’s “bespoke with a twist tailoring” is unparalleled. Her extensive knowledge of theatrical tailoring combined with well-honed and trusted bespoke methods put her in the vanguard of tailors breaking the convention of traditional bespoke tailoring. She faithfully maintains the quintessential, high quality workmanship that is synonymous with the reputation of true bespoke.
Kerry’s classic tailoring, along with her bridal and wedding suits are in demand from customers from all over England. Some clients have travelled from Brighton, Cambridge, Wales and Essex, not just London. As only a few appointments are needed it is easy to arrange fitting times to suit you. Kerry’s innovative bridal suits are popular in the LGBT+ community for a queer alternative. Many of her designs fall comfortably in between a traditional wedding dress and a butch suit. Click here to see more of our androgynous and LGBT+ tailoring.
The Studio
When you first visit, it is clear that this is not your average tailor shop. The studio is a professional yet informal environment welcoming both bespoke and alterations customers. The open plan design means you can observe the bespoke process from the customer area and it is plain to see that all the work is carried out on-site. This is a testament to the commitment to provide an authentic, relaxed and unpretentious environment. The consultation area, complete with a couch is perfect to sit and look over the cloth choices available, or to discuss the details of your order. The fitting room area is spacious, maximising the usable space available with a retractable curtain.
Wokingham is a vibrant market town packed with history. Getting here is easy, just an hour from London and easily accessible by train. The studio is located in the heart of Wokingham, overlooking the Town Hall and Market Place. More details about the town and shops in Wokingham can be found on the Love Wokingham website.
The Bespoke Process
Typically the bespoke process for a suit will take 8 – 12 weeks to create from start to finish and there is often a waitlist. A 2-piece suit will take around 50+ hours of hands on tailoring to complete. You will need to have two or three fittings along the way. Our fitting appointments are flexible and can be scheduled around your diary.
The first appointment
We begin with a no obligation appointment where we discuss your requirements in detail. We establish the style/design and select the fabric and lining and Kerry will take your measurements. Once you have placed your order we then purchase your chosen cloth, lining and trimmings. Kerry will draft and cut a pattern, cut out all the cloth and internal canvases. To begin your suit is hand basted together. This basic shape is what will be tried on in the first fitting.
Fitting stage
At the first fitting your suit will be the bare bones of what it will become. As the fittings progress, the suit takes shape. In the beginning, you will be able to see the canvas and ‘inner workings’ of your suit in this skeleton form. After the fitting we then dismantle your suit and alter the pattern accordingly. With the adjustments carried out in the fittings, the heavy paper suit pattern that makes up your suit is continually updated. We keep and use this pattern as the starting point for your future orders with us. We then sew your suit together for a second and more advanced fitting, having used this updated pattern.
The final check and collection
This final fitting is an opportunity to make any minor adjustments or tweaks before completion. This also gives us the chance to ensure that we are both completely happy.
Your suit is almost finished, at this point it may be only the buttonholes and hand finishing left. Very soon your suit will be complete!
